unSCruz is an official Burning Man Regional Event. This means we are endorsed by Burning Man, but we receive NO money from them. We are NON-commercial in every way; we abide by the Ten Principles. 

What It Is

unSCruz is a magical four-day, three-night campout celebrating art, fire, music, and community — an official Burning Man Regional Event built entirely by its participants. Everything you see and experience is created by participants—artists, theme camps, and dreamers, who bring the magic to life through the Ten Principles of Burning Man.

Where & When

Held each spring at the San Benito County Fairgrounds in Tres Pinos, California, unSCruz is a four-day, three-night campout featuring interactive art, theme camps, live DJs, fire performances, and spontaneous weirdness. The event usually lands around late April or early May, depending on the year.

Why It’s Unique

unSCruz stands out because it’s built entirely by its participants. It brings the magic of the playa to a local, accessible setting while keeping true to the spirit of radical participation.

• Immersive art and music experiences
• Gifting and collaboration
• A family-friendly community
• A chance to be part of something extraordinary

What To Know

• No sales or vending: Everything operates through the spirit of gifting.
• Bring what you need: Radical self-reliance is key. You camp, you cook, you create.
• Leave no trace: You pack it in, you pack it out.
• Families welcome: Children are part of the community, just follow child policy guidelines.
• Sound zones: Large sound setups are limited to designated theme camps.