Also, I know some people will purchase the VIP to get the preferred seating or early entry, then sell the merch that comes with the package to make back some of the expense of the ticket. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Weve all been there. Only if the people who bought the VIP tickets are insanely entertaining. They take individual pictures and go around talking to every fan answering questions about their music writing process, some of their favorite memories on tours, and what it has been like touring with their current co-headliners and support artist(s). Most VIP tickets will grant you access to flushing toilets that are regularly cleaned and guarded by large security guards to keep out the riffraff. But for those of us without money to burn the real question is are VIP festival tickets worth the extra dosh? 
Next on the list of VIP ticket treats are warm showers Yes, I said WARM showers.
The DSF VIP Package is the Ultimate VIP Concert Experience from start to finish as you visit the Delaware State Fair. A raft of new acts have been added to the End. If that exists, then surely, its worth a bit of extra cash? Yes, by the end of the day, I was tired. I can say my first concert was far from embarrassing and we had killer seats on the floor. It felt like being a rockstar for the day, living vicariously through the performers. (LogOut/ Great, Click the Allow Button Above
Person. Second you have those moms that bought their daughter(s) the VIP tickets as a birthday present, but they have no idea what type of music the group plays. 18 hours ago, by Kelsey Garcia
I have to confess, I loved every single minute of it. However, I didn't leave sunburned, dehydrated, or have to load up on Advil for muscle and backaches. If I wanted merchandise I would just buy it and not spend $200 on a VIP Package. 21 hours ago, by Sara Youngblood Gregory Very. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. 
If, for the right price, the ticket includes a stunning view, clean bathrooms, tons of freebies, and a relaxing experience, I know I'll be tempted to buy into it. Obviously the more popular the band or the artists is the harder it is to be safe and connect with the fans so do it in a small setting. There's standard VIP ($709), then VIP Plus ($1,200), and finally VIP Platinum ($3,500). Its located right next to the main stage, close enough to feel the bass of the speakers in your chest. Long queues, smelly pits, and the toilet breath-holding challenge are all character building.
The lack of ability to clean yourself at will is what stops a lot of people from staying for the whole weekend at one of the UKs many camping festivals. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. I did have a chance to see Macklemore backstage. However, if you like live music but dont like crowds, then certain VIP tickets would be worth it. I think toilets are a good place to start. Its possibly the most compelling reason to upgrade your ticket, especially if your heading to a five-day summer festival. VIP means air-conditioned bathrooms with flushable toilets, toilet paper, sinks, and soap. Ask a group of people sitting in the VIP section why they paid up to triple the cost of a regular ticket and you're likely to find two types of people: superfans and people who love live music but hate dealing with crowds. Houston's independent source of For most general admission warriors, a packet of baby wipes and a bottle of water acts as the preferred method of cleaning in the campsite. For music fans those three words conjure up images of skipping out on standing in line, being at the side of the stage while the show takes place, and partying with the band backstage after the show. Make a one-time donation today for as little as $1. Then, there's the "VIP Suites," an elevated tent perched to the side of the tent (like the Skybar but sectioned out into smaller units). and help keep the future of the Houston Press, Use of this website constitutes acceptance of our. Then, there's VIP Platinum, which offers backstage access(!) That's a first in music festival history for me! Copyright 2022 Festival Insider. The front page for all Pop Punk related content! The ultimate VIP bar has great beers, good cocktails and no queues. The LOFT has several amazing benefits:, Private Air Conditioned Restroom for VIP & LOFT members only, Private Cash Bar (Domestic Beers & Orange Crushes and other drinks) , $10 Food/Drink Voucher to be used in the ROOST or the LOFT (drink option only).
Three days in the sun, and I was beyond grateful for this. Important. A quick look at general admission vs VIP prices from five UK festivals tells us that youre going to spend on average an extra 57.50 for better toilets, a warm shower or two, and less queuing at the bar. It's incredible to see the musicians up close and take in the energetic audience from their perspective.
We're talking several feet with plenty of breathing room, so there's no cramming or fighting for a spot. Community Festivalprides itself on being th.
