Simply put, EDC was a magical experience! Insomniac surely delivered on their promise to provide a once in a lifetime experience to stimulate all of your senses. I often found myself standing in the sea of people in awe and memorized by the fantastic lights and the humming from the speakers! My field of expertise is the event industry and I have to say that I was impressed by the flow, ease and organization of the event itself. The fact that lines were never too too long (there will ALWAYS be lines, people) and getting most places was fairly fast, gets a check mark in book for awesomeness. With 100K+ people, this is not an easy feat, but Insomniac pulled it off flawlessly in my experience. Now onto production and line up! As I said, being within the events industry, I was amazed at the staging, rigging, lighting, props and sound! There are 8 stages and each were evenly placed just so that when the sound of one stage would be drifting into the night desert air, you'd pick up the next stage's sound in an instant. There was no competition for sound and everything seemed to flow nicely. Line up was awesome. There's something for anyone with an interest in EDM. Between the 8 stages, you will find most genres on EDM and the crowd to go with it. You could dance with the angels at Kinetic Field or down with the devils at BassCon, either way there was something to tickle your fancy and get your feet moving. My music interests are very widespread and I've been to many types of concerts, however you will never encounter a better crowd then the EDM folks. Call it hippie dippie, but I love me some PLUR. If someone bumps into you or steps on your toe, you can guarantee you will get a hug or at least a sincere apology. Exchanging kandi is always a fun way to meet new people and have an interesting conversation. If you find yourself 30k people deep in the crowd and uh-oh; you're out of water... yep, you bet some random stranger dancing next to you will give you a sip or even their whole bottle! Dressing up is a huge part of culture at EDC... and the more creative, the better! You can theme it up with a group of friends or be a unique individual. Nothing is too far fetched for EDC. It's fun taking pictures with outrageous costumes and it's an awesome compliment when people want to take pictures with you! The only negative thing I would say about EDC- which really isn't apart of the actual event - is the cell phone reception. It's terrible, if not non-existent. I could very well do without my phone for a few hours a day and actually prefer it, however it's definitely an inconvenience when you lose a certain friend EVERY single night you are there and you can't get a hold of them when you've arrived at your designated meeting spots. Which brings me to a pro tip- meeting spots. Definitely designate meeting spots and times within the event. This will save you the hassle, worry and drama of losing a friend for the entire night. Also, DO NOT choose the iconic giant daisy as meeting spot, as it sits on rotating platform and is always shifting. Lastly, traffic and parking has DRASTICALLY improved. I recommend if you've got a group... take a limo. We were in and out of EDC to and from the strip in 30-45 minutes top! If you're looking for more of a party vibe, you can opt for the shuttles. That's always a fun way to meet new people and you get a direct route across the Air Force base. However, if you've got the means, the ultimate way to arrive at EDC is by helicopter. Don't worry, it's only about $2400 a person for the weekend ;) made available through Maverick Aviation, details at electricdaisycarnival.com read more

EDC is now at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, and while far away from the strip & from where it all began in Los Angeles, the speedway makes EDC actually feel like a carnival for once. There's plenty of rides, a lot of space to dance around, and production sets for every genre available. It's open from dusk till dawn (no 2AM curfew nonsense like in LA). The only downsides to having it in Vegas is the weather as it does get extremely hot, but purchase a $10 Insomniac bottle and get free water all night! Insomniac was also smart enough to put cool down rooms which usually hold the motor cars. 2nd year running, and Insomniac did learn from last year. Parking can still be worked on -- so here's to 3rd times a charm! This is what the future of EDM is all about. Some will hate it & some will love it, but in the end -- it is what it is & people will still go to it no matter what. You can cry and moan, but you'll be that 1 in a million staying at home while everyone is having fun! Big ups to Markus & Armin for saving Saturday EDC 2012. That storm was uneventful, but what can you do when Mother Nature is giving a bitch fit =P read more

Based on EDC 2015 Sunday. My first and (maybe last) EDC experience. I went with a group that went the last two years (all three days) but this year around they only decided to do one day of EDC. Let me tell you, one day was enough for me. Maybe it was because of the pool parties and the vegas nightlife in the duration of that weekend. Or maybe it was just me.. but I was super exhausted after just ONE DAY here. There are wayyyyyy too many people here. But then again, it's a damn rave. I'm in my mid twenties and I even feel super old being around this crowd (no offense to those older than me). I'm already anti-social so I pretty much hated the crowd here. Sorry, no PLUR from this girl... All I remember: lights, fireworks, and a shitload of dancing. At least I was able to enjoy the music - gotta get out of my comfort zone once in a while. Was able to catch some sets - all of them were pretty good. Lots of dancing. I mainly went for Galantis, who happened to be the last performance of EDC 2015. Perfect way to end it - I must say. Seeing the sunrise while your favorite dudes are playing ... priceless. Leaving the area was a bitch. Even bitchier than getting into the damn place. Maybe it's cause I'm used to going to chill music festivals and not raves. Or maybe I needed to go to all three days instead of just one.. But EDC is not the place for me... read more

Let me just start off by saying there is nothing that will come close to edc in LA. EDC is the type of event i think everyone should experience at least once in their lives. My first Electric Daisy was last year at the Coluseum (no not my first one I have been attending these "festivals" for a couple of years) and since then I have pretty much planned my year around it! Yes its that amazing!!! This year I was able to get the three day pass this year which was definitely. The lineup was great although I was most impressed by a little dj named SKRILLEX!!! He completely blew the whole festival away with a crowd even bigger than other names like Guetta and Tiesto. He will definetly be needing a bigger stage in the future! ATB also put on a fantastic set on the last day, Sunday. As far as parking lines etc... its a music festival people if you want to avoid the hassle stop complaining and go VIP! The entire setup this year was way better than last because of the size of the venue. There was no problems at all getting to the stages unlike last year... The reason I wont give this event 5 stars is because of the horrible vibes. People were rude and not friendly at all! Every festival I have attended in California has delivered a very open friendly family-like atmosphere UNLIKE Vegas I really hope we see another Electric Daisy LA in the near future ... until then VEGAS it is! read more

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It's seriously not a lie when people tell you it's a once in a lifetime kind of expiernece! My advice to new goers it to arrive early to beat the lines and traffic and take a hydration pack. Ride as many rides as you can while lines are short read more

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I've been twice and I LOVE IT. 2011 and 2015 :) There's just so much good music every night! You can choose too, if you want to be up in the bleachers watching the crowd, or getting hot and dirty in the pit! The free carnival rides have long lines, but it's the best time to make new friends, and considering how friendly most people are, it's an amazing time. The fireworks will ruin you for NYE fireworks for life because they are so spectacular and so long-lasting. If you get lost from your friends someone will certainly be your friend, and if you stay with your group, get ready for bonding :) read more

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This was my first EDC and words could not do it justice. I'll try to describe the magnificence of this experience but would encourage anyone even slightly interested to try it for yourselves. They say it's a party under the electric sky, I would rate it with all those stars under that electric sky based on actually being there and the good times and memories that came from the experience. Super heavy traffic (expect several hours each way) to and from and ungodly drink prices will test your patience but I think with a little know how from this year, I might be able to reduce the traffic pain next year (see my tips below). The drink prices, $16 for a Margherita or $10 for just a shot, we'll there is nothing I can do about that. But to be fair, they didn't nick name Las Vegas "Lost Wages" for nothing. Now that I got the whining out of the way, picture the best nightclub you have ever been too. Now picture being in a club about 100 times more awesome than that with room for way more people raving and having the time of their lives. Now picture 7 stages, all that AWESOME with fireworks, light shows, lasers, water cannons, art cars, carnival rides, beautiful people dressed in amazing costumes! It is sensory overload at its finest. There were times sitting in the car that I said I'll never return but now that I am home and it all sank in. I will definitely be going back next year. Observations: 1, Leave a bit early, it starts at 7pm, leave at 5:30 and the traffic isn't so bad. 2, Even though the traffic seems worse at the first parking exits, the first lot is the closest to the exit. 3, Don't be afraid to walk far from your car to the event, the longer the walk, the less the drive and you don't want to be caught in the exodus traffic. 4, Don't forget to PARTY! See you next year under the electric sky! read more

