The cost to attend Burning Man 2023 varied depending on ticket type and additional expenses:

• Ticket prices ranged from $575 to $2,750 for the event itself. The main sale tickets were generally priced around $575, with higher-priced tiers available for $950, $1,500, and $3,000 to support the community and art grants. Lower-cost tickets were also offered at $550 and $650

• Vehicle passes were sold separately for $150 each, required for any vehicle entering the event

• After adding taxes and fees, a typical ticket plus vehicle pass could cost around $725 to $838 or more

• Additional costs include travel (flights or driving), vehicle maintenance, fuel, camping gear, food, and supplies. These can significantly increase the total cost, with attendees often spending anywhere from roughly $1,000 to $10,000 depending on their choices and preparations

• Organizers estimated the cost to put on Burning Man per participant was about $749 in 2023, which reflects operational expenses funded by ticket sales

In summary, for Burning Man 2023, the upfront ticket and vehicle pass cost was roughly $725 to $838 including fees, but total expenses for attending typically ranged from $1,000 to $10,000 depending on travel, gear, and lifestyle choices at the event.