2025 Resilience Ticket Program

2025 Resilience Ticket Program Application Link

The Resilience Program is designed to provide access to Black Rock City 2025 for individuals who have been significantly impacted by natural disasters or geopolitical conflicts. We recognize that global crises can create unexpected hardships, and we want to ensure that those affected still have the opportunity to experience the creativity, community, and connection of Burning Man. A limited number of $550 tickets and gift tickets have been set aside for those who qualify. If you are facing significant financial or logistical barriers due to recent global events, you are encouraged to apply.

Application Period

The 2025 Resilience Program application period begins on Wednesday, February 19 at 12pm (noon) PST.

This program is not first come, first served, so you do not need to rush to apply; however, you should not wait until too late in the year to apply because applications may close once we receive enough applications.

Program Guidelines:

The application has more detailed instructions, but here’s what you need to know so you can be prepared to apply.

Who Qualifies for the Resilience Program?

This program is intended for individuals who have faced substantial hardship due to natural disasters or geopolitical events in the past 12 months. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Displacement due to war or armed conflict
  • Loss of home or livelihood due to natural disasters
  • Financial instability caused by global crises
Program Restrictions
  • If you purchase a ticket to Burning Man 2025 in ANY sale, you are not eligible to participate in the Resilience Program.
  • If you are approved for a reduced-price ticket through the ResilienceProgram and purchase a Burning Man 2025 ticket in any later sale, your Resilience Program award will be revoked, even if the ticket was purchased for someone else or you let someone else use your credit card.
  • If a ticket to Burning Man 2025 is transferred into your name, you are no longer eligible to receive a ticket through the Resilience Program and your award will be revoked.
Application Restrictions
  • Applications are one per person. No couple or group applications. Feel free to reference each other in your applications if you wish.
  • Applications are one per email address. Applications with duplicate email addresses will not be considered.
  • You may not submit an application on someone else’s behalf unless the applicant has a disability that prevents them from submitting it themselves.
  • You must use your legal name on your application. If you are awarded a ticket you will be required to show a legal photo ID in order to collect it at the Box Office of the Burning Man event.
  • We will not request additional documentation or clarification, please ensure your application is complete prior to submission.
The Gritty Details
  • Approved applicants will be sent a link to pay for their order within 48 hours of approval.
  • Tickets awarded through the Resilience Program are $550 each, plus taxes and fees.
  • Tickets awarded through the Resilience Program are held at the Box Office Will Call pickup, no exceptions.
  • Tickets awarded through the Resilience Program cannot be picked up until the Box Office opens on Monday, August 18, 2025. Anyone arriving on-site before the event officially begins on Sunday August 24, 2025 must have a valid Setup Access Pass (SAP) for early entry. You can learn more about SAPs here.
  • Resilience Program awards, along with tickets and Vehicle Passes purchased through the Resilience Program, are completely non-transferrable.
  • It may take several weeks to review applications after submission. You will be notified of your application status regardless of if your application is approved or denied.

The Technical Stuff

Here are some tips to make sure your application submission process is as easy as possible.

  • You don’t need to have attended Burning Man before to apply—we welcome newcomers and fresh perspectives!
  • We advise that you complete this application on a computer rather than a phone or tablet, or we may not receive your attachments.
  • Have any documents you plan to submit ready before starting your application.
  • Please make sure you’re using the most up-to-date version of your browser, and we advise using a browser such as Chrome or Firefox as opposed to Internet Explorer/Edge.
  • Be sure to check your spam and promotions folder for emails from us when you want to save and continue your application.
  • Tickets must be picked up in person at the Box Office in Black Rock City.
  • Tickets will not be available for pickup before Monday, August 18, 2025, at 12 PM (noon) PST.
  • If you plan to arrive before the event begins on Sunday, August 24, 2025, you must have a valid Setup Access Pass (SAP) for early entry.
What Documentation is Needed?

To help us understand your situation, we only ask for up to two (2) documents that show your address and that you live or have lived in an area that has been impacted in the last 12-months by a natural disaster or geopolitical conflict. If you don’t have documentation, just tell us your story. We are here to help.

Examples of Acceptable Documents:
  • Proof of Address: Driver’s license, passport, utility bill
  • Proof of Displacement/Hardship: Refugee or displacement documentation, relief payment records, insurance claims
  • Other Supporting Documents: Any other documentation that helps illustrate your situation
File Formats accepted:
  • Formats: We accept .jpg, .pdf, and .png files.
  • File Size: Files must be single-page and under 10 MB.
  • Please ensure files are clear and legible. Blurry images may result in application delays.

International Applicants

We welcome applications from around the world! Documents in languages other than English are accepted. If possible please translate them, but if that is not possible please provide a brief explanation of the document’s content.

We welcome international applicants to The  Resilience Program. Please keep in mind that you are responsible for:

  • Obtaining any necessary travel visas
  • Securing transportation to the United States
  • Complying with all U.S. travel regulations

We understand that securing a visa or making international travel arrangements can be challenging, and we encourage applicants to plan accordingly.

For additional questions, please refer to the Resilience Program FAQ or contact us at resilience@burningman.org.