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When he invited me to EDC, I was simultaneously excited and terrified. Excited because there was probably always a hidden raver in me that could finally be unleashed but terrified that I wouldn't fit in - Am I too old for this? How can I wear those "clothes" that barely cover anything? Will I be pressured to do things I might not feel comfortable with? Will his friends think I'm sheltered and a terrible dancer? As I've gotten older, I've learned to take more chances and do what feels right. And so I bought my flight and showed up in the burning Las Vegas heat. Due to my schedule, I was only able to attend two days, which was plenty for me. We stayed right by one of the shuttle locations, which made it much more convenient. I was blown away by the visual and audio stimulation I was feeling as soon as I got off the shuttle. The lights, stages, booths, music, carnival attractions, and other festival goers were so much fun. One of the reasons I've always avoided music festivals is because of the porta potties. I made the mistake of not staying hydrated because I was too scared of having to use the bathroom. I did succeed in only having to use the porta potty one time over an 9 hour period but I suffered so much the next day from dehydration that it was definitely not worth it. Lesson learned. I do wish it wasn't so hot and it was after midnight before I felt the asphalt had finally cooled down enough to sit down without burning my butt. I love the vibe of the entire event. People were so welcoming and friendly. I am not really into EDM and I hadn't even really realized how different various styles could be. Who we saw was somewhat of a blur for me but I do know that I enjoyed it very much. So much that I forgot to care about how ridiculous I looked in the crop top and short shorts. So much that I didn't care if everyone could see that I was a terrible dancer. It was a night when I learned to be present and to accept surprises as they come. I was exhausted for several days after that weekend but when I think about it now, I find myself with a big smile. read more

This is the mecca of EDM events in North America. It was everything I hoped it would be and more. Seeing everyone's costumes made me want to dress up despite the 100 degree weather and being out in the desert. All of the DJ's performed amazing sets on unbelievable stages. I would go again in a heartbeat. They had vendors everywhere to feed you and supply beverages. If you brought a camel back you fill it up for free. All of the staff were very nice and respectful. My only concern was the shuttles. There were multiple shuttles but the Village Lot was probably the worst. The first night we waited about 4hrs just to get on the shuttle. Once on, it took another 30-40mins to get there. Overall, its best to drive or get an Uber/Lyft. read more

Electric Daisy Carnival is not just a destination, a place, a celebration, a setting, or a music festival. It's a life changing experience, an adventure... a magical wonderland! It was an ethereal, surreal journey. This year EDC is my first and I would not change it in any other way because of the memories we created together with friends and the new. So much fun/cool experience! There is no way I can describe EDC because you have to be there in order to feel the experience with other 350,000+ people. The goods: -The largest rave in America stretched out approx. 1.5-2 miles apart with over 350,000+ attendees. Holy. -Spectacular decors and stage set ups. I loved the Kinetic Field set up the most! That celestial castle mimicked Little Mermaid's castle of gold or Disney's Sleeping Beauty castle or some form of cathedral structure! Very remarkable and incredible. THE LIGHT INSTALLATIONS ARE PHENOMENAL! Now I can understand why Insomniac spent over $35 million dollars+ toward the productions. -It goes from dusk to sunrise. -Free water, but the line can be cruel-some. Stay hydrated please! -65+ carnival rides are fun to ride with your friends and make good memories. -The artists! Hardwell, Tiesto, Calvin Harris, Dash, Avicii, Kaskade, Carnage, Alesso, and all of the biggest EDM DJs you know. -You'll meet some of the friendliest people on the planet. I got to PLUR with some of amazing new friends! -THE FIREWORKS. -The bads: -Beer is overpriced.. $8 for a can of Budlight? -No cell signal, so don't rely on catching receptions. Bring some walkie talkies. -Parking. It's the worst when trying to get out of Speedway. -Traffic. It takes minimum of 45 minutes to 4 hours to get to the carnival from the Strip. -Running out of toilet papers in the rest rooms, so bring some for yourself. All in all, I had the best experience with friends I will forever cherish! This is something everyone in their 20s should experience once in their lifetime. Thank you Pasquale Rotella, CEO and Founder of Insomniac Productions, for making this happen every year. It was literally the BEST WEEKEND OF MY LIFE surrounded with good and positive vibes. Rolling bowling balls. Awesome kandis. Oh my gawd, awesome DJs. PLUR. Sleep is for the weak. #insomiac. EAT SLEEP RAVE REPEAT! See you next year under the electric sky! read more

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"Wouldn't go again, one-time thing for me. But it was amazing." That was what I wrote in my July 4, 2013 draft. Now, with 2015 upcoming and both 2013 and 2014 under my belt, I can honestly admit that I am addicted to a thing called EDC. Little did I know. The addiction to EDM began in middle school with my ears tuned to Daft Punk and random trance DJs (with the title "DJ" in their stage name) as my gaming soundtrack. Throughout college, I diversified my playlist with Jpop, Kpop, and Apop (American pop?), settling on Top 40 as my favorite "genre." As EDM began hitting the charts, the addicting dance beats made for an easy switch on the radio. Once I experienced EDC, my first rave ever, I made the switch for life. Why can I not deny EDC? One, line-up. It's a massive line-up with genres spanning as far as the ears can hear. Though Insomniac has launched EDC worldwide, the original EDC (technically born in LA then moved to LV) attracts the best names for the most massive rave. Plus, going to EDC opened my ears to so many amazing artists I had never heard of back then. Without EDC, I wouldn't have met Tritonal. And then where would I be? btw why the heck hasn't Tritonal come back to EDC since 2013!?!?!?!!11!?! Two, nighttime. Holding a rave from 6:30pm to 5:30am means attendees can rage in the sweltering desert heat that is Las Vegas while minimizing their chances of dying from heat stroke or dehydration (but bring a Camelbak, or at least buy their reusable $10 Insomniac canteen that's good to use at any Insomniac event). And, since it's Vegas in the summer, the nighttime is still pretty dang hot, meaning you can frolick around close-to-naked without getting a really nasty sunburn. Also, LASERS. And fireworks. And light shows. Pew pew. Three, venue. It's huge. 2013 had 6 stages, and 2015 has who knows how many. While borrowing a speedway means you can't construct a building of bathrooms (read: Coachella), it's super sweet chillin' on the bleachers while listening to amazing music and observing the unparalleled landscape that is EDC. Now, there are some downsides. One, this ain't Coachilla. It's a rave. You're going to be fist-pumping, ground-stomping, booty-popping for a good few hours. You will be tired. Do not overachieve and try to fit in Vegas day clubs. Eat, sleep, rave, repeat. That is all you should do. Wear some good shoes, remember your Etymotics, activate the read receipt function on your phone, replenish with protein, drink stimulants (coffee) instead of depressants (alcohol), and save actual Vegas for another day. Two, actual Vegas. Vegas is expensive. Airlines and hotels start jacking up prices once Insomniac releases dates a year in advance. The event ticket itself costs $350+. I did some calculating and found that, excluding food and drinks, EDC 2013 cost me $600--we rented a house with a huge group instead of hotels, and our group drove instead of flew. EDC 2014 cost me $800, with extra costs coming from my flights and rental car (avoiding the drive from NorCal? worth it) and the hotel (everyone guaranteed a comfy bed and room service? worth it). Now, for 2015, I've somehow managed to keep it down to around $800 by diligently tracking flight prices and booking a hotel off the Strip. So, EDC is not cheap...but it's totally worth it. Three, traffic. Oh my gawd, the traffic. There are only so many roads that connect the Strip to the northeast corner of Las Vegas...two, to be exact, which then merge into one. It gets more congested than my sinuses in the springtime. Our first year, we pulled the park-as-close-as-possible-to-the-exit trick, which sacrifices a half-mile of walking to the speedway entrances for the benefit of being closer to the parking lot exit. But with the rapidly increasing number of attendees, the traffic is unavoidable. Last year, the standstill at our parking lot exit was so bad that we parked a few feet away from the line and napped for 30 minutes to help the time go by. This year, I had to cave in, skip the car, and do the shuttle. If I'm going to be stuck in traffic, at least I'm going to knock out on the painfully slow drive home. Review #400 = EDC. EDC = life-changing. Honestly, I wanted to save EDC for review #500, but ain't nobody got time for me to write an additional 100 reviews. Plus, I'm saving all that patience for EDC 2016 ;) read more

Fail of an event. You guys promised us that the bleachers were going to be opened up for main stage, you did not deliver. You guys promised that shuttle service and everything will be smoother, you failed. Traffic actually took longer than last year's. Also time slots? What's up with giving great DJs like Sander van Doorn 30 minute time slots? Stop spending so much money on production and focus it around on logistics and talent. read more

