The Twisted Swan Celtic Pub & Temple of Bacchus
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Twisted Swan Celtic Pub
The Swan provides an Irish pub vibe with a Geeky twist.
Nightly from 8 pm to 2 am, we provide home and craft brew, cider, and mead on tap. And of course, whisk(e)y.
We host the Thursday Irish Music Seisun (Session) The jam session brings instrument and vocal musicians together in true Irish pub tradition
Temple of Bacchus
Bacchus provides respite from the heat of the Burning Man day.
Our 24×7 shaded hammock lounge and floor cushions / soft pillow areas are inspired by a Middle Eastern and Asian aesthetic. Several large fans provide a breeze, too.
Ice cold water, lemonade, electrolytes, and “sessionable” sangria are provided from 2 pm to 8 pm
Our Hub
We are co-located with Poly Paradise. Our campers have the option to participate in their meal-sharing program. No one eats like Poly on the Playa!
Being polyamorous or practicing poly is not a requirement for camping with us, but being open-minded is.
Your adherence to the Ten Principles of Burning Man is paramount.
2026 Burning Man Theme: Axis Mundi
This year’s 2026 Burning Man theme is Axis Mundi (Latin for “axis of the world,”) a sacred hotspot where heaven, earth, and the underworld converge. Think of it as the universe’s VIP lounge, usually dressed up as a cosmic tree, mountain, or pillar so everyone knows it’s important.
Across mythology, religion, and art, it’s the grand center of everything, the still point where mortals and the divine hang out. It can show up as dramatic natural landmarks like Yggdrasil, Mount Olympus, or other locales trying very hard to be spiritual such as temples, crosses, or even humble Celtic pubs in the desert.
Learn more about the Twisted Swan Burning Man Camp and Black Rock City. Read our Burning Man Blog, HONK.
Cover art by Jon Neimeister