What If Survival Guide 2025

(or how not to have a Bad Timeâ„¢)

Updates for What If 2026 are being made as information becomes available.

 

The updated 2025 Survival Guide is now READY for you!
Please READ IT  NOW and get all the latest info.

Whether you’re brand new to Burner culture or a crusty old Burner, the Survival Guide will help you prepare to have a ✨spectacular ✨ time.

Even if this isn’t your first Burn, there are a few things to know that might be a little different from past years. Settle in and take a few minutes to read through the Survival Guide & LNT Guide … you do want to have a good time, right?

And particularly for first-time Burners, What If isn’t a festival and Burner culture is a little different. Start by reading our About page to get the gist of it, and then, please check out the Survival Guide to make sure you know what to expect.

Inside you will find:

  • What to bring
  • What NOT to bring
  • Safety information
  • Gate hours and what to expect
  • Parking policy
  • Suggestions on how to have a good time
    …and other stuff!

Can’t wait to see you there! ⛺🎉

Get back into the swing of things and READ THE SURVIVAL GUIDE!

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