Like any Burning Man event, it is most rewarding when experienced as a participant rather than a spectator – so get involved! Bring the project you brought to Burn in the Forest or Black Rock City, or another left half-finished on your couch, or have been dreaming of for months.
Help us build, decorate, ranger, greet or break down.
We are currently looking for TEAM LEADS
Dustcovery is 100% volunteer run and everyone, even our organisers, buys a ticket. Come embrace burner principles by GIFTING your time, PARTICIPATING in Dustcovery in a meaningful way, and displaying COMMUNAL EFFORT to help bring this thing to life!
We are in search of various amazing volunteers to sign up as team leads to make this years Dustcovery a success! Are you interested in contributing and bringing it to life?
Questions? Email [email protected].
Placement Applications are Open
Those wanting to bring their art or create interactive spaces (we call them “Theme Camps”) can apply to be a part of the experience.
We help artists and imagineers through collaboration, but be sure to let us know you’re bringing something!
Application Deadline: October 17th, 2025.
(If you’re looking for financial support for your project, please see Grant & Placement below)
Sound Stage Applications are OPEN
Applications are now open for you to apply to host one of the sound stages at Dustcovery 2025!
This year we will have one main stage and a silent disco stage available to host. If your application is successful your team will be given a budget and be responsible for booking all of the talent and equipment required to run that stage.
Application Deadline: October 15th, 2025.
Please email [email protected] if you have any questions about applying to host a sound stage.
Volunteer!
Opportunities will be available closer to the event with door, activities, acculturation and volunteer teams during the event; or if you prefer to have Dustcovery night completely free, you can volunteer before or after with set-up, transport, tear-down and volunteer teams.
Your contribution is so appreciated by your volunteer team, and all the Dustcovery attendees! 
We truly couldn’t do it without you!
Fire Performance
(2025 INFO TO COME)
Hey Fire Performers! Want to light up at Dustcovery?
We are looking for experienced safety techs and performers to make this show happen for our fabulous Burner community!
Activities & Performances
(2025 INFO TO COME)
Grants + Placement
(2025 INFO TO COME)
For more information, FAQs and to apply, visit www.gvias.org/grants. Don’t delay, apply today!
Any questions? Please email [email protected]