Basically 3 nights of no sleep, and this phrase stays true, "eat, sleep, rave, and repeat." . People at the festival are friendly, each one for them are unique in their own way. Love each ravers thoughtful wardrobes and the time they put into their outfits to stand out from the crowd. Most of the people i bump into the festival are positive and ready to make new friends and share their creative positive minds with you. When there is an connection, thats when they trade kandis with their unique one word on the kandi bracelet. Of course my candy are marked with a daisy on it and a negative word lol. . To make this festival more fun- i created a theme for each day, so it helped myself easier to pack for a different outfit for each night. Some fun ones i did this past festival is pink friday inspired by nick minaj. "lets get weird Saturday" which was all tie dye, rainbow, inspired by pray for orlando. "Sunday Chill" with an emoji expressing it is time to #chill on the tank top. One day for shopping, one day for sewing, glueing, and designing, putting it all together. . meeting is impossible, why? no reception inside and it is spotty as well. Just put your phone on airplane mode and take all the snapchats you want then upload them when your near or back to the strip. Another thing i like to do is use my phone for selfies with random cool people and friends. . A tip to meet up is Just find a place with a number by the garages or big art piece that doesn't move or change colors to meet up, otherwise you will never meet up. . Shuttle pass! - This is so wroth it, every time i go to EDC. i don't want to be sober or having to worry whose going to stay sober and drive, and have to worry and stress about it all. Average to 30 bucks round trip per day which is like 15 bucks each way. This way saves you more money than taking an uber, which i did for the first night which is 30 one way trip, which is cheap in my opinion. . A tip for shuttle bus - leave latest 4am to 430am to catch the shuttle back without having to fight crowds or wait long lines when it is 5am in the morning. i swear i experienced it once this year where i left at 5am and didn't go back home til 8am so yea 3 hrs of BS. . Your shuttle pass works with all shuttle stops so don't worry about if you bought a pass specifically for the linq stop and etc. . Your wrist band is your ticket. Do not fiddle around with it when you first get it til you are ready to wear it. The wrist band is not adjustable once you pull it to the certain size, it stays like that. Don't make it too tight and please leave room for it to move around. Also if you accidentally make it too tight before wearing it or what so ever is does cost 40 bucks to replace it. the wristband has to be on the wrist, can not hold on to it or half way through the hand, because they will send you back to the box office which is in cesar palace to replace it before letting you into the festival. . Be ready to get padded down and your bags emptied depending who searches them. Bring one of those plastic pouches with a nozzle on it for your water when you get inside. those are my life saver when i was dehydrated. your can get one of those from the dollar store but mines was from yelp of course. Also them 7 dollar lemonade stands inside is pretty amazing and refreshing! big bang for the buck, but theres plenty of ice in it so its nice and cold! . Make sure you have your id because they will check it for entry each day. As well make sure wear comfy shoes because you will be standing all night long. Bring a towel or shawl to lay down on the grass if you plan to lay down. tis not cold in the morning so no need to bring a light coat or jacket unless you really do get cold. . Big tip - if you have monday morning 6am flight - you can still attend festival but need to leave the festival by 3am if your taking the shuttle, then straight back to your room get your stuff, quick change and straight to the airport to check in your luggage 45 mins ahead, otherwise you will miss your flight, its like fighting with the time. . Thanks for reading, remember to eat whatever you want, sleep all you can, and party hard! read more

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Since I've been to EDC at all 3 venues its been held at for the last how many years, I think I can give an accurate description of EDC this year. This was my 6th EDC, and yes, throughout the years, Pasquale has upped the massive scene. To go from a 1 day to a 3 day event, with now 7 stages is a huge leap. The lighting is better, the sound quality is better, it still amazes me that the music barely overlaps when walking in between three stages. The lineup is comparable to UMF and even better than most Euro events. There's a stage for everyone's taste, even a pop/hip hop stage. But the cons outweigh the pros to me now to the point where I have officially stated that this EDC will be my last. Its cool that they are able to fit all those stages and everything and everyone in the motor speedway, but the layout is just retarded. They should have done the same as the coliseum in LA and utilized the bleachers for the main stage instead of using a small section of bleachers for the Carl Cox stage which was actually hard to find unless you're just walking in. The main stage was cool, and although it was kind of lame that VIP ticket holders were set up at the very back and end of the stage, we still had a great view of the stage. My favorite stage was circuit grounds though with the VIP area on the side. But another one of the cons to me would definitely have to be the difference in ticket prices. I get that the EDC show has grown in the last few years, but the ticket prices have jumped so high, especially when the tickets sell out and the capacity is so much higher. And the amenities included in VIP tickets has gone down by so much. They used to have an open vodka bar for VIP ticket holders, and then it became just water, and now all you really get is a separate area with a terrible bathroom situation and a few benches to sit on. So the shuttle, I really don't understand. You're supposed to buy a shuttle pass, which I didn't buy since my VIP ticket was comped, but I still got on the shuttle..? Not sure how that worked. I only went on Sunday, so my friends who had already gone the first 2 days said that leaving early was your best bet on getting back safely and as quick as possible. Thank God we left early and hopped on the shuttle, because later we were told that there were riots and people starting fires, and it took about 3 hours total for waiting in line for the shuttle and the ride back. Its just too much of a mission. They need to put less money into stilt walkers and theatrics and more into training the people that work there. I know that the people working there are probably speedway workers or hired just for the night, so really, they don't know WTF you're talking about when you say, "Which way is Cosmic Meadow?" but why pay these people if they're seriously f**king useless. I really loved EDC here in LA, but then again, the scene has changed so much. Crowds have gotten younger and less friendly, and everyone's just feeding their money into this massive event. If you like walking around and getting lost, disgusting porta-potties with no hand washing stations, being far from civilization and not quite sure if you'll make it back alive, then EDC at the motor speedway is for you. If you really just love EDM like myself, I suggest follow your favorite DJ's and stick to the clubs they spin at. read more

What happened to PLUR?!?! EDC has been raided by Bros and Hos and that's not cool. Maybe I'm just becoming obsolete, old, and everyone coming here is getting younger but C'mon? Peeps are ruder, bigger boobs, buffer, more juiced up, and that ain't right. This is not the rave in my youth...sigh. The music has gotten better, the DJs putting more phenomenal performances from the classics: Armin Van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, Tiesto to the new upstarts: Dash Berlin, Calvin Harris, Avicii. That's what this is all about, amazing music from amazing musicians...It's just missing the Love, Unity, and Respect. There may not be an EDC for me in the future if this keeps up, there's always Tomorrowland in Belgium. C'mon peeps! Get with the culture and program or go back to Jersey Shore... read more

OK, the time has come, for me to review the most magical place on earth. EDC is not a rave. It's not a concert. I'm not even sure I'd call it a festival. It's an adventure, and an experience you'll never forget. Every year there are imperfections and hiccups with traffic, weather, etc, but none of that has ever taken away my love for EDC. If you love EDM: The music here is unreal. Every artist brings their "A game" to put on an amazing set. I've discovered some of my favorite artists and new songs here, and heard music that will never be recorded or heard anywhere else (thanks Porter Robinson!) The lineup is incredible every year, so no matter who your favorites are, the majority of them are bound to be playing. The ones you haven't heard of yet are sometimes the best, so don't forget to wander from stage to stage considering you have 3 whole nights to do so. If you love to dance: The amount of open space makes me so damn happy! If you get claustrophobic in clubs and big crowds like me, no need to worry at EDC! Every stage has ample room to get your groove on without the fear of an elbow to the face. If you love pretty lights: (yes he will probably be there) But seriously, the light installations are UN. REAL. My personal favorite is the tunnel of color changing lights you can walk through (O M G). The monstrous daisies are also pretty incredible, and every year there's something new that's mind-alteringly beautiful. If you love a good sunrise: One of the best parts of EDC is seeing the sunrise while listening to your favorite music. At first, you freak out when you realize it's new day, but then you bask in the glory of watching the sun come up while having the time of your life. If you love PLUR: You will meet some truly amazing people at EDC. Some of them might seem "different" than you or who you're used to, but isn't that the beauty of it? If you keep an open mind you will be amazed at who you end up meeting and spending your weekend with. Trading kandi is fun! And don't forget, strangers are just friends you haven't met yet :) Lastly, if you don't like any of those things, don't go to EDC. I hate to rant on the scene getting too "mainstream", but it's the reasons above that this event is so magical. If the music, beauty, and PLUR lifestyle don't do it for you, no need to attend. #PLISM peace. love. insanity. sparkles. music. read more

Awesome music, great vibes, friendly and creative people. The light shows are great! The vendor, 2 thumbs up, parking sucks like every other rave. Epic time almost always guaranteed. Go VIP. Give hugs not drugs. Express yourself. Make new friends. Stay hydrated. And get lost in the beat (^_^) It's almost that time again Lovelies! read more

RAVER'S DISNEY LAND!!!! Best thing I done in my whole entire life. Coming back again... every single year till I rest in peace. Awesome Points: (1) Amazing music - all the best DJs in one single place (2) Fireworks - mind-blowing (3) Hot girls in their underwear (4) Shirtless little boys (5) Pregnant raver moms Not-So-Cool Points: (1) Traffic in (2) Traffic out (3) Traffic all-around **OVERALL - Best thing ever. Something everyone should experience... in their 20's. read more

