With a much shorter commute, less dust and cheaper tickets, it's no wonder that for 17 years straight, Decompression has attracted thousands of "burners" (and wannabes) for a daytime party in the streets of Potrero Hill.

Here's a peek at the free spirits, party people, art lovers and lovable weirdos who spent yesterday afternoon reliving their last Burning Man—or mentally preparing for their first—right here in the city.

Note: Some photos are NSFW (if your workplace doesn't already make pilgrimages to the Playa).

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