The 2024 effigy burn beneath in the Oak Grove

Emergence

© Shane Garner

March 26-30, 2026

Emergence is a small, regional burn held annually just outside of Charleston, South Carolina in the Spring.

We are an inclusive, cooperative, and collaborative community committed to co-creating magical experiences through creativity, celebration and communal effort.

Join us as we gather together to celebrate, to play, to learn and to burn.

Leadership
Application

If you'd like to help as a team lead, please reach out.

Effigy Builder Application

Submit an application to build the Effigy for the 2026 burn.

Temple Builder Application

Submit an application to build the Temple for the 2026 burn.

  • Wow. I've been burning on and off for 20 years, and I've never experienced one like that. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

    Dio

  • This weekend with you all has permanently changed the person I am for the best. You are beautiful, you are strong, you are loved! I have Emerged.

    Will Hand

  • Thank you for nourishing our roots so that we can reach the stars together.

    Tree Star City

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