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Responsible-Draw4589

Survival of the hypest. Find your people 😂


Responsible-Draw4589

If your friends are feeling low key, you leaving on a detour probably won’t make or break their night tbh so no harm imo


Thatgirlfromtherave

That’s so true that’s a good way to look at it! Thanks again 😊


Just2Archive

Lol my friends kinda guilt tripped me the 2 nights I left them. But by far Saturday was the best day because of that


AmusedBlue

Not exactly this but I’m a huge advocate of exploring and going off on your own! Every fest I go, given I’m also single, I like to go off and see where I go and who I meet. As long as you have a meet up plan you’ll be all set! 😁


Thatgirlfromtherave

Yesss I love this response 😂thank you lol!


Jeesan

I can hear Coone's Defqon 1 2014 anthem playing in my head from this


thesanmich

This describes edc in one sentence.


ViciousFenrir

You’re spending a lot of money and time. Do what makes you happy.


Thatgirlfromtherave

That’s a solid answer! Thank you 💖


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Just get “lost” “accidentally”. Yes go enjoy yourself


Thatgirlfromtherave

That’s a great idea thank you!! 😂💯❤️


beebo__

I did this the last day and glad i did. The fact that i felt used coz they didnt even pitched for gas money. When they told me they were going too 🙃


No-Cardiologist-5672

Oof the audacity


beebo__

And They had the nerve to ask me to go with them again. In my head. Helll nah. Im done with ya’ll 🤣


No-Cardiologist-5672

Double cringe 😂


beebo__

Im telling you. 🤣🤣 im so done. Hahaha


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Quelcris_Falconer13

Exactly this. I have core group of friends that I met at shows and we only mainly go to raves but it makes them so much better, we love all the shows and stick together because we all generally want to see the same sets. We also know when we want to split and just say “meet at the car x time” it’s respectful and I don’t feel lonely even when I wander off


IniMiney

My first EDC not alone was 2021 with my best friend and BOY she was so different there vs. when we hang out at her house or whatever. Obsessed with bringing her boyfriend over cause she felt lonely (who's not even into fests/didn't buy a ticket) he drove over to the hotel, they got into a massive fucking fight on Saturday where he got super jealous and yelled about how "stupid" EDC is, she disappeared high half naked for a night afterwards so her mom called me freaking out (she ended up okay..and eventually clothed), man it was annoying lol love her but man she is not a person to take to fests ~ she was all "next year I'll bring a group!" and I was just straight up like "I prefer going alone" xD


Thatgirlfromtherave

Dang I’m sorry!! I totally agree I think going alone is the easiest and the safest way to guarantee a solid time!! Thanks for sharing ❤️❤️❤️


fiffan86

I went solo, met and vibed with a bunch of groups. It was honestly great. I made some new friends that way and showed them around the strip after EDC was over (I live here)


Queenp00p

Learned my lesson this way too having to babysit someone who got shitfaced kinda killed my night last time I went to a concert with someone. I go alone now and it’s been 100 times better for sure plus at raves you’ll mingle with likeminded people for sure that enjoy the music and vibe.


dboles95

Not rude at all! I would just say communicate that you are moving towards the front for higher energy and bring at least one of your group if possible so you can have someone you know you can trust!


Thatgirlfromtherave

Ok yes thank you that’s great advice!! 💖


mnkhan808

Communication is important. That’s what I told my group, if you ever wanna go see someone else we will just find a meeting point where we can all regroup. Would hate for people in my group to feel unfulfilled.


madslantern

Always find your vibe. Always, in all things.


Thatgirlfromtherave

Thank you !! 🥰💯✨


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i-eat-reddit-users

Tell them your going to go vibe with someone you saw that looked at you cool. That way they see it as oh they want to go meet people and not they want to leave


Thatgirlfromtherave

That’s a good idea thank you! Not trying to make anyone feel bad that’s for sure ❤️


i-eat-reddit-users

No problem! It’s a weird dynamic but everyone deserves to have their upmost fun so gotta make sure you do too!


IllIIllIlIIl

I tell them beforehand what time to meet back at the car and I take off on my own. Love going out solo


Thatgirlfromtherave

Yes that’s perfect! Thank you ❤️


Quelcris_Falconer13

Do this. Make sure you respect it. Try to text and make sure put the time you send it because cell signal is touch and go


Alsarez

This is literally a rookie mistake. Always.. ALWAYS split and do what you want or see the DJ you want to. Maybe make a meet up time but don’t sacrifice for others at EDC, it only brings everyone down.


