About
What
Burning Flipside is a regional art and music festival inspired by Burning Man. It is a place for radical self expression and an experiment in temporary community building. It is a place of acceptance, inclusiveness, and respect. It is organized entirely by volunteers. The art and entertainment is created solely by participants. There are no spectators. There are no concession stands. No cash transactions are permitted at Flipside. Even bartering is discouraged. This is a sincere experiment in creating a gift economy. If you need something, ask for it. If you have it, gift it! This is a Leave No Trace event. There are no garbage cans. Participants pack out their garbage. Personal responsibility is key.
Flipside is held over Memorial Day Weekend, May 27-31, 2010. Gate times are:
Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 9am - midnight; Sunday,
9am - 6pm; Monday, everyone leaves by 5pm.
Flipside will be near the campgrounds of Apache Pass River Theatre, on private grounds north of the San Gabriel River, just outside the town of San Gabriel, TX. If traffic isn't too bad, the drive is just over an hour from Austin.
Using directions from Austin it's a little over an hour away.
Burning Flipside is run by its Volunteers, facilitated by the Combustion Chamber and the Austin Artistic Reconstruction LLC.
Survival Guide
The 2010 Survival Guide is now available for download.
It is a good reference for what you need to know to have a safe and fun experience. You will not be allowed to enter the event until you've answered a few random questions, derived from the Survival Guide, at the Greeter Station.
Sound Policy
Sound levels are a very important thing to know about for the whole community.
The Sound policy for 2010 is still being updated, but please read the Sound Policy 2009 if you are planning on bringing any kind of amplified or loud noise making equipment, or know anyone who is!
Theme
The Theme for 2010 is "Post Apocalyptic Prom".
Participate
Almost every aspect of Burning Flipside is made possible or organized by volunteers. Everyone who attends Flipside is automatically a participant. Many participants create art, performances, and/or theme camps and in addition take advantage of the dozens of volunteer opportunities. Working together makes our accomplishments even more fun and fulfilling than they otherwise would be. It is also a great way to meet people! Read more about volunteer opportunities.
Media Information
Burning Flipside is a private event and media may not use pictures, images or recordings of participants or their art without their consent. There are no "media passes" to Burning Flipside. Anyone wishing to enter must buy a ticket.
Members of the media should also contact our media liason, by using this handy form.