How to Get Tickets for Burning Man 2025: Tips & Tricks
Burning Man, the iconic annual gathering in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert, is a bucket-list event for many, drawing tens of thousands of "Burners" to its dusty playa. However, securing tickets remains a challenge due to high demand and limited supply. For 2025, Burning Man continues its tiered pricing model, keeping the ticketing process competitive and dynamic. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned participant, this guide will help you navigate Burning Man 2025 ticket sales, avoid scams, and explore alternatives if you miss out.
⚡️ Next Important Milestone (last updated June 26, 2025):
The "OMG Sale" (the FINAL public sale) kicks off on July 30, 2025, at 12pm (noon) PDT. Registration is required and opens from July 23, 2025 @ 12pm PDT to July 29, 2025 @ 6pm PDT. This is your last chance for official tickets. Set a reminder—these are usually gone within hours!
👉 Step-By-Step Guide: How to Register for the Burning Man 2025 OMG Sale
Understanding Ticket Types & Prices
Burning Man 2025 ticket sales are split into several key events with a range of prices, making planning essential.
- General Admission ticket tiers: $550, $650, $950, $1,500, and $3,000 (plus taxes & fees).
- Vehicle Pass: $150 each, sold separately and required for every vehicle entering the playa.
- Lower tiers ($550–$650) always sell out in seconds; higher tiers linger a bit longer, but expect all tickets to be gone within 1–2 hours at every sale.
The OMG Sale (July 30) is the final, high-stakes public sale of the year—whatever tickets are left will go, most likely at the $950, $1,500, or $3,000 level based on prior years.
Special: The Ticket Aid Program (low-income) tickets at $225 are still open for applications for a short time if you qualify, but the window closes soon and approvals can take weeks.
🎟️ Ticket Sales & Key Dates for Burning Man 2025 🔥
🕒 "Today Sale" (aka FOMO Sale) – February 12, 2025 (CLOSED)
- Ticket Prices: $550 – $3,000
- Vehicle Pass: $150 (sold separately)
- Registration Window: Feb 3 – Feb 11, 2025 (closed)
- Sale Date: Feb 12, 2025 (sold out)
❤️ Ticket Aid Program – Open (apply ASAP!)
- Ticket Price: $225 + taxes/fees
- Vehicle Pass: $75
- Apply here (proof of income required, 1 per person, legal name only)
- Closes soon – decisions take weeks, act now!
⏳ "Tomorrow Sale" (aka Main Sale) – April 30, 2025 (CLOSED)
- All tickets sold out. Next opportunity is the OMG Sale.
🔄 STEP - Secure Ticket Exchange Program – May to August 2025
- Official face-value resale platform for buyers and sellers.
- Runs: May–August (paused during OMG Sale registration & sale window)
- More info
💥 OMG Sale – July 30, 2025 (your FINAL shot at official tickets!)
- Ticket Price: $950–$3,000 expected, based on previous sell-outs
- Registration: July 23–29, 2025 (closes 6pm PDT)
- Sale Date: July 30, 2025 at 12pm (noon) PDT
- Be online, fast internet, credit card ready. The link will be emailed the night before. Log in early and refresh the purchase page right at the sale start.
✅ Checklist for Any Sale You Plan to Participate In:
- ⚠️ Register in advance! Registration is always required and closes the day before each sale. Set reminders. No registration = no ticket link.
- Reliable, fast internet is a must. Desktop/laptop strongly preferred over mobile.
- Credit/debit card(s) ready: Have enough funds for 2 tickets + 1 vehicle pass (minimum $1,650+ after fees).
- Try for the full bundle: you can transfer an extra ticket later (within Burning Man’s rules).
- All times are Pacific Daylight Time (PDT). Double-check with worldtimebuddy.com.
- For 2025: No Burner Profile required for registration, but recommended for easier management and updates. Create one here.
- Prefer US delivery address for tickets. If possible, ask a friend to receive it on your behalf. Will Call at the gate is a backup, but expect longer lines.
- Check your tickets and delivery status here using your registered email.
- Will Call pickups require valid matching ID and can mean 1–5 extra hours at the gate.
Burning Man 2025 Important Dates:
| Date | What’s Happening |
|---|---|
| Feb 3 – Feb 11, 2025 | 📝 "Today Sale" registration (closed) |
| Feb 12, 2025 | 🎟️ "Today Sale" at 12pm PST (sold out) |
| Feb 19, 2025 | ❤️ Ticket Aid Program applications open (still accepting—apply now!) |
| Apr 21 – Apr 29, 2025 | 📝 "Tomorrow Sale" registration (closed) |
| Apr 30, 2025 | 🎟️ "Tomorrow Sale" (sold out) |
| May – August 2025 | 🔄 STEP Exchange open for face-value resales |
| July 21 – Aug 1, 2025 | ⏸️ STEP paused for OMG Sale |
| July 23 – July 29, 2025 | 📝 OMG Sale registration open (FINAL official ticket sale) |
| July 30, 2025 | 🎟️ OMG Sale at 12pm (noon) PDT |
| Aug 24 – Sept 1, 2025 | 🔥 Burning Man 2025 in Black Rock City |
How to Register for the Burning Man 2025 OMG Sale:
🆕 2025 Update: You do not need a Burner Profile to register for ticket sales, but it is still useful for managing your ticket and delivery options. Watch your email closely for registration confirmation and your personal purchase link. Missed a sale? Use the official STEP resale system—never buy from scalpers!
Step 1: Register
Visit tickets.burningman.org during the registration window and enter your details (real email only!).
Step 2: Confirmation
Check your email for a confirmation—add ticketsupport@burningman.org to your contacts and monitor your spam folder just in case.
Step 3: Sale Day
The day before the OMG Sale (July 29), you’ll get a unique link by email. On sale day, log in before 12pm PDT and be ready to refresh right as the clock hits noon. All tickets will go fast—speed and preparation are everything.
Step 4: Payment
Complete your purchase with a credit card. Double-check your details before submitting! You can purchase up to 2 tickets and 1 vehicle pass per transaction.
Step 5: Ticket Management
After purchase, track your order at here.burningman.org/my-tickets. Tickets are mailed out, or you can choose Will Call pickup with valid ID at the gate.
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