Iris Riklis — Midburn and Rapid Growth

Midburn is a young regional event, young and fresh. It started as a 2400 participants event and in 6 years grew to be the second largest regional in the world with 12,000 participants and almost 3000 volunteers. The rumor was out that something good is happening in the Israeli desert, community, creation, inspiration, joy... more and more people wanted to take part, the tickets demand exceeded supply and a non for profit association was formed. However, what price do we pay for such a rapid growth? How can we embed the culture and roots without losing our unique identity? What impact do we create? Midburn had faced challenges from its first event and still does. It also celebrates successes, cultural and communal development. It is a very involved vivid, creative and verbal community in a country full of challenges. So, where should we go from here?