I feel like everyone knows about this festival and have heard many things about it... But the fact of it is: your experience is 100% dependent on you and who you surround yourself with. As 4th year attendee, I don't really have much complaints besides the rising ticket prices. I never fail to have a great experience no matter how "mainstream" this festival gets. Every year this festival grows and attracts more people -- different people -- so the crowd changes. And with 100-150k people a day in one little place, you can't predict who you will meet or see. So I give this festival five stars, because Insomniac has yet to make a festival that doesn't disappoint. The crowd changes and people can be rude but just ignore them and have fun! Aside from all the PLUR and EDM and rave talk, here are some protips for future years: - stay hydrated, duh! - bring baby wipes.. It'll help your bathroom situation.. Toilet paper is scarce lol. - If possible, bring your own hand sani too. - security searches depend on the individual that is searching you so not every single person has the same experience - bring cash!!!! - as much as you may want to stay for the entire last set, I found that leaving even 30 minutes earlier during the last set made the difference of being in traffic for ~40 mins instead of 3 hours. - and as much as you want to come a little later, coming when doors open means you can park closer (or even right next) to the exit AND avoid incoming traffic. - turn off iMessage (if you have an iPhone). It'll help with receiving/sending texts. Use time stamps after messages too for more accuracy in timing. - and lastly, have fun!! Don't mind others! read more

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Hmm......Overcrowded....Authentic and true ravers are the minority. Very rude festival goers who do so many drugs they can't see straight and they 'knock' and walk into you, even when you are on crutches with a sprained ankle. They will yell at you and demand to get out of their way, often putting my crutch on a piece of trash and falling over, even better for a sprained ankle. Pasquale seems to have stopped caring about the ravers and their experience and cares more about the masses, whoever he can get to go to his event and his pocket. Not cool Pasquale, I used to rave with you in the early 1990s in Los Angeles. This by far was the worst electronic music event and festival I have ever gone to in twenty two years! General admission bathrooms were DISGUSTING! Toilet paper was not restocked all three days of going. I started bringing toilet paper from my hotel room to wipe when I needed to at the event. Water and hand sanitizer were always out, after you just been in a porta potty with no toilet paper, great for hygiene. The bathrooms were so disgusting that I took off my side bag, my tutu and camelbak off prior to entering and left my mate to hold all my girlie possessions. If you are paying for $400-$750 for a ticket, the least you can do is offer clean bathrooms and replace water and hand sanitizer, how do you expect your festival goers and ravers to stay clean? You surely don't allow us to bring in hand sanitizer. Day 1......Festival was pretty cool, bathrooms were disgusting. Rude people. Lots of ODs, I started to become desensitized to them, which is really sad. I asked where the taxis were at the INFORMATION BOOTH. The stupid woman sent us out the wrong way, where we 1) was not the shuttle pick up (we had shuttle bands) 2) the taxis were not able to pick us up 3) we were at the parking lot and we didn't drive 4) they refused us to go back in so we could exit correctly, they only would allow me to go back in because I had a VIP band and my carer was General Admission and (I am on crutches). The cops had blocked off all the street corners, we tried getting to all of them, we just got turned away, they closed the streets down because drum roll, some idiot went to his car, did a whole bunch of drugs, OD and died. Dude died in EDC parking lot. My friend and I walked around for 2 hours, now getting dehydrated couldn't get to the shuttle because they wouldn't let us, couldn't get to the taxi because the streets were closed down, and we went through 4 bottles of water we brought out with us to stay hydrated. It is now pushing 6am, the sun it hot, we left at 4am to try to get back to our hotel. Are you trying to create another death? I had to hitch hike 5 different times before some nice ravers felt sorry for us and took us back to our hotel. Pasquale that should have never happened! They finally ended up opening up a closed pathway because they realized more people were getting stuck and they did not want another death on their hands. Day 2......Pretty cool lots of authentic ravers were about, disgusting bathrooms once again....went out the correct way and got on the shuttle Day 3.....Oh this is the day we should have stayed home! We had drugged out cranky drug addicts up now for 72 hours being gigantic jerks, screaming at one another to move out of the way, every one had a miserable look on their face. The moral of the story, people go to do large amounts of drugs. The rave culture is completely lost here. Those dancing are the minority. No one wears kandi anymore. So many new people in the scene they have no idea what they are doing in the scene. They have no idea why they are standing in front of a DJ. Lots of drug busts, 72 felony arrests. Police and security guards dressed as undercover ravers, busted busted busted. Good for them, maybe they will get some money thrown into their pockets. This was a huge waste of $7,000 because that is what it cost me for 2 shuttle passes $180 + tax, a VIP pass at $700, flight was $2,000 and hotel was $1,000 among other incidentals, I much rather stay in my happy home in the United Kingdom. Next year they are talking about doing a two weekend EDC LV, what a huge cluster insert cuss word here that would be. Many people have said this, "EDC is not a place for real ravers". I've had raver friends come three years in a row, they said this was the worst EDC in their life, they will never go again. I am sure they will write some reviews as well. The people who are rating EDC as 5 stars did a ton of drugs, just look at the pictures they posted, drugs consisting of either acid or more then 2 pills of MDMA, yeah it will be paradise if you are that off your rocker but for a person who did not do drugs and drank Gentleman's Jack all night on ice (thank you for serving that btw), it was complete madness and you saw EVERYTHING that was going on. I was asked by Ground Patrol to help out and save lives, I did, I prevented 15+ ODs. read more

Electric Daisy Carnival - The cards I handed out to prevent ODs along with cold water bottles and educated festival goers how to save a life during an OD. - Festivals Near Me - Clark, Nevada

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If you only attend one music festival your entire life, make it EDC. I've been going to electronic dance music events on both coasts for 15 years and the scope and scale of Electric Daisy Carnival just dwarfs anything else I've ever seen. In that way, it's quintessentially Vegas - completely over the top, absurdly larger than life, garishly technicolor. Bigger isn't necessarily better. Fortunately Pasquale Rotella and the Insomniac Events crew are complete professionals. The inclusion of free water refill stations and cell phone recharge stations at Insomniac parties demonstrates a commitment to the guest experience that's about more than just the Disneyland business model of "OK, let's see how much incremental spending we can get out of you once you're inside the gates." Once inside, of course, you can buy everything from fresh fruit and cheesesteaks to glass bowls (ahem). Everything from a logistical standpoint is well-executed. Bathrooms are plentiful. The stage and grounds layout is easy enough to navigate once you get the hang of it (although that first night is pretty much all getting the hang of it). The sound at EDC is the best I've ever heard anywhere (except maybe Privilege Ibiza). The visuals are unparalleled. The fireworks are better than NYE or the 4th of July. There are skydivers for crying out loud. EDC isn't perfect. The traffic at the 2012 event was a notorious clusterf***, especially during the Saturday night wind shutdown and evacuation. (Although it was heartbreaking in the moment, a week later when Radiohead's stage collapsed due to high winds and killed a roadie, you understood a little better what was at stake). The wait at the door can vary, although both years it seemed worse at the beginning of the weekend than at the end. And last year there were so many DJs booked that many of them only had 30 or 45 minute sets. Which is ridiculous. Give DJs at least an hour to do their thing. Nocturnal Wonderland - and Insomniac's parties at the NOS Event Center in San Bernardino in general - tend to have a better crowd than EDC, which draws out a lot of the same bottles-and-models douchebags who populate the Vegas club scene on any given weekend, but Electric Daisy Carnival remains an absolutely essential appointment on the calendar for any serious fan of electronic dance music. read more

