Burning Man Events October 11, 2026: Sunday Guide & What’s Next
Updated October 11, 2026 · Published-source event guide · Event times are local
Which Burning Man Regional Events are scheduled for Sunday, October 11, 2026? Today’s guide covers Venice Afterburn in California, MPYRE Strikes Back! near Monterey, NECTR in Connecticut, Burning Japan in Japan, and Zurich Decompression in Switzerland.
Sunday brings two different decisions for Burner-curious visitors: whether to attend a final-day gathering or prepare for an event continuing into Monday. Venice Afterburn publishes its Sunday hours as noon–10 p.m., while NECTR and Burning Japan appear in the October calendar with dates extending beyond Sunday. MPYRE is listed for October 11 by the Burning Man Project.
The key is to distinguish a published event date from confirmed entry arrangements. An event listing does not guarantee remaining tickets, same-day admission, late arrival or particular accessibility facilities.
Today’s focus: What ends on October 11, what continues into Monday, what visitors should verify before travelling, and which Burner events come next.
Which Burning Man Events Are Scheduled for October 11?
The official Burning Man event directory lists several gatherings around the world during this period. The table below separates Sunday’s scheduled events from details that still need confirmation.
| Event | Location | October 11 status | What to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venice Afterburn | Venice Beach, California | Final listed day | Noon–10 p.m.; free before 5:30 p.m.; no overnight camping |
| MPYRE Strikes Back! | Monterey, California | Listed for Sunday | Free public event; verify current arrival details |
| NECTR | Connecticut | Within its October 8–12 listing | Check current participant and departure instructions |
| Burning Japan | Gunma, Japan | Listed during the October 9–13 directory period | Organizer and directory dates differ; verify the current organizer notice |
| Zurich Decompression | Switzerland | Final listed day | Verify the local programme and closing arrangements |
Weekend context: Denver DeCOmp and Reno Decompression were listed for Saturday, October 10. Denver’s organizer published hours of 2 p.m.–2 a.m., meaning its scheduled finish crossed into Sunday by the clock. Neither listing should be presented as a separate Sunday event. Check the official event directory for published dates and organizer links.
The Burning Man Project directory provides the published dates for NECTR, MPYRE, Burning Japan and Zurich Decompression. Venice Afterburn’s organizer provides its own event hours and admission information.
Before setting out, use the current organizer page for the event you plan to attend. A directory entry is a starting point, not a live report from the venue.
What Ends on Sunday, and What Continues Into Monday?
The most useful distinction is between a gathering reaching its listed final day and one continuing into the next week.
Venice Afterburn Reaches Its Final Listed Day
Venice Afterburn is scheduled for October 10–11 at Windward Plaza, Venice Beach. Its published Sunday hours are noon to 10 p.m.
The organizer advertises free entry before 5:30 p.m. and says overnight camping is not permitted. Visitors should check the current admission instructions if arriving later in the day.
MPYRE Is Listed for October 11
MPYRE Strikes Back! is listed as a one-day Regional event on Sunday, October 11.
Its published description highlights community, art, music, fire, dancing, creativity and connection. The directory describes it as free to the public, without tickets or gates.
Check the event’s current notice for the exact arrival point, opening hours and practical arrangements before travelling.
NECTR Continues Beyond Sunday
NECTR is listed in the Burning Man Project directory for October 8–12, 2026.
Its description emphasizes participant-created art, community and an outdoor camping experience. Participants should use the current event guide for camp information and departure instructions rather than relying on an older map.
Burning Japan Has a Date Discrepancy
Burning Japan requires special attention because its organizer’s 2026 date information and the Burning Man Project directory do not match.
The organizer information reviewed for this guide gives October 8–12, with final departure at 6 p.m. on October 12. The Burning Man Project directory lists October 9–13.
The reason for the difference has not been established here. Anyone attending should check the organizer’s latest instructions directly and resolve the dates before arranging travel.
Zurich Decompression Is Listed Through October 11
The Burning Man Project directory lists Zurich Decompression for October 9–11.
That establishes the published date range, but it does not independently confirm the detailed Sunday programme, closing time or venue-accessibility arrangements. Check the local organizer’s latest announcement before planning your visit.
What Should Visitors Know About Venice Afterburn?
Venice Afterburn is a useful example of a Regional gathering that brings art and community into a public beachside setting.
What Time Is Venice Afterburn Open?
The organizer publishes the following information for October 11:
- Hours: Noon–10 p.m.
- Location: Windward Plaza, Venice Beach, California.
- Dates: October 10–11, 2026.
- Overnight camping: Not permitted.
Sunday is the second and final listed day. Plan your return journey around the published closing time.
Is Venice Afterburn Free?