What all did you experience when you paid for VIP?
(LogOut/ Anyone know if Rob Zombie and Mudvayne VIP tickets will have any Merch or meet and greet?
Girlfriend Collective's New Tennis Collection Is Serving Up Major Looks For Summer, Dr. Martens' Viral Chunky Sandals Are My Favorite Shoe For Summer-to-Fall Wear, Watch Lizzo Go Undercover to Surprise Her Biggest Fans, This $39 Beach Bag Has Been My Go-To All Summer, Mickey Guyton Performs Empowerment Anthem Backed by Women Athletes at ESPYs, Megan Thee Stallion Teams Up With Future For "Pressurelicious" Collab.
Get your daily life hack right in your inbox. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. (LogOut/ 19 hours ago, by Amanda Prahl
Press J to jump to the feed. First you have the older ladies that think they are still 20 but they are really 40 and have kids. Promoters know the value of a label and are now willing to sell you a modified version of that wish if you can afford it. VIP reinvigorated my love of and passion for music festivals.
I actually left the weekend feeling relaxed, as if I had gone on a beach vacation. . So that everyone has a chance to go backstage, the small group stays for a few songs before being escorted out. I couldn't imagine spending over 150 dollars on a VIP unless it was a very good VIP (Meet n greet, merch, early entry, soundcheck etc). Headliners performed on this stage exclusively for the VIP, so you could catch the artists in a more intimate setting. Each festival should have something unique and special to make parting with the extra cash a little easier. The exclusivity that comes with spending more money means that you are much less likely to miss your favourite act stuck in a queue because you just cant hold it in any longer. With physical and digital album sales plummeting, 360 contract deals becoming the norm in the business, and streaming becoming the more popular way to experience music, artists are starting to have to become more inventive with how they are connecting with their fans. While 57 doesnt sound like too much of a stretch, this puts some ticket prices from within the 200-250 range into 300+. All VIP had access to a "VIP Village" that had private bars, restaurants, restrooms, and even a private stage. Robert Schwartzman just did the California Roll Tour where his venue was a giant party bus and gave fans an intimate solo acoustic show to no more then thirty people in cities all over the country. Then again, how many of your are embarrassed of what your first concert was as a kid? At a VIP package event, the managers herd you like cattle to get in line and get a picture taken, sometimes there are weird rules like you cant put your arms around the perform for the picture so basically you all look like stiff dolls posing for a promotional toy commercial, they play one acoustic song for the group, and then you get a t-shirt, a laminated ticket, and possibly some other merchandise. Anyone thats been to a large music festival will have seen first-hand the horror stories that can happen in and around festival loos. Some of us will have heroic friends that take one for the team by standing in line for an hour and then battle through the crowds with 4 pints in hand. These ladies are usually plastered before the acoustic song is even played and they usually dont follow the rules that are enforced by the manager. Should I buy VIP the day of the event? The classic dilemma of wanting to stay and watch the music vs wanting to get more drunk is a familiar one.
When I was a kid, I would have died if my parents got me VIP tickets to a concert. dscf1293 by doop is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0. Cookies were the lamest thing, everything else was incredible. And there are definitely worse ways to spend 50 quid at a festival. By spending some extra money, you will remove this stressful dilemma and be rewarded with easy to access boujee bars, with cocktail menus as long as your arm. Was so glad I splurged for it. There is one slight catch: no one is allowed to stay the whole set. VIP depends on the artist and venue, it really up to you to decide if it's worth it.
