A tech landowner on Hawaii Island is pushing to turn roughly 15,000 acres into an annual, Burning Man–inspired event called Falls on Fire after running two gatherings without permits that drew county fines.
The events were held without formal approval and county officials issued fines. Organizers have a new permit application pending with local authorities while they reportedly plan another “private gathering” as the review moves forward.
- Site: Land purchases on Hawaii Island totaling about 15,000 acres.
- Events so far: Falls on Fire has been held twice without permits and faced fines.
- Permits: A new permit request is currently pending with county officials.
- Next steps: Organizers appear to be planning another private gathering while the permit is under review.
The proposal channels the DIY, large-scale aesthetic of burn-style festivals but raises the usual concerns around permitting, environmental protections, and local community impact. County review outcomes will determine whether Falls on Fire can become an official annual event or remains an unauthorized private gathering.