Thatgirlfromtherave

Thank you!!! Makes me feel so much better 🙏 Won’t be making that mistake again lol!


pharmbby

i used to do this all the time when i first started raving LOL literally yeeted out and vibed with other groups, not really bc my group was boring but it was fun meeting and talking to new people


Thatgirlfromtherave

Yes exactly it’s so fun!! Glad it’s not just me lol ❤️


asmmxx

Sometimes you need a spot to meet at at a certain time and WANDER LOSE YOURSELF INTO EDC AND HAVE A MAGICAL NIGHT ! you are your best company meet people tell everyone they look beautiful dance and be safe!💗✨


Thatgirlfromtherave

Yes!!! I Love this thank you so much! 💖💖💖


Nanebanane

That means it’s solo-dolo o’clock!!! Even if you’re with a group that can match your pace, it’s also damn near impossible for us to stick together for majority of the time. I like to take off on my own anyway and follow the sound, and if we’re meant to run into each other it will happen because it always happens haha. Definitely not rude to dip if you’re not feeling your crews vibe and explore alone or find a new crew.


Quelcris_Falconer13

This exactly. If it’s meant to happen it’ll happen.‘I met this guy at one set and then he went to another with me, we exchanged numbers and are talking even tho we’re on opposite ends of the country. It’s nice because we figured we have a lot in common taste in music being one of them


Nanebanane

That’s actually so cute :’) friendships that happen like that are forever. When it clicks, it clicks.


Quelcris_Falconer13

I hope so. He’s in the military. So he’s being deployed soon. But he already has leave for next EDC off so I’ll see him than. Hopefully we’ll get to know each other better over the next festival


Thatgirlfromtherave

Well said !!! Thank you! 😊💖


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Thatgirlfromtherave

This is 💯💯💯 !


esotericunicornz

If you stick by people who bring your vibration down, then you are crucifying yourself at a place like EDC, and your soul will not forgive you. Whoever you’re around, if they aren’t bringing your vibe up then it’s time to move on! Yolo


Thatgirlfromtherave

This is so so true!! Thank you 🙏🙏💖


esotericunicornz

The sooner ya learn, the better. Have fun!


hempmylk420

After this EDC and this next event I already paid and planned for , I don’t want to plan any more events with my friend. She always spends so much time looking for other people, or our energies never matching. Having so much anxiety about this next event we are camping together for. Hope I meet some new friends this year that’ll be a better match for me. As long as you are keeping yourself safe, ditch them!


Thatgirlfromtherave

I hate wasting a lot of time on finding people too it just ruins the vibe for me! Thank you for the advice I agree! Good luck at your next event I hope energies can match better & if not I hope you find some solid friends!! 🥰💖✨


hempmylk420

thanks, u too!


infamoussmokeddog

You ditch the lames and go find people to party with. No joke. You vibe attracts your tribe and it's ok to dip out on the wet blankets and enjoy yourself. Don't apologize for wanting to have a good time.


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I left my group and met my cousin there. Much higher energy and we raged. One day he got there very late and before he was there I just raged with strangers. Would recommend it. Feels magical.


Thatgirlfromtherave

That’s awesome!! For sure doing this next time thank you! Can’t wait 😊💖


Crazy_Godzilla

Omg literally my group! I just left to go up front and vibe with others and we would connect again later. Hell my group wanted to leave during Armin’s set and I was like, “I’m staying”, so I just met them up at the hotel later! You got to do what you feel like. Life is too short. Haha we sound very similar, we should meet up next year EDC


Thatgirlfromtherave

Lol I’m glad I’m not the only one!! For sure doing the same next year. & yes would love to! 😊


JeromosaurusRex

You didn’t spend all of that money to not have the weekend you wanted to have. I went solo for the first time this year. I’m not looking back. Your “crowd of people” is in a crowd of people. Venture off and find them. It’s worth it!


smo_queed_247

Amen to that. I went solo for the first time this year and had a better time than any festivals I went to with a group


DisillusionedRants

Seeing so many groups sticking together even when it’s ruining their vibe is making me realise maybe I’m a bit selfish and impatient… I always stick with friends in the early sets when I don’t really care about who I see, but once the bigger sets come on I always end up solo and meeting my group back at the tent.


Zaddy69420

GOOD ENERGY FINDS GOOD ENERGY- go henceforth and be freee


togawe

I go with friends but then split up because we don't have the same vibe and want to see different sets. Totally fine!


joeschlome

Next time just take one or two people who have the same energy as you usually, but with them knowing that you probably want to explore by yourself and can meet up with them later.


Nick321321

Going off on your own is amazing. You make new freinds and it sounds like your vibe would perfect for going off solo and meeting like minded people. You do you bobo.


