Storm Wreaks Havoc on Burning Man’s Orgy Dome
In a surprising turn of events, Burning Man’s notorious orgy dome, known as the Sex Haven, was completely dismantled by a storm that swept through Nevada’s campsites over the weekend.
This private tent, famous for its air conditioning, beds, and inviting mood lighting, was sadly mangled by the strong winds during the fierce weather conditions at Black Rock City on Saturday. Organizers shared the unfortunate news on social media the following Monday.
“Our build team put in a lot of effort over the past week to prepare our lovely space,” they noted, posting a video showcasing what remained of the once-popular venue. “Unfortunately, yesterday’s winds canceled all that work and destroyed our structure. We’re okay, thankfully, and would like to offer Playa some workshops.”
The distressing footage revealed broken metal tent poles, a stripped roof, and much of the outer paneling in tatters, leaving behind an empty shell where the beds once stood.
Founded in 2003, the Orgy Dome organizers, who refer to themselves as Private Desert Robutent, stated, “This is beyond repairs.” However, they took to Instagram on Tuesday night, expressing a need for walls, ball bungees, pipes, and zippers in their attempt to restore the well-known tent.
The destruction of the tent followed a brutal sandstorm that battered the campsite, creating chaos and heavy traffic, with delays lasting up to eight hours during the annual festival that kicked off on Sunday.
Earlier, footage captured by festival-goers displayed men struggling against the wind, trying to secure the metal poles. Concerned organizers took preventive measures on Sunday night, closing the gates of Black Rock City and advising everyone to stay away from the roads until the storm passed. Flights were also halted during this tumultuous period.
As of early Monday morning, the gates reopened, allowing festival-goers to begin repairing their camps and recover lost possessions. The festival is set to run until September 1, drawing in around 70,000 attendees each year.
