Rave parties and music festivals are fantastic places to see your favorite DJs perform live, but these fun moments come with unique challenges.
Here are some problems ravers may face when attending a party, from sweating through the clothes to dealing with unexpected spiritual journeys.
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Let's go over the top 10 problems of ravers.
Insane Ticket Prices
These days, ticket prices are more than expected. The days of spending $40-50 for an event or festival ticket are over. The ravers keep the locations secret until the day of events.
Prices have risen so much that we now have an easy installment option, allowing you to pay for your ticket in monthly installments. In some cases, installment is the only way to purchase a ticket.
Nothing is more disappointing than having a fantastic feeling and being overjoyed to buy festival tickets only to discover that you won't be able to pay your rent for the month.
Long Lines
The rave culture thrives, and everyone wants to go to a rave. That leaves everyone cramming the lines to enter the festival. You could easily find yourself waiting in line for more than an hour, which is a sure way to kill the buzz. Sometimes you get privileged and get in straight away, but most of the time, you will have to wait in line regardless of when you arrive.
Set-Time Conflicts
Nowadays, festival lineups are stacked with almost every DJ you'd want to see. Selecting becomes extremely difficult, forcing ravers to decide which concert to attend and which to avoid.
It would be best if you accept that you might miss a large portion of your favorite DJ's set at some point. Working in a team and organization is essential if you want to move from set to set and experience a little bit of every DJ.
Sadness After A Rave
There's an adage that says all good things must come to an end; unfortunately, this applies to everybody, and ravers are no different. As the night goes on and you are dancing the stress away, you force yourself to overlook that it will all be over in a matter of hours. The entire evening is like a fairy tale, with more friends and fun than you imagined.
When the host says "thank you!" it hits you directly in the face. Worse, not only is the rave over, but you now face a long walk back to your car and terrible traffic leaving the place. The following weekend is filled with depletion and sadness, but in some strange way, it's all worth it.
Secondhand Smoking
Cigarettes and drug use are popular at raves because they take you to the next level when you're feeling good. Start preparing yourself for a night of secondhand smoke or other drugs, whether you smoke or not.
Another thing to be concerned about is cigarette burns when walking through a crowded area.
Some venues prohibit smoking, but this is rare. While enjoying the rave, it's important to stay safe. You can likely avoid a lot with a slight effort; pick your spots wisely.
Aggressive Police/Security
There are two ways to look at this: support the cops or the revelers. Raves are insane venues that push people to their restrictions, and cops have to deal with this 24/7. On the other hand, security officers can overdo it to appear intimidating. Overall, security is concerned with venue issues and never fails to show it. Raves are for a night of partying, so don't let the cops stop you; just know when to slow down and back out.
Ruined Shoes
After your first rave, you generally learn your lesson. You want to look good and make a statement, so you put on your best shoes, which may be brand new. Throughout the night, you gradually realize that your brand-new shoes will be completely destroyed. You sometimes have to learn the difficult way. The first rave rule is to wear comfortable shoes and rave accessories. However, never wear your favorite shoes to a rave. Ever! After the first day, they might look okay, but your shiny white shoes will look like you walked through the mud by the third day.
Losing Your Friends
We've all experienced that moment when you notice you're entirely alone. A mild panic attack sets in, and you start restlessly looking around for a familiar face and fellow ravers.
Cell phone service is usually poor, so avoid a mistake and save your night from getting ruined. This problem is most prevalent at festivals, where a large number of people are attempting to send out messages and calls at the same time. So, it's always a good idea to plan a meeting place if you get separated.
Your Ears Will Ring For Days After The Night Rave Parties
If you're a rail chaser, you're probably all too familiar with this. Night after night, ridiculously loud music can end up leaving your ears with a ringing sensation caused by damage to the microscopic nerve cells in your inner ear. Keep your ears safe, and use earplugs.
Unexpected Weather
One of the most frustrating aspects of planning a rave is not being able to accurately predict the weather. You check the app regularly in the days leading up to the event, only to be let down on the big day. Although we'd like to believe that all weather is predictable, there are situations when we wish we had listened to our mothers and packed a jacket just in case that moment occurred.
Ravers are prepared for the party, and a little rain won't stop them most of the time.
When it comes to weather, you just never know; at the end of the day, it's all about luck. You wish for blue skies and a gentle breeze, but you don't always get what you want. If the weather goes bad, embrace it and continue to party.
Final Words
Raves are extremely popular among young adults and teenagers, who are generally law-abiding and responsible.
Raving is an awesome experience, but it comes with its challenges. From sweating and finding the perfect rave outfits to dealing with dehydration, ravers face unique problems. But at the end of the day, we wouldn't trade the experience for anything in the world. It's a community that accepts everyone, no matter who you are or where you come from, and that's something pretty special in the rave crowds.