Dutch Decompression 2025

Get ready for an exciting evening and night filled with art, performances, surprises, friendly encounters, and music! Our Dutch Decompression event usually happens in November (this year: 8 November 2025) and serves as a sort of cool-down for the past Burning Man events.

The idea of Decompression parties started with the Burning Man organization back in 1999, and they even trademarked the term “Decompression.” These parties have a relaxed and intimate atmosphere, reminiscent of the early days of Burning Man.

The name “Decompression” is inspired by deep-sea diving, where divers spend time in decompression chambers or at different depths on their way to the surface. This gradual ascent helps them adjust to surface pressure and avoid health issues like the bends. Similarly, our Decompression event helps participants transition back to the “default world” after the intense experience of Burning Man.