Black Rock City 50K 2020…is cancelled.

Yes, we know. BUT – Burning Man isn’t just a place. It’s not just an event (and please do not say “a festival”) that happens once a year.

It’s a state of mind.

It’s a way of living.

So it’s going to happen virtually. The Pink Lightning 50k!

We’re doing it as a fundraiser for Pink Lightning Camp and the race.

Oh, and there will still be an award for fastest naked runner – oh, and of course, we need proof! And obviously, an award for best costume. See the amazing Kim McCoy below if you need some inspiration…

Where: EVERYWHERE! This race takes place in the multiverse!

If the world looks like things are safer, we will be encouraging people to meet up locally.

When: August 30th, 5am Pacific Time (aka Black Rock City Time)

Who: You! Burners and ultrarunners of all types!

Why: Because it’s fun! Because it’s insane! Because it’s the ultimate high! Because you want to challenge yourself! Because you can fill that hydration pack with water and tuck gels and little bottles of alcohol or hot dogs or fresh coconuts to mimic your experience in the dust! Because this is how us crazies connect!

What else: Join the Facebook group, “Burner Runners” to connect with others! Put on a great costume! Make sure you hydrate and take care of yourself!

What’s Burning Man? Well…kind of like utopian playground for adults, with art, community, music, dancing, lots of dust, and the ten principles! If you are going to participate, please make sure, at least during the race, you will abide by the ten principles. How much is the race entry fee? Wait, a fee? Unfortunately, Burning Man being cancelled is a huge blow to our camp financially. Camp dues usually cover our storage costs for both the camp and the race; without those dues, we will be in the hole. Our hope is to get enough funds to cover at least some of our storage costs, and to help with an improved race starting gate for 2021. The race will cost $45 and you can register via Ultrasignup. Don’t worry, next year’s race on playa will be free (though donations are always gratefully appreciated to help cover the cost of shirts and schwag). Can I donate to the race every year? This is Burning Man! A wonderful gift economy — no money is exchanged! Putting on a race like this isn’t necessarily “free”….If you want to contribute to help offset the costs (i.e. race clock, race numbers, safety pins, t-shirts, food, water, other supplies & expenses), feel free to donate via venmo or paypal to cheryanek at gmail dot c o m

Photos by Christophe Tedjasukmana and Brad Stein (c) 2017