Mojave vs. Black Rock. Pick Your Poison.
Black Rock or Mojave? Both will test your limits. From suffocating dust to skin-splitting heat, these desert landscapes break you down—and build something stronger in the process.
Year 2, here we go!
The Everywhen returns in 2022 with even deeper intention, art, and community. Reflecting on a powerful first year, we're setting our sights on building again—this time with the theme Allegory of the Cave, and two events on the horizon.
The Temple of Five: Reuse and Evolve
A reflection on the four-year journey of the “Temple of Five”—a sacred space built from reused materials, transformed across festivals, and fueled by personal meaning. From bamboo to the Mojave, this living installation continues to evolve within the Everywhen.
Let's Do This!
Final arrival details and survival tips for Everywhen: The Electric Universe. From rough roads and campsite prep to Loco Oco safety teams, ice pickup, fire spinning zones, quiet hours, and volunteer opportunities—this guide ensures you’re ready to land strong and thrive.
Ice, Septic & Surviving the Desert
Everything you need to know about ice, septic, and surviving the Mojave at Everywhen: The Electric Universe. From advance orders for ice and RV pump-outs to self-reliance tips, ticket info, and desert survival basics—this guide helps you plan smart so you can focus on building, creating, and thriving together.
Playa Artist, Kevin Dow
Massive, luminous, and unforgettable—Kevin Dow’s “Infinite Regression” stunned at Everywhen 2021 at Juplaya, holding its ground against brutal desert storms and drawing crowds into its glowing depths. Dow, a humble yet driven creator, shares how his journey from small camp pieces to full-scale installations led to one of the year’s most iconic playa artworks—and what’s next for the Everywhen.
I've been through the Desert on a Horse named Chester
From its pink-rimmed origins to its flame-belching dance floor, Chester isn’t just an art car—it’s a living legend on wheels. Artist and provocateur Jason Anderholm has transformed Chester into a roaming celebration of self-expression, safe spaces, and unapologetic joy. Built with grit and managed with heart, Chester represents the wild spirit of the Everywhen.
Jay Blanda and BYTE
Gigantic, pink, and covered in fuzz, BYTE’s sentient microchips are more than just eye-catching art—they’re a playful dive into the ethics of AI and freedom. Lead artist Jay Blanda and his crew bring the whimsy of animation and the heart of a cartoon revolution to Everywhen with Chip and Tara: two free robots now living for joy, connection, and the occasional dance party under their fur-covered domes.