When Taylor Swift did listening parties for 1989 for her fans and invited her fans to be apart of her Shake It Off music video, it showed that her business team and her as an artist were thinking outside to create personal connections with fans as well as make recording breaking sales for 2014. Concert Watch 7/20: Kendrick Lamar, P-Funk, and More, The Krayolas are Happy "Reimagining" Their Debut, Become a member to support the independent voice of Houston 18 hours ago, by Yerin Kim By the time youve finished your business, youre close to passing out from holding your breath to avoid the smell. To all the music executives and artists out there think outside the box. Recently they had a random viewing of Space Jam at a venue out in the Los Angeles where they invited fans via twitter to come. Community Festivalprides itself on being t. Tame Impalas full line-up for this year. The road manager doesnt even fight it he just allows them to do what they want because how can you really fight with a drunk person? In my opinion VIP events are the perfect way to do that, but they arent utilized properly. The Skybar offered free drinks to VIP Plus. Please select the topics you're interested in: Would you like to turn on POPSUGAR desktop notifications to get breaking news ASAP? Sometimes it includes merch, food or drinks, a better/more comfortable place to watch the show, early entry to the venue, or meet and greet. Shall we get VIP festival tickets? A question most frequently asked by your mate whose parents still pay their rent and the lucky ones with too much disposable income. by Victoria Edel Some even have flowers in them, but thats more likely to be at Latitude or Glastonbury than Reading and Leeds. Become a Festival Insider
You have to pay the big, big bucks to have access to free drinks and food.
I've been to my fair share of music festivals, but never had I experienced VIP until this weekend while covering the BottleRock Festival in Napa as press.
But I would be lying if I said I hadnt looked enviously, sipping warm Rekorderlig, at the nice smelling people in the short queue at the VIP lounge bar. 10:00AM. Ask yourself: in these hard economic times how much would you spend for your dream concert experience?
Pamper tents are now a thing, offering full-length mirrors, sofas, hairdryers, complimentary make-up and hair straighteners for those wanting to look their best before they re-join the crowds. There is a big difference between a cracking VIP bar front and centre to the main stage, and one tucked away in a corner away from all the action. A VIP ticket to most UK festivals will get you a warm shower that is regularly cleaned.
General admission = Porta Potties. 19 hours ago, by Victoria Edel By signing up, I agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy and to receive emails from POPSUGAR. Is Buying a VIP Ticket to a Music Festival Worth It?
Another huge plus for VIP toilets is the lack of queues.
The number one reason to buy a VIP ticket is to have access to a better view of the stage. If you're willing to drop the cash through VIP Nation you can get everything from early access to the venue up to a meet and greet session with the band. But for other smaller artists like Bearings (who are doing their VIP for 30) and Grayscale, I can see it totally being worth it. Finally, something that all VIP tickets should land you is a spot at a VIP bar. 1 day ago, by Sabienna Bowman ), tons of stories including a super in depth one for Me and the Moon, a brief interaction and convo with him, a photo with him, a Christmas ornament, and a couple cookies. The balcony of the Platinum stage is basically eye level of the main stage. Copyright 2022 Delaware State Fair. Fighting the sun and crowds all day oftentimes lead to intense physical and mental exhaustion at music festivals, but with VIP, there's none of that. , Awesome, Youre All Set! You agree you accept our Terms & Conditions for posting this ad. Then, there's VIP Plus, which has access to the Alaska Airlines Skydeck, an elevated tent to the side of the stage that offers an incredible, unobstructed view of the stage (away from the crowd), comfortable seating, shade, and free, unlimited drinks (which cost about $15 a pop for festival-goers). VIPs vacation in the world of rock excess, if they're rich or famous (or both) enough. And lets not mention the photo weve all seen of the guy covered in sh.
VIP Platinum received chef-catered foods and top shelf drinks in its white tent lounge.
Contact Us,
Arts Festival
Bar
Beer Festival
Boat Tours & Water Sports
Cafe
Casinos & Gambling
Classes & Workshops
Cocktail Bar
Comedy Festival
Concerts & Shows
Cultural Festival
Day Trips
Entertainment, Fun & Games
Festival
Film Festival
Folk Festival
Food & Drink
Food Festival
Harvest Festival
Language Festival
Literary Festival
Museums, Exhibitions & Galleries
Music Festival
Nature & Parks
Nightlife
Outdoor Activities
Pub
Religious Festival
Renaissance Festival
Restaurant
Science & Technology Festival
Shopping
Sights & Landmarks
Spas & Wellbeing
Theatre Festival
Tours
Transportation
Traveller Resources
Video Game Festival
Water & Amusement Parks
Zoos & Aquariums