My ex bought us tickets to go see the Flaming Lips because that’s our band. We’re broken up now, but still going to the concert together tonight. I haven’t been to a show since middle school and don’t know shit about concerts. Is there anything I should know before going?
Look at the venue website to see what is/isn’t allowed inside, and whether or not they require a clear bag or not. Since it’s Flaming Lips I imagine it’ll be a big outdoor amphitheater. Bring layers if it gets cold at night. Maybe bring ear protection. If it’s inside, absolutely bring them. If you have lawn seats for an outdoor show, could be a good idea to bring a blanket to sit on.
Food, drinks, merch will all be expensive. Think like $5 for a bottle of water, $12 for a pint of beer that probably won’t be a true pint, $40 minimum for merch.
There will be a LOT of people. If it’s in indoor venue I’d expect to be shoulder to shoulder with people unless you’re towards the back. If it’s outdoors that won’t be as much of an issue, but you could get caught in big crowds milling around concession stands and getting back towards the concert area.
If you’re below 5’ 10", there will ALWAYS be the tallest mother fucker in the venue standing directly in front of you lmao. It’s like Murphys law. Don’t be afraid to snake your way through the crowd to get a better view. If it is packed shoulder to shoulder, I’ll look for the biggest gap and use my hand to gently touch people’s shoulders and say “excuse me” as I try to move towards the front and that’s been good enough to get people to let me through.
I think the people will mostly be chill, probably over 40 if I had to guess. Probably some old hippies on acid or whatever lol. Have so much fun!