WARNING = the review you are about to read has to be the longest review I have written yet. I can describe EDC Las Vegas 2011 in three words EASILY...BEST RAVE EVER!! Never have experienced such love for the music and love for each other. Considering that there was over 85,000 people in attendance, the crowd was very cooperative with everything that was going on making the night fun and hate-free. =The DJS= Being a Hawaii boy, it is very rare that I get to see a lot of my favorite DJs play live. Ive always seen videos of past EDC events and who performed. The beginning of 2011 I made sure that I was definitely going to EDC 2011. Bought my 3 day pass the minute tickets were released. Once the line up for EDC came out, I literally cried. ATB, Above and Beyond, David Guetta, Afrojack, Mt. Eden, Tiesto, Wolfgang Gartner, Steve Aoki, Laidback Luke, Skrillex, Benny Benassi, and more were all going to be there! Where else was I going to see all my FAVORITE DJS OF ALL TIME in the same place in the same weekend?? NO WHERE ELSE, THATS WHERE!! There was no disappointment AT ALL by any of the djs that weekend. Literally loved every set! =The Crowd= With thousands of people around, MAJORITY of the people there were there to have fun and meet new and other exciting people. Im a kandi kid and I make TONS of kandi for massives. EDC is the only rave that I actually had to deny people from kandi because I either ran out to give or trade. The connection between everyone there was unexplainable. Its a PLUR thing I guess hahaha. To show how caring the crowd was, I literally saw a boy drop his wallet and didnt notice that he did so. No more then a second later, another boy picks up the wallet and runs after the boy to give it back to him. In a place like that, most people would just take the money and run. RIGHT ON KIDS!! =The Setting= Never been to the Coliseum in LA so I cant base my opinion on that. All I have to say is that the Vegas Motor Speed Way was the perfect place in Vegas to host a massive such as EDC. Given that the Speedway is much larger than the Coliseum, it provided everything to be in the same place making it a lot more accessible to everyone...AND THE AREO VIEW WAS INTENSE!! The stages were beyond compare decked out with lasers, lights, fire, and FIREWORKS. The artwork on display were sights to be seen. I really enjoyed the remote controlled fire sculpture TOO MUCH FUN. The firework show brought me to tear each night, the airplane and blimp were neat, and the SKYDIVERS WERE OFF THE HOOK!! yes...I said SKYDIVERS!! =The Shuttle= There was a $60 shuttle that was good for 3 days to and from EDC. It was definitely worth it, except the 1st night. We waited in line for almost 2 hours just get on the shuttle to get to EDC and it gets worse. Going back to the hotel, we realized that EVERYONE was going back too and that EDC didnt book enough shuttles for everyone. There was a total of 7 lines with at least 300 people in each line and only 2 shuttle per line. We were in the Vegas morning sun from 5:30 till 8:15 am. I had never been so depressed and helpless in my life. Fortunately, it got better as the weekend went on. EDC got smart and booked more shuttles and everyone was happy (kinna). But thumbs up for keeping us safe and off the roads after a night of partying! =The EDC Staff= Never have I ever encountered so many PLUR staff members. There was not a bad bone in these peoples bodies! They were very kind and very helpful. EXAMPLE have you ever traded kandi with a security guard? I THINK NOT! =EDC Cares= EDC made it priority that everyone is SAFE. The security was top notch! Serious but not dicks (except when peoples lights got taken away...that sucked). EDC also had cooling rooms for people to go in and enjoy the cool air instead of the hot Vegas heat. Get this...FREE WATER STATION!! EDC made sure that their clients were fully hydrated and AOK! Right on INSOMNIAC! =LVPD= Let me be the first to say...I HATE COPS. But at EDC, I loved the Las Vegas Police Officers! Hows that right? I guess it was the shuttle incident that pushed it to love. Because there were so many people waiting for the shuttles for so long and police needed everyone out, Insomniac called a shit load of taxis to pick people up BUT they were charging full price. HELL TO THE NO. The police officers understood and tried hard to get us our shuttles and made sure everything was under control. A cop even yelled at a taxi driver to shut up because the taxi driver was giving some ravers grief...how cool is that! To prove my point further...just look up some EDC pics. Youre bound to find pictures of ravers and cops together hahaha. Thank you LVPD! It was a great experience! Everyone was dressed up and having an amazing time. If youre a raver, you need to experience EDC at least once. I will definitely be back next year if funds allow. Till then...lets keep the PEACE LOVE UNITY and RESPECT going on all year round. read more

EDC will always have my heart...I still have fond memories of my first one in 2008 when it was back in the LA Coliseum. The move to vegas has allowed them to make it glitzier and more glamorous then ever before, they really pulled out all the stops for 2013. Right when you step in at the top of the racetrack, you're taken aback by the sheer beauty of all the lights and rides and all the pre-rave stress and anxiety is assuaged. This year, I felt like there were more fireworks than ever before, and I love how they were perfectly coordinated to the music. You can't get a better "PLUR" crowd in the US than EDC. Although it isn't what it used to be, the general populace seems friendly and there isn't alot of pushing to get through which was a huge issue at Ultra. The main stage is HUGE so you can be in the way back and still have a great view. I love how the festival starts around 7-8p which is certainly necessary for Vegas in July. By the time we got onto the shuttle, the temperature was high to mid 80's and the low never went below 75. This is perfect for girls (myself included) trying to wear itty bitty outfits. Vegas played the perfect host and we felt welcomed that weekend. We got in on Thursday night to go out and experience some Vegas nightlife and it worked out perfectly. Although I didn't make it to any of the day parties, they abound for the young and more ambitious. Shuttle system was great this year. SO much more organized than years past. We left around 9 and barely had a wait. My one complaint is that it took up to 2 hours to get there because of traffic congestion and the "special" route the shuttles took which guided them through alot of slow residential streets. Port-a-potties were abundant and actually relatively clean which is important to a girl with a small bladder like myself. Great music, great vibes, awesome people, i can't think of anything else but if i didn't cover something just ask....I'm already planning my trip for 2014! read more

sorry insomniac I've always been a big fan of your festivals I even went to the past edc 3 years in a row but honestly this year sucked so bad!! Like the first day it was ridiculously crowded the whole festival felt like it shrunk? Maybe there were too many people or the stages were shrunken to make room for other stuff? Whatever the case was basically it was so crowded, it was hard to walk through crowds without people tripping all over each other. Second, kinetic field was your BEST stage and this year they changed it and now it looks like shit like there's literally one giant owl in the middle and some doors on both sides, last year when they were the cathedrals and the two giant owls I thought that was much more amazing and exhilarating to even look at. Also to add the first day I was randomly exploring all the stages and there was a lot of shitty DJs playing some suck-ish music like I wasn't even enjoying first day. OH and to add it was SOO hot ESP at night the first day I swore I was going to pass out from heat exhaustion... And it was NIGHT TIME. It's such a shame they took out the cooling zones man when the AC rooms were here last year I think that room saved a lot of lives because it was the only cool place to be . Oh and also to add there was a ton of people leaving around 2 am (I was one of them) because they couldn't tolerate it anymore, it was literally so hot and there was so many drugged up weirdos running around everywhere it was pretty bad. And in the parking lot EVERYONE was literally walking around lost looking for their car because say if you parked in C3 like C3 is as big as 25 compact rows of cars it literally took me 2 hours to find my car. Then traffic was such a pain in the Ass the whole way back I didn't get home until probably 8 am .. And I left at 2!!! Day 2: it wasn't as packed (probably because everyone didn't want to deal with day 1 again thinking it was going to be really packed again) but today there was SOME good acts. But some of the really good DJs like dash Berlin didn't play to their fullest potential ): and that was kinda disappointing. Oh and I even noticed there was a ton of DJs that were being reused for like 2 or 3 of the days. Honestly if insomniac is making so much money and they said they were going to put all the money into the experience rather than the music ... WHERE IS IT? I didn't really see many things that impacted my experience like kinetic field looked like crap , and the place is way smaller and the security and the staff all don't give a f about half the stuff going on. Like literally I went to the door where the staff was supposed to check me and my bag and stuff and the guy just stared at me and told me to go in. LOL okay man. Day 3 Omg the staff REALLY didn't care about anything this day hahaha but day 3 was way packed and it was actually hot this night too but not as hot as Saturday night. All the people looked so miserable from doing so many drugs the full 3 days I don't know how they were able to stay until dawn the last night. The bathrooms all literally had NO toilet paper at ALL. I went to each and every porta potty and couldn't find any toilet paper like cmon man I really needed to pee . But on the bright side There was a lot of good DJs today like Dillon Francis and dada life (: but yeah basically I left early today because I really needed to pee and I wanted to beat traffic so I ended up taking Las Vegas blvd all the way down and there was no traffic for me which was the best part of the night. Anyways I feel edc this year deserves a 2 star because I didn't have a completely miserable time but it wasn't as good as last years read more

Electric Daisy Carnival - PLUR - Festivals Near Me - Clark, Nevada

Practically the same event as 2011. Maybe except a few brushes such as the addition of the Q-dance stage. Way too many people as well. Sure it's an experience that should be granted to whoever pays the price. But it produces a ridiculous amount of pollution, traffic, foot traffic, annoyance & etc. My girlfriend and I ended up selling our tickets away after the first day because we were just greatly disappointed ( she was also partially sick). Then, we heard about the sandstorm. Coincidence? I think not. Ever since my first EDC back in 2009, this event has taken its decline. This event is nothing more than being replaced by a new attendance consisting of drug abusers and idiots. This event has definitely taken its fall. Save that $300 and go to the casino and win. I'm sure you'll be happier there. read more

GUYS If y'all are ever thirsty and want something really refreshing! Go check out Texas Twister's vendor shop!!!!! They sell this amazing natural freshly squeezed juice!!! Their shop is located between the basscon and basspod stages by the benches! Go talk to Dean he's a really cool guy! Will forsure be buying more drinks for the last night!!! Tip: if you have a camel back put the left over ice from the drink into your camel back, you'll thank me later :-) read more