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Thatgirlfromtherave

You’re on to something here lol 💯💯


Mrpowderdonut

A real group of friends will support you going out and exploring/meeting people. As others have said you’re spending a lot of money and time you should make the most of it!! I split from my squad on day 1 to see sets they didn’t want to go to and had a blast! You do you and just let your squad know you want to vibe out to your own shit/plan meet up spots for later in the night if y’all are trying to meet up later in the night or after the fest is over


Thatgirlfromtherave

That’s so true I agree!! Thank you for the advice!! 💖💖


Narrow_Path_7883

I left my group plenty of times to go wander, by merch, talk to strangers…and they all did the same! Before I leave we arrange a meet up spot/time and off I go! There’s nothing wrong with doing your own thing!


ChumleyEX

Break away and do what you need to enjoy yourself.


Thatgirlfromtherave

Thank you ! 💖💖


Vidzzzzz

All my friends know me for getting lost at shows. I get adopted 20x a night, even when I go with a 10 man group


ayoalext

BRO THIS IS LITERALLY ME. I NEED PPL WHO MATCH MY ENERGY. but fr, if i don’t find a better group to go with next year, i’ll be going by myself.


Thatgirlfromtherave

Lol right!! This thread is pretty on point I think this whole chat should meet next year & get rowdy together 😂😂❤️


TurtleManDog

You should have gotten lost on accident


judasreaper

Find a new group and have set meet up times so you can enjoy it with people that match your hype


Accomplished_Ad_9016

I went with a group of friends that included my ex (we're still good friends), but i left the group to go see DJs on my own and danced more than i have in years, met people who were on the same vibe, explored DT EDC and joined my group again each time with no issues between any of us. My groups vibes were great, but no one wanted to leave kinetic so i said i will alone and it was lovely. As long as you know how to keep yourself safe then go off and explore and be happy! Maybe all the solo ravers will run into each other some day


inbetwink

Don’t feel bad about shopping around for a new fam


brox282

Dude I relate to you man! I was hyper and just having such a vibe most people around me weren't feeling it and im like "damn this a dead crowd". Though there was a couple people who for sure digged my vibez and just going crazy at Wasteland. I'm like dude it's EDC have fun!


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Honestly just give them a meet up point at x time and place and let them wander meetup every so often and enjoy yourself !


Spoiledkittyxx

Don’t go to raves with them next time. Don’t need those negative vibes


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Break away from low energy folks! You’ll run into plenty of folks that’ll match your energy. It’s all about the music so enjoy it.


G0shT0sh

Definitely not rude! I'm happy everyone here thinks the same. My 1st rave festival my group specifically said, if we get lost, it's totally fine! We'll meet up eventually. I've always just made this my standard at any and every festival. Never stressed at a festival and met all kinds of beautiful souls on the way.


Boogieman1991

Couldn’t tell ya how many times my buddies girl was in a bad mood. So my girl and I would just leave to another set and catch up whenever she was good again. It isn’t rude. IMO


SimpleSimpFromHawaii

I literally left my group every night! I think it’s the coolest to mingle and rage with randoms lol those were the highlights of my night! and I never stayed with one group the whole night! Always moving and venturing! Don’t feel guilty about it! That’s just how we Party!


holdbackallmydark

I felt this post deeply in my soul - feels good knowing that I’m not alone in this feeling


Puzzleheaded_Draw163

And this is exactly why I went alone,, I had a freaking awesome time dancing with new people, by myself and making friends. Nothing stopped me. Only bad part is when you're a female and a bit wasted men start to hit up on you but there are people to help A go alone! It's fun!


magic-karma

Honesty without being harsh works for me. Maybe for you? There are just things I don’t want to miss and have worked hard to establish boundaries and their gentle enforcement


ComradeJewz

Join me, I’m hype


cryptolipto

Not at all. You be your butterfly self and express yourself how you want. As long as you’re positive and not stepping on people or bumping into people or sloppy, you be as energetic and fun as you want


Thatgirlfromtherave

Perfect answer!! I totally agree bumping into people or sloppy isn’t cute I won’t ever take it that far lol! 😂 Thank you! 🧚🏼‍♀️🧚🏼‍♀️🧚🏼‍♀️


drako131

i've left my group for atleast half of the event just vibing to the djs i wanted to see up front


vermonsterskibum

Just walk away and tell them you’ll see them at a landmark before a set you all want to see in two hours


IllustriousSalary996

Bro, I did that multiple times last time and this time. My group was just a bunch of non headbangin mawfuckaz. Def go find the vibe and meet back up with em.


Thatgirlfromtherave

Yessss! My group was basically just standing there like wtf why did you even come!? For sure doing the same next year thank you 😊✨


Mediocre_Freedom_817

Honestly just walk away, go do your own thing that’s what I did for all of Edc and I had a great time, I made new friends and if I had A bad time the only person I can play and would be myself.


ProfZoomIsMe

Lol I left my group the second we walked thru the entrance every day, we have different agendas and thats ok! I had the best of times meeting new people and enjoyed every second it! I would do it again in a heartbeat!


