BARNBURNER

The Mosaic Manifesto

In the hustle of daily life—juggling work, staying in shape, managing finances, and handling responsibilities—it’s easy to feel like there’s no room to explore. Our day-to-day life often showcases only a fraction of who we are. Over time, creativity, self-expression, and dormant interests begin to fade, leaving us feeling incomplete. Slowly, you might start to let go of these parts of yourself, resigning to the idea that they don’t have a place in the world. You realize it’s been months, maybe years, since you’ve had the chance to be truly creative, expressive, or explore a long-lost interest. But we were never meant to be one-dimensional. We are multi-faceted by nature, and the traits we express daily are only a part of our whole selves.

Barn Burner has always been a space to remind ourselves that there’s more to the picture. It’s a chance to explore new dimensions, both within and around us. Sometimes you have to take a step back to see the bigger picture. Recognizing that there is more to life, more to you, can bring new energy and fresh perspective. Our ambition with the Mosaic theme is to co-create an event that allows us all to step into this fuller view and see what it reveals. For a few days in September, we’ll step through a portal into a different dimension, seeing life in a new light. Our hope is to return to our daily lives with renewed energy and perspective, and, in the process, create memories together that will last a lifetime.

Frequently asked questions

What is Barn Burner?

Barn Burner is a small-format, co-created event combining elements of a music festival, retreat, and family reunion. It's a space to have a great time and make memories together in a friendly and safe environment while also going deeper and exploring new perspectives, ideas, and connections. Everyone’s experience is unique (you can choose your own adventure), but for many psychedelics play a key role in their experience.

In short, we drink, we party, we trip, we talk, we reflect, we learn.. and at the end we come away feeling refreshed and re-connected.

What is the history of Barn Burner? How did it start?

Barn Burner started in 2016 when we held a quarterly meeting in a Wisconsin cabin. The meeting evolved into an impromptu transformative experience, and we were hooked. In 2018, we recreated the event at the same cabin, sharing it with more friends. Since then, Barn Burner has grown into a community-driven experience, blending elements of a festival and retreat, and providing a space for creativity, connection, and expression.

You mentioned co-creation. What does that mean?

Co-creation means that every attendee plays a part in shaping the event. Whether it's organizing activities, sharing talents by hosting a DJ set, preparing meals, planning decor, or simply contributing ideas, everyone has a role in making Barn Burner special. This collaborative approach ensures that the event reflects the diverse interests and abilities of the community, creating a richer experience for all.