Pros: -Probably the best and largest rave in the west coast, comparable to UMF. Except it's better cause it's from dusk to dawn. -awesome stages and huge venue, they pump a lot of money into how the stages look and decorations. Right when you walk down from the entrance, if you enter through the main entrances that take you down the bleachers. It's breathtaking how massive this massive is. -free water, just buy a water bottle for $5 or an insomniac bottle and keep refilling, only downside is that the refilling stations are kind of inconvenient to get to. -best selection of dj's! There's really almost something for everyone. Cons: -parking, holy crap parking is ridiculous. It's so unpredictable, 2013 parking was fine. 2014, on the other hand, was ridiculous. No organization what so ever, imagine an acre large parking lot full of cars trying to exit out of what, three exit. Thousands of pissed off and irritated drivers trying to leave, it took over an hour just to get out. Ridiculous! It was a car accident waiting to happen, but at least it was free. -$5 for a dinky little cup of ice....really??!! Might as well buy a bottle of water for that rate. -porta potty bathrooms, it's disgusting how gross these things get and good luck trying to find one with toilet paper towards the end of the rave. -water refill station is no where near the larger stages, kinetic field or circuit grounds, however they have plenty of tents where you can buy water from. It's all about the money. -long entry and search lines, you've been warned, plan ahead. Tips: -bring a small tissue pack or baby wipes and hand sanitizer. The bathrooms are horrible and disgusting and chances are they won't have toilet paper by the end of the night. Finding a porta potty with toilet paper is like finding gold. -everything has to be sealed and even then it depends on who is checking you, if you can even bring them in. Some checks allow sealed water bottles, chapstick, etc and some don't so it's really the luck of the draw sometimes. -bring cash -bring a towel or something to sit on when you get tired unless you don't mind your pants getting super dirty from sitting on the floor. It's Vegas which means it's super hot even during the night so expect to see shirtless guys and girls who think that pasties and a thong are appropriate attire. They sell a variety of foods, drinks (both alcoholic and non) and merchandise. I feel like EDC gets more expensive with each passing year and it gets more and more crowded. However, despite all the things that go wrong, EDC is something that you will definitely remember for the rest of your life, whether it be good memories or bad. There really is no beating that feeling of first walking into EDC and looking down at the sheer massiveness of it. read more

An unforgettable experience. Bring cash, make sure to hydrate, bring a positive mindset, and be well-rested to rage the next 3 nights from dusk until dawn. It is absolutely beautiful seeing the desert/mountains as the sun comes up as you listen to your favorite music with your best friends. Cell phone reception is impossible and scarce, so if you're trying to meet up with a big group of friends - best to set up times and locations for every hour or so and DON'T pick the daisy! Everyone and their mom regroups there. In addition, shuttle buses were a nightmare. Not worth it! I had a bunch of friends who waited over 3 hours to get on and back to their hotel. You're better off driving and doing the valet parking. Don't do the regular parking either... go towards the left when driving in and do valet. It's about $30-40 but it was sucha breeze when we were leaving every night. We would come up, give our ticket, and we were in our car in under 10 minutes. It's worth it! Other than that... it is absolutely carefree and positive here. I wish it was a 21+ event because it was not cool seeing a kid seizing on the ground at the end of day 3 foaming at the mouth and his friends saying "oh no, he's okay, he's just drunk..." all the while as my boyfriend runs through the crowd to get a paramedic. Comeeee on, guys! This was the one key factor that made me give it a 4/5 instead of 5/5 compared to Tomorrow World. It really makes such a difference in the crowd and experience. Either way, we're all there for a good time and good music right? So, don't let that deter you from experiencing EDC just once. Just remember to have fun, be respectful and watch out for one another, and help someone out if you see them struggling. That's what PLUR is all about, right? read more

7PM to 5:30 AM. Three days. I had a final on Monday at 10 (we live in the bay) so we were planning on mobbin out of EDC on the last day at around 3AM. Well... we DID leave the main area at 3... finding our car took the whole 2 hours. Needless to say, I didn't make that final. Assuming your partner knows where the car is, while he assumes you know = recipe for disaster. We even asked a cop (they have plenty of cops circling the area to make sure people are safe and apparently to help find your car) who I called VAN WILDER (he was his twin!). VAN WILDER could not even find our car, even with the keys on him while they're circling every row of cars! Yeah... we all cried out of desperation (and also because of the chemical imbalances). Learned my lesson, and will DEFINITELY be having a driver to EDC this upcoming year. Word of advice, if you plan on getting totally wasted (which you will be), you're going to need an exit strategy/a way to find your car. I suggest taking a helicopter (only 400 a leg, 2.5k for all three days) or scheduling private transportation (such as a car or a bus, your hotel might offer services). If you plan on driving to the track and parking (what the majority of people do) make SURE you add a "pin" on your exact parking spot on the map on your phone. "Pinning" also works by sending your exact location to your friends so they know where you are. Reception is very poor, so also try bringing walkie talkies. And make SURE that your panic button works on your car from a far distance (we should have taken the benz since the PRIUS alarm was not to be heard!). And be prepared for the unexpected: The 2nd day of EDC'12'LV had to be cancelled at like, midnight because it was SO F*cking windy. I kept getting sh*t in my mouth, and it was SAND. All in all, it was a great experience. The EDC info packet might have said "no binkies, no costumes, no stuffed animals", yet they were everywhere. Our friend had a little plush toy with her costume and as we were entering, the security lady just asked her to hide it in her pocket and take it out later. Always have your phone on you. Camera, duh. Stay hydrated. Thizz nation, right? And believe me, not everyone was FUBAR'd. There were HELLA negative vibes there, but who cares, right? Just do your thing. If you wanted water, you either had to buy water inside or buy an aluminum water bottle for $10 and refill them at the water stations. Bring a grounds map with you (even though they were passed out, it's better to print your own). They converted the garage area (since you're on a racetrack) into a chill-out area with normal lighting (bright) and some chairs to sit down. Lots of chill-out spots to name, too. The lines are long for the rides, but do it. You'll be drunk/f*cked up in line anyways, so it shouldn't matter. So: -Don't forget your phone, and charge it. Try to bring an extra battery pack just in case. -Same goes with a camera. Just don't bring too many toy$. -Guys need "bags" too, so bring a drawstring backpack. -Bring money for WATER. Or buy a $10 refillable waterbottle. -Pregame... not inside, because that's for the ride!(s) -GPS pin your spot for parking. PLEASE. You will end up crying your eyes out coming down and not being able to find your car. -Bring a grounds map with you. -Unopened eyedrops, unopened stoges, if applicable. -Fun outfits. -Try all the rides! -Bring cash for drinks, stoges (they sell them here too), food, etc. -AND LEAVE THE BAD VIBES AT HOME. Everyone will be rolling, don't be so mean! Just cause you're sober as f*ck doesn't mean you should be a debby downer. Someone told my man "Ay, handle your girl' as I was listening to my headphones and dancing. My man promptly replied 'She is handled and I'm LETTING HER HAVE A GOOD TIME.' Don't be so negative! Enjoy! -And girls... you look real individual with the bra top of yours... (every girl is wearing a bra, and only a bra) -If you're 21, BE VIP. You won't regret it. You bypass all the peons in line! And you're not shoulder to shoulder with them in front of the stage, either. You are ON the stage (well, I was!). Closing time, everyone is doing the SAME DAMN POSE in the parking lot: Walking with their keys in the air, pressing their ALARM button, repeatedly. Don't be one of these fools!! PIN IT! But then again, you cannot rely on technology all the time as you MIGHT not even have any battery left. So set up meeting spots/times with your group and write down clues on where you are parked. There was a huge RV where we were... so at least we knew THAT much. I'm not sure if walkie talkies are allowed, but I would say that's a good idea too. Also, if you're driving to LV (like we did), you will see a lot of EDC'ers along the way; I'm talking about cars with EDC skribbles all the way from the bay! And we left the bay at like, 10'am after class! Prius mobbin! Drive safe and have fun! read more

