Makers and artists will gather in San Diego County next week for “YOUtopia,” a makers and artists event dubbed the local “Burning Man.”

The event, which opens Wednesday at the De Anza Springs Resort in Jacumba, will feature a Kaleidoscope Bazaar of artwork, sound camps and other creative opportunities. Most importantly, the event is meant to build “community and fellowship” among all attendees, organizers said.

At YOUtopia, San Diegans are invited to “uncover a realm of shimmering sights and curious encounters, where each twist and turn reveals a new marvel of camaraderie and artistry. Get ready to explore a world where every interaction is a new color in our collective creation,” said Heather Thelen, co-executive producer for the event.

“Many people are curious about Burning Man but ca

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