Fuego de los Muertos (often abbreviated to FDLM) is an annual, Burning Man affiliated regional decompression event. It is organized by burners from San Diego and Orange County and is hosted in the rural and semi-arid eastern part of San Diego County.
The event takes place over Halloween weekend. It draws inspiration from four traditions: Burning Man, Samhain, Día de los Muertos and All Hallows' Eve.
History
While 2004 is first year that there was an event of this name, it is at least the second decompression event that has taken place in San Diego. One took place in 2003, and had an estimated attendance of 250, and there may have been one in 2002 as well.
In spite of the chilly and damp weather, FDLM managed to draw nearly 500 participants for 2004, perhaps double the attendance of the 2003 event. Two performance stages were set up for DJs, bands and bellydancers. The Mystic Art Grove had a score of art installations. Numerous theme camps were established, including the Purple Turtle Chill Zone , Liquid O ,BubbleLounge , Fahrenheit 451 , Vibestation , BRC Zendo , Satreheedn , Cantina de los Muertos and Haunted Chill Zone , Camp RVIP , Xara, the Massage Confessional , the Space Bars , and more. A wide variety of events took place including a fire eating workshop, Zen meditation, massages, and even a wedding.
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Last updated: 06-04-2005 07:45:56