This review is 3 months late... but it's because I haven't been able to gather my thoughts on how to write this. I can only narrow it down to one word: AH-MAY-ZING. Not a raver? DOESN'T MATTER! EDC is fun no matter what kind of music you're into. You'll just naturally enjoy being surrounded by so many good vibes. All headliners are so friendly (with the exception of a few) and willing to help out. Normally I am someone who likes to capture memories on film, but it really shows how much fun I had since I barely took any photos during this trip. It's pretty much a 3 day event where literally your routine is as follows: eat, sleep, rave, repeat. WHOOO~~ it was such an utopia, a chance to get away from all your worries for a couple days. I personally enjoyed the experience a lot and got to see so many renown DJs of today's time: Dash Berlin, Alesso, A&B, Hardwell, Armin, Calvin Harris, Bingo Players, AVICII, ARTY (just to name a few...there were WAAAAY more than that). My only disappointment was I had to choose between many stages, there were 8 stages in total and each stage plays a different "style" of EDM, since there were time conflicts with the DJs I wanted to see. But I understand it's impossible to see everybody in just 3 little days. I really enjoyed going with my rave fam, some of them went the year prior and it made me feel really safe that they were veterans. I recommend going with people who know what they're doing 'cause this event CAN get seriously hectic (especially all the people in line for water refills, LOL) and you'll probably get lost if you all don't set a place to meet. Some people do decide to make a totem pole but it's a bit of a hassle to carry that. THERE WAS FREE SNAPCHAT BUT OTHERWISE NO SIGNAL WHATSOEVER!! Remember to stay hydrated (CamelBak/similar items are STRONGLY preferred but they won't allow any liquids until you're inside the venue) and PLUR!! Be safe and have fun :3 EDC 2015, I'M COMING BACK FOR YOU! read more

I love EDC. I wish Travis Scott or more black and hip hop dedicated people were there. From just a lonely Vegas native that's most likely spent over 24 hours just in car rides to EDC alone. read more

EDC has lost the magic. I much preferred this event when it was held in LA. The Las Vegas Motor Speedway is dirty, rocky and dusty. In short, a terrible place to be tripping balls. The crowd is pretty meth-head, and you don't get t peace and love vibes you got in LA. Overall, the crowd is also less attractive. Traffic to and from the location can be a real killjoy, and there's a serious and hostile police presence that also ruins the mood. I'm doing ULTRA instead. read more

I went with some great friends last year and really enjoyed myself for the first time being there. The music was ABSOLUTELY the best and really loves the atmosphere. Riding in on the shuttle I didn't really know what to expect and then I saw the fireworks and just the park as we rode up in our shuttle. The check in process was horrid and it took forever. I didn't really see a lot of good vibes there but that's besides the point . The security were rude and unhelpful and seemed like they wanted to hit on the women there instead of do their job. Once check in was complete, it was like walking into my own happiness. The lights and the fireworks, the different stages were beyond believable. Kinetic Field was where I spent most of my time at watching some of the more popular djs but at the seven up booth seeing Martin Garrix was also so beautiful. I could go on and on about EDC but I do know this for one fact. When EDC was finally over I was ready to go back and I can't wait to attend EDC 2016 celebrating 20 years under the electric sky read more

Over a month ago and I still find myself flashing back to three nights of pure controlled madness in the desert. Amazing time, My first EDC , I did Ultra in Miami a few years ago, no comparison, these folks know how to party, dance, rave and repeat ......x 3. Serious...... The main stage had a waterfall ! Just about any major EDM artist you can Name..... Only DJ I hoped would be there and wasn't ...Deadmau5. Still have not seen his set. People watching in Vegas is great on a normal weekend. But at EDC ........there is nothing like it .... I loved the effort everyone put into their outfits Only complaint was the insane traffic and lines to get to and into the speedway. vIp tickets helped a lot, but still insane All in all ....... Womp, Womp, Womp...... I will be back ! read more

As close as most people will want to get to the mythical Burning Man experience.. I think anyone who was there will agree that EDC 2011 is THE best Electronic Music Festival in the states. Hands Down. No contest. -Weather We all had our reservations about the event being in Vegas heat, but the weather ended up being absolutely perfect for an event like this. It was cool enough to be comfortable, but warm enough to be able to run around half-naked rocking tights or whatever ridiculous outfit you wanted to wear until the sun came up! No post-rave freezing -Venue The venue truly felt like a wonderland. Once you stepped inside, it would be difficult to NOT be awed by the size and scope of the festival. 6 'stages' with a ton of art installations, rides, vendors, chill areas, food and drinks...almost everything you'd want in a true music festival. Getting there the first night was a pain with the shuttles, but I hear they figured things out the next two days. Driving there was a breeze with free parking and was 100x better than driving through LA traffic to the Coliseum and being forced to pay $25/day parking. -Stages Each stage was unique and gorgeous. What I loved was that it never felt 'too crowded' like the Coliseum or most raves do. I could always get around, and if you really felt claustrophobic, there were plenty of areas to relax, sit and listen to music (Cosmic Meadows was my favorite stage with all that grass :) Only gripe is the Circuit Grounds where all my favorite trance DJs played was filled with dirt and pebbles..boo -Crowd So chill. So awesome. A lot less underage kids running around being obnoxious and lots of beautiful people. Less lights, but compared to everything else Insomniac did right, I will not complain. Even the staff and security were relatively friendly and happy! -Amenities 3 huge restroom areas (port-a-potties), 2 free water refill stations, tons of vendors (OMG Giant watermelon slices made me felt like a kid), air-conditioned areas, huge center camp playing disco music, and random things happening all over the place (are those giant floating fish? A light up marching band? Holy crap his bike looks like lasers!). Insomniac really strove to make it an 'experience', not just a rave or concert. -Price $180 for three days of partying til the sun comes up, compared to that price to probably party for one night in vegas. Hotels are all over Vegas so housing was cheap. I love LA, but Damn Vegas does it right! read more

EDC is the best rave I have ever been to! It's not so much of a rave as it is a carnival. I have never been to EDC before, LA or LV, but this definitely tops all other EDM events I have ever been to! Thousands of people and there is still plenty of room all over the venue. The wait for the bathroom never exceeded 1 person ahead of me, and they havr hand sanitizer in the stalls! Lots of cool things to check out like art work, rides, fun houses, lights, etc. There is something for everyone. Free water refilling stations, its easy to get water! A bottle of water costs $5 on friday, $6 on saturday, & then back to $5 on sunday. Fresh fruit, popcorn, indian tacos, smoothies, the list goes on and on! Parking is free, but beware if you leave at the end, expect massive traffic. The police when you leave though do nothing but direct traffic and talk to eachother so feel free to cram 8 people into 5 seater. I've seen it happen and the police just sit and watch. The security at the entrance took my unopened pack of gum even though their website said you can bring in unopened packs of gum. The secutity simply said "no candy." What a waste of money. They should really know what their job is because from what I have sern no one really knows what they are doing or cares. Ask a question and the most common response I get is "I don't know." Overall, I still had a lot of fun. The music and the people you go with are all that matters! Police with candy. I won't get over that one. Until next year EDC! read more

If you are even remotely into EDM, enjoy partying and dressing up, you will have a blast! I've only been twice; 2012 and 2013 so I will be comparing these two experience to each other. The overall event was much more enjoyable his year. Except for the fact that the ticket price increased (paid third-tier $275 last year, $333 this year) for the same length, there were some stark improvements this year. Parking/traffic: not nearly as horrendous. If you stay until at least 5am, you will hit at least 2 hour traffic to get out of the parking lot (where 50 "lanes" merge into 4 and there's one guy standing at the gate who randomly points at a car to exit). Last year half our group had to sleep in their car from 1-7am after high winds shut down the event, waiting for traffic to be manageable. While they have improved the traffic situation, there is still room to further improve. In general, we arrived at the Speedway earlier and left later this year, also influencing the amount of congestion we encountered. No waiting in traffic on the way to the event this year. Security: Quick and easy the first two days; treated like a felon on the third. Unlike last year, the security was pretty inconsistent. On day 2, we specifically asked staff conducting the security/bag checks if we could bring our DSLR since we saw them allowing them into the event. They said it was fine. Day three comes around and suddenly it was not okay. We argued our case to the "head of security" and even pointed out other attendees continuing into the event with their DSLR cameras, cleared through the security check! They enforce the rules for some and not others. Head of Security was extremely unprofessional; He referenced the need to keep his staff safe so that's why they decided to not let cameras in on day 3. How does that make sense? He called one girl in our group "retard" and felt the need to explain that he "used to be cop from Inglewood". Not sure why he felt the need to say that; he obviously didn't know he was talking to a group from Stockton, CA. Chump. Music/DJs: Non-stop music from 7pm-530am. No real complaints about the music. Most DJs are slotted for an hour, some up to 1.5 hours. Some don't begin performing on time so their set is more like 45 mins. I would prefer fewer DJs but longer sets. If you are trying to see all the DJs you want to see, there's a good chance several of them will be playing at overlapping times on different stages. Plan for at least 40 minutes between enjoying one DJ and the next, depending on which stage. By the time you leave, stop for water, trek to the next stage, make sure all of your group is following, shove your way to a decent spot with prolific apologies, you'll be able to enjoy about 30 mins. of the DJs 1 hour set before you have to leave and do it all over again. I agree with the complaints with another reviewer about DJs having 2 performances on 2 different stages on different days. This felt cheap and like Insomniac cares more about quantity over quality. Stages: Instead of the usual metal scaffolding with giant screens, EDC 2013 really amped up the stage designs. Circuit grounds added vertically-moving led displays on the ceiling, kinetic displayed a true wonderland with giant neon mushrooms and owl animatronic. The stage was extended to one's peripheral vision. More led displays, lights, lasers, pyrotechnics, and bass at every stage. All were significant additions that served to heighten and diversify the sensory experience. Art/performers/rides: Just like in 2012, I feel we missed out on seeing many of the carnival performers. We only saw them on day 3 at the Night Owl Experience and at one set at circuit grounds. Seems like there were more electric art installations this year. Electric daisy was bigger and taller. More rides. Four ferris wheels. Wedding Chapel. Attendees: Crowded as hell! Crowd seemed a little different this year. While I do agree with another reviewer's observation about the rise of the "bro" scene at EDC, I also noticed quite a few attendees significantly older than the average age of typical attendees. We spotted a rather conservatively-dressed mom escorting her son and older couples (40+) sporting scanty outfits to rival any pastie-wearing 19-year-old. More racial diversity this year, too. Still experienced the almost foolish friendliness from others that only comes with ravers. Even the cops were plurring. Overall, an absolute mind-blowing experience incomparable to any other. 2013 was bigger, brighter, louder, easier to travel to, more crowded and MORE EXPENSIVE! Best fireworks I've seen. Most importantly, this event is really what you make of it. Maximize your experience by planning early with your group. Suggestions: Continue improving traffic/parking, stabilize ticket prices, fewer DJs with longer sets, enforce rules/security consistently! read more

