Event Policies
We want you to come and express yourself, be your own agent of change, be your own Alchemist. However, there are some policies in place to make the burn an enjoyable and safe place for all.
No tourists, no spectators. Participants only!
This is a potentially dangerous event
There are no lifeguards on duty. There will be fire performances and installations that could cause injury or death. You assume all liability of injury or death that may occur as a result of attending this event.
No firearms, fireworks, rockets or explosives
Fire cannons, flamethrowers, fire art and installations are all invited but must be inspected and approved by the Fire Safety Team.
Open fires are only allowed in designated fire circles
Protect the land! There is no wood available for use on site, so you must purchase your own locally in the area surrounding the event. Do not bring wood from outside the county.
No animals except for required SERVICE animals
We will be searching cars at the gate. If we find a pet, we will send you home, and if we see you with a pet at the event that is not a service animal, we will send you home with your pet. Please note our in and out policy. We know you love your pets, but do not bring them to Alchemy. Bringing your pet to Alchemy puts both your pet and other participants at risk.
Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a guardian
You take responsibility for yourself, your actions, and the well-being and actions of anyone that is under the age of 18 that is under your supervision.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by their legal guardian(s) in order to enter Alchemy. If a legal guardian is not one of the child's biological or adoptive parents, they need to provide proper, legal documents to establish legal guardianship, such as a court order. A letter signed by the parent purporting to grant a power of attorney or guardianship is not sufficient. You will be required to sign a waiver for each person in your care who is under 18 years old. The gate staff will provide a separate waiver for each minor.
Cars will be anchored during the event
No driving unless you have a mobile art piece. If it's not decorated, don't drive it around during the event!
Please park in designated parking areas only, NOT in your campsite
If you park in your campsite, your vehicle has to be hidden from view and decorated!
Ins and Outs are strongly discouraged
In/outs are available under two conditions: 1) Collect 15 pieces of swag from other participants. These pieces of swag are surrendered at the gate and allow one person to leave and return. The swag is NOT returned. 2) Purchase a return authorization at the gate for the price of an invitation. This allows one person to leave and return.
No commerce
There is nothing for sale at this event. Commercial vending, advertising, and cash transactions of ANY kind on the premises will NOT be tolerated. Bring everything you need.
Possession, sale, and/or consumption of illegal drugs and distribution of alcohol to minors are violations of federal law
It is your responsibility to respect all state and federal rules and regulations.
This is a Leave No Trace event
So be prepared to take everything away that you bring onsite. Bring your own trash bags or trash containers as no trash containers will be available on site. Respect the land!
No comps
We'd love to have you (or your band, troup, circus, whatever) come to Alchemy but we ask everyone to pay their own way. (That includes the event organizers who all pay full price to participate.)
No refunds
If you can no longer use your invitation, you may sell it to another willing participant.
COVID-19
Alchemy will not require proof of vaccination against COVID 19 or negative text results for entry.
SOUND Camps
UPDATED FOR ALCHEMY 2023, 6/27/2023
ALL CAMPS WISHING TO BRING AMPLIFIED SOUND THAT INCLUDES LOW OR HIGH-END DRIVERS (I.E. SUB-WOOFERS, MONITORS/SPEAKERS, ETC.) TO THE BURN MUST REGISTER THEIR SOUND! Due to space limitations, registering amplified sound is NOT a guarantee that you will be placed in an area where amplified sound is allowed.
MUTANT VEHICLES
A Mutant Vehicle, or an Art Car, is a vehicle that has been radically, stunningly, and safely modified. ALL MUTANT VEHICLES AND ART CARS MUST BE APPROVED AND REGISTERED BY THE DMV!
FIRE Service POLICIES
Make sure your large structures are compliant with the venue policy for firesafe materials. If you are a theme camp organizer or are bringing a structure larger than a 10x10 popup for personal use or multiple structures, make sure to read the policy update for 2023:
No fire spinning without a safety present (who has a fire blanket).
All theme camps that will allow fire spinning in their camp must have a designated fueling area that is marked. No spinning will be allowed within 10' of this area. The camps must also have a fire extinguisher. Fire Service has a limited number of fueling stations that will be loaned out to the community on a first come, first serve basis. If you would like one of these stations please email fire safety.
All fire art that uses active flame must be inspected by the Fire Service prior to operation. The art piece will be tagged and a record kept. Please contact the Fire Service prior to the event to register. Once on site ask anyone with a radio to request Fire Service inspect your art.
No ground fires.
No unattended fires (including art and burn barrels).
We will operate on a one warning policy. An individual will receive one warning for not following these policies. On a second offense the individual will be asked to leave site. We want everyone to have a fun and enjoyable burn, we want everyone to go home healthy as well. If you have any questions please contact the Alchemy Fire Service team at fireservice@alchemyburn.com
SERVICE ANIMALS
Only working service animals are allowed at Alchemy. No other animals may be brought or kept on the event premises. Therapy animals, emotional support animals, and personal pets which are not service animals are not permitted. Service animals are defined as dogs (or certain miniature horses) that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. Service animals must remain under control, and may be asked to leave if the animal’s handler does not take effective action to control it. If you require additional support/information to fully access the event and would like to provide emergency contact information for your service dog, or have any other concerns the Service Animal Task Lead will be available before and during the event.
All questions about service animals can be sent to the Event Committee.
This policy is subject to further and ongoing revision prior to the beginning of the event.