Today marks the 40th anniversary of Burning Man, celebrating its evolution from a small gathering into a global phenomenon of art, creativity, and community, inspiring countless individuals to express themselves and forge new connections. Continue reading Happy 40th Burning Man!
The Atomic Octopus, inspired by the Jersey Shore Octopus legend, embarks on a summer adventure from northern Nevada to Seaside Heights, New Jersey. Enjoying the beach, carnival games, and frozen custard, it captivates locals with its antics. After a night of dancing and fun, it returns home, ready for its next journey. Continue reading Jersey Shore Octopus: The Atomic Octopus Hits the Beach
In our efforts to appease the atomic octopus that lives beneath the Black Rock Desert, we hope it bestows great weather conditions at Burning Man 2026. Therefore, we humbly offer this. An Octopus Of The Day, or Occo The Day. We think the more fun weird pictures we make, find, or post… the better the chances are for a great weather year. That kind of … Continue reading Occo The Day: June 20
Deep in the Black Rock Desert, a steampunk mechanical octopus, known as the Atomic Octopus, awakens to seek adventure after the Burning Man season. It travels to Qatar to watch a Formula 1 race but unexpectedly finds itself driving a race car. Utilizing its eight tentacles, the octopus skillfully navigates the track, saves the day during a mishap, and returns home, dreaming of future adventures. Continue reading Octopus Racer: A Wild Ride in Qatar
In our efforts to appease the atomic octopus that lives beneath the Black Rock Desert, in hopes that it bestows great weather conditions at Burning Man 2026, we humbly offer this. An Octopus Of The Day, or Occo The Day. We think the more fun weird pictures we make, find, or post… the better the chances are for a great weather year. That kind of … Continue reading Occo The Day: June 18
In our efforts to appease the atomic octopus that lives beneath the Black Rock Desert, in hopes that it bestows great weather conditions at Burning Man 2026, we humbly offer this. An Octopus Of The Day, or Occo The Day. We think the more fun weird pictures we make, find, or post… the better the chances are for a great weather year. That kind of … Continue reading Occo The Day: June 17
Atomic Octopus is in no way, shape or form going to be a sound camp at Burning Man. There are no massive sound rigs. There aren’t even any tiny sound rigs. We do have a couple speakers to provide for a little music in our front-of-house space for guests to enjoy throughout the week. We’re also excited to feature some Occo Music Underworld (that is, … Continue reading Occo Music Retro
We would like to share an illuminated tentacle progress report with you. At Atomic Octopus HQ in Las Vegas, we have been making solid progress on yet another project for Burning Man 2026. As you know, we recently received our placement location and could not be more excited. One of our campmates has been hard at work on a new version of the time-traveling coffee … Continue reading Illuminated Tentacle Progress
In our efforts to appease the atomic octopus that lives beneath the Black Rock Desert, in hopes that it bestows great weather conditions at Burning Man 2026, we humbly offer this. An Octopus Of The Day, or Occo The Day. We think the more fun weird pictures we make, find, or post… the better the chances are for a great weather year. That kind of … Continue reading Occo The Day: June 14
Deep beneath the Black Rock Desert of northern Nevada, the Atomic Octopus rested in its secret underground workshop. The giant mechanical steampunk octopus had spent weeks polishing brass gears, tightening bolts, and dreaming about its next great journey. Soon, the Atomic Octopus would travel to a new city—its adventure as the Octopus In Manhattan was about to begin. Then, one sunny morning, a familiar feeling … Continue reading Octopus in Manhattan: An Occo Mundi Subway Adventure
In our efforts to appease the atomic octopus that lives beneath the Black Rock Desert, in hopes that it bestows great weather conditions at Burning Man 2026, we humbly offer this. An Octopus Of The Day, or Occo The Day. We think the more fun weird pictures we make, find, or post… the better the chances are for a great weather year. That kind of … Continue reading Occo The Day: June 12
In our efforts to appease the atomic octopus that lives beneath the Black Rock Desert, in hopes that it bestows great weather conditions at Burning Man 2026, we humbly offer this. An Octopus Of The Day, or Occo The Day. We think the more fun weird pictures we make, find, or post… the better the chances are for a great weather year. That kind of … Continue reading Occo The Day: June 11
