Burning Man’s attendance data shows that fewer younger people are attending. Gen Z tells us why.
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Burning Man’s attendance data shows that fewer younger people are attending. Gen Z tells us why
Published
September 11, 2026 2:10PM (EDT)
Satellite image shows the center of the Burning Man festival site in Black Rock City. ( Satellite image (c) 2026 Vantor.)
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