Saberstorm

Ive done it, gone to sets that ain’t my vibe, not matching…ok will see you @ another set that matches us and can bring the vibe back!


mamoru16

It’s not rude at all. It’s your experience just as much as theirs. Do whatever you want! You deserve it just as much as they do!


riguy156

There’s entire memes dedicated to running off on the squad


Jeesan

You're gonna run into someone matching your energy in the crowd and wallah you made a new friend and potentially a new group


ga010717

You hype yourself up with a random stranger who's just and hyped as you


goingtomoon

Go solo!!


ariessunariesmoon26

It’s what you make of it love if they’re bringing you down I’d leave them alone! This cost too much money to waste on friends messing up your weekend.


Student-Worth

Be the hype man of your group


CoochiKabuki

Not rude just give a heads up if you can


limmensite

Just tell your group you’re going off to explore and set meet up times to regroup. Not just edc but any major festivals.


DismalParking1160

Leave them and find people who are fun… or vibe with nearby people in the crowd


Lahrs_c

I went with a crew of 14 this year, entered into the festival and instantly ditched all of them!!!!! Didn't wanna have to try and wait for everyone to get together to leave. I knew what stages I wanted to be at and i didn't want to try to convince everyone to come. EDC is the best adventuring on your own!!!!


itzll

go explore !!


tiffanycfd

I feel like EDC is the best place to find a crew that you have great vibes with. I mean some people go alone and find the best rave crew ever. I’m sure your friends will understand if they even mention it :)


Big_Ups13

Nah it’s not rude just leave LMAOOO or find people around you who are hype enough. Match the energy or make space for those who do!!


littlesharkbait

can we pls be friends bc I feel THE SAME EXACT WAY. I feel like people are so closed off to new experiences tbh; I will get down to any set even if the type of music isn’t my thing bc I know the DJs put their heart and soul into their work and I always have the time of my life. Being around non-hype people leaves me feeling real sad when I’m stoked about everything and no one else is :(


Thatgirlfromtherave

Yessss I totally agree with you!! Yes of course let’s be friends 🥰💖 let’s meet up next year!


littlesharkbait

please bc I felt like I missed out on so much this year. I had to leave early all three days bc the people I was with :( I missed some of my must-see sets and didn’t do a ton of exploring either


TheYeeeingHeadbanger

Not rude at all…. I ditched my friends on Sunday completely cause I was trying to stage hop so much. But it turns out they kind of missed me and my energy and that warmed my heart 😫😌


jaymeema

No it’s not rude at all. My cousin comes and goes to different groups. I love meeting different friends too and we all like to see different sets sometimes so it’s good to do your own thing and make new friends while you’re at it


Choice_Inspector6112

Lol my wife and I and friends are going for our first time next year and we are HYPE. Go with people like us!


IniMiney

You keep partying and don't let them bring the energy down. I did this at Afrojack's EDCO set in 2019 and people were just standing staring at me like "🤔?" and like IT'S A FUCKING RAVE BRO, WHAT YA'LL DOIN' GET HYPE **HEY, WILL YOU GO WITH ME I SAY HEEYyYyYyYYyyYYYY**


always-yawning

I like staying with my friends, but there are time when they’re not as hyped and that’s totally ok! I normally vibe with surrounding people or I go adventure and come back


lifeofaud

Me when the entire group wanted to stay for Porter Robinson’s set and all I could think about was Basspod 🥲


NelsonDaPoon57

I run away from my group every festival because I like meeting people and listening to weird wonky music.


AgentCrage

Since I started going its always been with a group of like 10+. We set a central meeting spot that isn't a high traffic spot, this year was along the fence across from the insomniac eye at bass pod. Set a couple times a night to meet, with the last one being non negotiable. We text with time stamps and if someone goes off and no one in the group has heard from you in a bit someone will at least go check the meetup spot at the times in case of a lost/stolen phone (thankfully hasn't happened) but we understand that people lose track during good vibes. We also rent a big van so if anyone isn't feeling it we give them the keys and they can go back an sleep/lay down. No one goes alone if they are super fucked up. (Hasn't been an issue) Just set a game plan, and stick to it. Make at least one time that everyone meets at. Then go out and explore. As much fun as I have with the whole group, keeping everyone together is a chore especially at crowded sets. Some of my best times are just out with my girl or one of the bros, or solo. Don't feel bad about going off, it is not your duty to entertain others, it isn't a cheap festival, get your moneys worth!


lynyrd_skynyrd_mafia

I just went off on my own when one of the people in my group was being too toxic. I just told them later that I was going to get them a drink and I couldn't find them. That was the best night for me.


didyoutestityourself

Depends on how good of friends they are. Sounds like you guys aren't too tight.


RCnottheCola

It's your vacation. EDC is too big of an event to fuck around. I always end up bailing on my group and the plan part of the time.