The organizer advertises free entry before 5:30 p.m. Do not interpret that statement as a guarantee of free admission for the entire day.
The organizer also describes daytime programming as family-friendly. If you are visiting with children or arriving after 5:30 p.m., check the current admission and age instructions first.
Confirm these details before setting out:
- Evening admission arrangements.
- Age restrictions.
- Re-entry rules.
- Last permitted entry time.
What Art and Activities Can Visitors Expect?
The organizer describes a gathering featuring art cars, installations, theme camps, music and community-created experiences.
These are advertised event features, not a guarantee that every art car will be present throughout the day or offer passenger rides.
The organizer’s website includes a resource labelled “2026 Map and Schedule.” Use that current resource to investigate individual activities rather than relying on an older flyer.
Can Visitors Camp Overnight?
No. The organizer explicitly states that Venice Afterburn is a daytime event ending at 10 p.m.
Visitors should arrange their own transport or accommodation rather than assuming an overnight camping area is available.
For more practical information about attending Regional events, see our
What Should Readers Know About Zurich, Denver and Reno?
Not every event in a Sunday roundup is still taking place on Sunday. Zurich Decompression is listed through October 11, while Denver DeCOmp and Reno Decompression are listed for Saturday, October 10. Keeping these dates separate helps readers distinguish today’s gatherings from the weekend events that have just ended.
Is Zurich Decompression Still Scheduled for Sunday?
The Burning Man Project directory lists Zurich Decompression for October 9–11, 2026.
This confirms its published date range, but not the exact Sunday closing time or every activity on the local programme. Check the current organizer announcement before travelling, especially if you need venue-accessibility or admission information.
Official listing: Burning Man Project Event Directory
What Happened at Denver DeCOmp on October 10?
Denver DeCOmp was listed for Saturday, October 10, 2026, as Colorado’s official Regional Burning Man Decompression.
The organizer’s 2026 event page gives the following details:
- Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026.
- Published hours: 2 p.m.–2 a.m.
- Venue: MoodSwing.
- Address: 3625 E 48th Ave, Denver, Colorado 80216.
- Theme: Cosmic Canopy.
The Burning Man Project describes Denver DeCOmp as a one-day urban festival featuring interactive art, fire-related activities, dance and variety performances, music from Playa DJs, workshops and more.
Because the published hours extend past midnight, the scheduled finish falls on Sunday, October 11. That does not mean the event has a separate Sunday programme: the organizer lists it as one Saturday event.
Readers checking the listing after its scheduled finish should look for organizer announcements, photographs or post-event updates rather than assume the gathering is still open.
Was Reno Decompression a Sunday Event?
No. The Burning Man Project directory lists Reno Decompression for Saturday, October 10, 2026.
The listing describes a gathering celebrating music, art and community in the spirit of Burning Man. It does not establish a separate Sunday event.
For updates, consult the official Burning Man Project event directory and the organizer’s linked social announcement.
Why Does This Saturday-to-Sunday Distinction Matter?
Event dates and actual operating hours are not always the same thing. A programme scheduled from Saturday afternoon until 2 a.m. can continue into Sunday by the clock without becoming a separately scheduled Sunday event.
For October 11, readers should distinguish between events listed for today, events continuing into Monday, and Saturday gatherings whose published hours may have crossed midnight.
Check the organizer’s current information before making travel or admission decisions.
What Is Confirmed About MPYRE Strikes Back!?
MPYRE Strikes Back! is listed for October 11 in California’s Monterey area. The Burning Man Project describes it as a free, public, one-day Regional gathering.
Is MPYRE a Free Event?
The official directory describes MPYRE as free to the public, with no tickets, gates or boundaries.
That describes its published entry format. It does not answer every question about parking, facilities or the exact arrival route.
What Can Participants Expect?
The event description highlights:
- Community and connection.
- Art and creativity.
- Music and dancing.
- Fire-related activities.
- Participant involvement.
These are advertised features rather than a verified timetable for individual performances.
What Should Visitors Check Before Travelling?
Consult the current organizer information for:
- Opening and closing times.
- The exact meeting or arrival point.
- Parking and drop-off arrangements.
- Toilet facilities.
- Accessible routes and venue surfaces.
A beachside location alone does not establish whether every activity area is accessible to wheelchair users or people with limited mobility.
For other scheduled gatherings, visit the Burning Man Project’s official event directory.
What Sunday Activities Are Listed for NECTR?
NECTR’s supplied Sunday programme includes games, a first-year reunion, camp-hosted music and late-night activities.
The individual activity details below come from the programme information reviewed for this guide. Participants should check the latest event guide and on-site announcements for changes.
When Is Cribbage Hour?
Cribbage Hour is listed at noon at Camp Here.
The supplied programme says boards and decks are available and welcomes newcomers to the game. It is a low-pressure opportunity to meet other participants through a shared activity.
What Is the Class of ’26, 0th Reunion?
The reunion is listed at Newbie Lounge from 1–3 p.m.
It brings first-year Burners together to exchange experiences and ideas for future participation. The emphasis is on community connections rather than a formal performance.
When Is Dacha. Dashcam. Disco!?
Dacha. Dashcam. Disco! is listed from 2–4 p.m. at Nevermore.
Its supplied description invites tracksuits and a playful camp atmosphere, with music drawing on Baltic-to-Balkan influences.
Check the current programme for any changes to the location or time.
What Does “Post-Temple” Mean?
The supplied programme describes Slow and Horny at Nevermore as “Post-Temple.”
This is a relative timing label, not a clock time. It does not establish when a Temple-related ceremony begins or finishes.
Do not plan transport or departure around it without checking current announcements.
Which Activities Have Adult-Only Labels?
The supplied programme labels Glory Glory Hole-lelujah Open for Service, scheduled from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., as 18+. Burning Shanties is also labelled 18+.
Respect the published age restrictions. If an activity has no visible age label, do not automatically assume it is suitable for children.
Does Midnight Programming Happen on Sunday or Monday?
Burning Shanties is listed at midnight “into Monday,” near Nevermore.
That means the clock date is Monday, October 12, even though the activity appears within the Sunday-night programme. Participants coordinating transport or departure should account for this distinction.
Is the NECTR Map Current?
The map reviewed for this guide links to a map labelled 2023. It should not be treated as verified 2026 camp placement.
Use the current event guide for locations and departure arrangements.
When Does Burning Japan End, and What Should Participants Know?
Burning Japan is a participant-created Regional gathering inspired by Burning Man culture. Its published theme for 2026 is “Senki Yagyo,” described by the Burning Man Project as a procession of a thousand Burner spirits.
What Dates Does the Organizer Publish?
The organizer information reviewed for this guide states:
- Event dates: October 8–12, 2026.
- Opening: Noon on October 8.
- Final departure: 6 p.m. on October 12.
- Venue: Tsumagoi Bokujo, Aisai no Kane, Gunma, Japan.
However, the Burning Man Project directory lists October 9–13. These dates must not be presented as if they agree.
For travel decisions, check the organizer’s latest official announcement and obtain clarification if the discrepancy remains.
Is There a Conventional Headliner Timetable?
The event’s published description emphasizes participant-created art, music, performance and community rather than a conventional festival built around commercial headliners.
The idea is participation: attendees help create the gathering instead of simply watching a programme prepared by others.
Is a Phoenix Burn Planned?
The organizer information reviewed for this guide describes preparations for a final-night Phoenix burn.
An exact time has not been verified here. Treat it as a published plan and consult current announcements before building your evening around it.
Can Visitors Buy Tickets at the Gate?
The organizer information reviewed for this guide states that on-site ticket sales and one-day or two-day tickets are not available.
Do not assume that a multi-day event listing guarantees last-minute admission.
What Supplies Should Participants Prepare?
The organizer describes Burning Japan as a participant-supported gathering with a Leave No Trace approach.
The event information reviewed for this guide says there are no trash bins and participants must take their waste away. Attendees should prepare essential supplies, including food, water and camping equipment, according to the current organizer instructions.
The organizer also distinguishes ordinary camping from registered theme-camp and art-project vehicle arrangements. Do not assume that a general vehicle can enter the camping area or that a vehicle permit grants unrestricted access.
Check the current rules before travelling.
What Should Participants Check Before Leaving Home?
A few practical checks can prevent an event listing from turning into an expensive or frustrating journey.
Confirm Entry Arrangements
Check:
- Whether admission is available.
- Whether advance registration is required.
- Opening and closing times.
- Age restrictions.
- Re-entry rules.
- Any restrictions on late arrivals.
A free event may still have conditions that affect when or how visitors can enter.
Check Transport and Venue Access
Confirm parking, public transport, drop-off points and the distance between the entrance and activity areas.
If accessibility matters to your visit, ask the organizer about step-free routes, ground surfaces, accessible toilets, seating and rest areas.
Do not treat missing accessibility information as confirmation that facilities are available—or that they are unavailable.
Prepare for Camping and Pack-Out
For camping events, consult the current survival guide and departure instructions. Prepare food, water, suitable clothing and the equipment specified by the organizer.
Check waste rules, vehicle restrictions and the expected departure time before arrival.
Venice Afterburn does not permit overnight camping. Burning Japan’s organizer information gives a final departure time of 6 p.m. on October 12, while NECTR’s published date range runs through October 12. Check each event’s current instructions rather than assuming the same rules apply everywhere.
For a more detailed checklist, read our [Leave No Trace and Pack-Out Guide — insert your existing internal URL].
Which Burning Man Events Come Next in October?
Sunday is not the end of the October Regional calendar. Several upcoming gatherings give readers new dates to investigate, whether they want an in-person event or an online experience.
When Is YOUtopia?
The Burning Man Project directory lists YOUtopia for October 14–18, 2026, in California.
The event is associated with the San Diego Regional community and its 2026 theme, “Luminous Playground.”
Check the current organizer website for venue details, registration, admission and arrival requirements before making plans.
When Is Burn2 Octoburn?
Burn2 Octoburn is listed in the October calendar for October 16–25 as an online Regional gathering.
An online event removes the need to travel to a physical venue, but participants should still check platform access, programme times and any technical or accessibility requirements.
When Is SeaCompression?
SeaCompression is listed for October 17 at Seattle Design Center.
The programme information reviewed for this guide gives these age-based windows:
- All ages: 2–9 p.m.
- Ages 21+: 9 p.m.–2 a.m.
- No new entry after midnight.
The supplied organizer information also permits re-entry. Confirm current ticket terms and event instructions before attending.
When Is Oakland Decompression?
Oakland Decompression is listed for October 17–18.
Its published description includes hands-on art, performances, workshops and technology demonstrations. Check the current organizer announcement for the programme, venue arrangements and admission information.
Can Visitors Still Apply to Present Art or Perform?
Attendance and participation applications are separate matters.
The programme information reviewed for SeaCompression marks its art, performance and fire application deadlines as closed. That does not necessarily mean admission is closed, nor does an admission ticket automatically grant permission to present a new contribution.
For current dates and official event links, visit the Burning Man Project event directory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Burning Man Events Are Listed for October 11, 2026?
The main events covered here are Venice Afterburn, MPYRE Strikes Back!, NECTR, Burning Japan and Zurich Decompression. Check each organizer’s latest notice before travelling.
Which Event Reaches Its Final Listed Day on Sunday?
Venice Afterburn and Zurich Decompression are listed through October 11. MPYRE is listed as a one-day event on October 11.
What Time Does Venice Afterburn Close?
The organizer publishes hours of noon–10 p.m. for October 11.
Is Venice Afterburn Free All Day?
The organizer advertises free entry before 5:30 p.m. Check the current admission terms for later entry.
Can Visitors Camp Overnight at Venice Afterburn?
No. The organizer says overnight camping is not permitted.
Is MPYRE Strikes Back! Free?
The Burning Man Project directory describes MPYRE as free to the public, without tickets or gates.
What Sunday Activities Are Listed for NECTR?
The supplied programme includes Cribbage Hour, a first-year reunion, camp-hosted music and late-night activities.
When Does NECTR End?
The Burning Man Project directory lists NECTR for October 8–12, 2026. Check the current participant guide for departure instructions.
When Must Burning Japan Participants Depart?
The organizer information reviewed for this guide states 6 p.m. on October 12. The Burning Man Project directory gives different dates, so participants should verify the current organizer instructions.
Can Visitors Buy Burning Japan Tickets on Site?
The organizer information reviewed for this guide says on-site sales and one-day or two-day tickets are not available.
Are Regional Burner Events Wheelchair Accessible?
Accessibility varies by venue and event. Confirm routes, surfaces, toilets and other required facilities with the organizer.
Are Bikes Allowed at Every Regional Event?
There is no universal rule that applies to every event. Check the specific organizer’s transport and parking requirements.
Are Art-Car Passenger Rides Guaranteed?
No. An advertised art-car programme does not establish that rides are available. Ask the organizer or vehicle crew.
Is Every Artwork at a Regional Burn Intended to Be Burned?
No. The presence of art at an event does not establish that the artwork will be burned. Check the artist’s or organizer’s description.
Which Burner Events Come Next?
The October calendar includes YOUtopia, Burn2 Octoburn, SeaCompression and Oakland Decompression. Verify current details with each organizer.
Where Can You Follow the Next Burning Man Update?
Burner culture continues beyond the main Black Rock City gathering through community-created art, regional events, Decompressions and online gatherings.
Use this Sunday guide to identify the events that match your plans. Before travelling, verify the latest admission arrangements, times, transport details and accessibility information with the relevant organizer.
For the wider October calendar, explore our [Burning Man Events October 2026 Guide — insert your existing internal URL].
For the previous weekend’s dates, entry details and costs, revisit our [October 10–11 Weekend Guide — insert your existing internal URL].
For further published-source updates, visit the BurningManTV News Room.
Editorial note: This is a published-source event guide, not a live gate report. Event dates and schedules may change. Remaining admission, weather, activity changes and venue-specific accessibility arrangements require confirmation from the relevant organizer.