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EDC will always get 5 stars in my book...regardless of where its located and any given weather conditions. Any yelper giving Electric Daisy anything less than 5 stars should not be going. This is the first time I have ever reviewed a music festival...until now I had no idea we could review stuff like this. Even though EDC is and ALWAYS will be EPIC and progressive...it has changed soo much. My first EDC was in 2004 at the National Orange Show fairgrounds in San Bernardino with a mere 5,000 attendees. Then it got moved to Exposition park where it caught on like wildfire and became a two day festival in the most amazing venue in America, the Memorial Coliseum with around 200,000 festival goers. Present day, 2012, EDC is held at the Las Vegas Speedway with over 300,000 crazy ravers throughout three ridiculous nights. Insomniac still does a good job at bringing all the necessary elements to the festival, including adding a few new ones. ***I would also like to mention EDC 2012 was $320 for the three day pass or $150 each day**** I BOUGHT PRESALE TICKETS FOR EDC 2004 FOR $25!!!!! Talk about inflation :/ I like vegas, BUT they must do something with the HORRIBLE traffic jam going into the speedway, not to mention the gridlock madness that is the parking lot trying to leave. Also, I wish Insomniac would credit everyone that attended EDC on Saturday with another rave on them, that wind was ridiculous but should not be grounds to rip everybody off $100. When am I ever going to see Doctor P??? Had no idea what Steve Aoki and the Blue Man Group were going to pull off...now I may die wondering.... ~Lastly, Kristina L., I do not want to ever see you at an Insomniac event again with your two stars...EDC alone is worthy of more than that. I had better not run into you at Electric Zoo. read more

Eat. Sleep. Rave. Repeat. P.L.U.R! My first ever EDC and it was an awesome 3 nights!! It's not a rave like I pictured it to be, but more like a carnival atmosphere with TONS of amazing lights, fire, and fireworks!! Oh how I loved the fireworks every night! 2:30am is when they do the big fireworks show each night. My friend and I went all 3 nights and it was tiring! We paid for a 3 day pass $350 (only option) and we were going to make use of it! We stayed on the strip, at The Tropicana and drove each day. Day 1: Traffic was terrible! We left around 8:30p and didn't park until about 11p! That's with us taking side streets to avoid the traffic!! Traffic on Las Vegas Blvd near the speedway was bumper to bumper. It took about an hr just to go 3 miles from the air force base to the speedway!!! If that traffic wasn't bad enough, in the morning, it took THREE hours to get out of the parking lot!! Yup, 3 hours to get out of the parking lot... not even back to the hotel! Upon leaving, cars were just circling around aimlessly because there were NO exit signs or people leading traffic. Everyone bottle-necked and we didn't even know if we could exit. People just keep going back and forth figuring how to exit. Turns out... most of the exit gates were either closed or blocked by the police and for no apparent reason. When we finally found the right exit, there were EIGHT parking attendants just sitting/standing in a row talking to each other doing NOTHING to lead traffic!! We left at 4:45 am and didn't leave that parking lot still 8am!! For day 1, we saw Hardwell and Steve Aoki. Hardwell was awesome!! Day 2: We left much earlier, fearful of the dreaded traffic. It's about 18 miles from the strip to the speedway. We left at 6:30pm and got to the speedway about 7ish. It was awesome, no traffic!! We also left earlier, around 4am and got out easy peasy. No trouble getting out and left right away. We were back in the hotel, ate, and ready to sleep by 5:30am. Day 2 we saw Avicii, Kaskade, and Tiesto. I really liked Avicii and had a great time. Day 3: We left around 7pm. No traffic on the way there... but then upon exiting to the speedway, it took about an hour to go just 5 miles or so! Not sure what happened! We also left earlier on the third day having being worn out. We left around 3ish... got back to the hotel, ate and sleep before 5am. No traffic. Day 3 we saw Calvin Harris and Axwell. We also checked out the 3D koi pond. That was really cool!! PROS: All 3 days, there were fireworks every night!! I LOVED the fireworks because they were amazing and even went all around the speedway!! They also happened throughout the night, especially on the Kinetic Stage, which happens to be the mainstage. I thought the mainstage was AMAZING!!! It was HUGE!!! I only wish we got there earlier to be able to see it up much closer. There were 2 owls, one on each side, as well as water dance, fire, and fireworks! We were also at Circut Grounds alot. There was also fire at that stage but no fireworks. That stage is more enclosed, so it does get hotter really fast! They do throw out tons of confetti! Just know that music on that stage can get super loud since the stage is enclosed! There were tons of carnival rides and best was that they were ALL included in the cost of the ticket!! I wished I went on lots more rides, but my friend wasn't willing to go on the thrill rides... just the ferris wheel basically :/ Production value here is amazing! The sets are fantastic!! I'm sure all those neon lights and special effects are not easy to set up!! There was also a Bud Light room we found were they hand out the foam light sticks and inside are kandi making stations with TONS of kandi available!! My friend and I made some! Everyone we meet with nice. For the amount of people there, we did not notice any fights or anybody really hating on each other. It was nice to dance here because people were friendly and it wasn't like a club were guys are always trying to hit or grind on you! CONS: DRUGS!! Pot everywhere!! Yes, I know this is a rave... it's those people that that make things worse for others. We even saw a group rolling up their joints! Also the free water stations are few. We only saw 2 and the water is not cold. Water bottles are $5. You can get ice for free from vendors that are nice, one guy wanted to charge us! I wish they said earlier that you can bring any empty bottle in to fill! Security seemed like a hit or miss. We even saw a group with a whiskey bottle taking shots! First night, saw a security lady that checked everything, while the other 2 nights they barely checked. Would I go again... not likely since it's really costly and tiring. If my boyfriend wanted to experience it, then yes. I think it's something that everyone should experience at least once so they know what it's like! I'm so glad I experienced it because I think it was worth it!! Just remember to be safe and stay hydrated! 2 people died this year :/ read more

It was probably one of my top 10 favorite memories of my whole life. The best rave experience ever!!! Heres my review, EDC isn't cheap. I feel that the experience that you get from it is well worth it especially if you go with great people. If you're not already living in Vegas you have to also pay for Hotel and Transportation. It's best to share a hotel with a group then the Vegas Hotels will be a lot cheaper. I suggest that you book your Hotels way in advance because they do fill up. Using Hotwire or Priceline would be the best way to get the cheapest deals. Tickets, The tickets are hard to get especially if you want to buy early bird tickets. They literally run out in seconds. Its expensive. My ticket was 275 and thats getting hooked up my a friend. I know some people who paid 350+ for their tickets. BUT don't worry, you definitely experience a one in a lifetime experience. Venue, The venue is perfect with the amount of people that are going. I think they counted the amount of participants was 300,000 people. This is the biggest rave in the WORLD. The Motor Speedway is perfect. Its literally packed. The stages are amazing equipped with amazing lights!! The main stage in 2013 was the biggest stage I've seen in any music event. It was a 360 degree light show!!! There are other smaller stages besides the main stage that cater to other styles of EDM like Dubstep and Hardstyle. There are carnival rides that you can ride. Food there is Carnival food like Hot Dogs, Nachos, etc. FREE WATER!!! FREE WATER!!! FREE WATER!!! FREE WATER!!! so i recommend bringing a camel pack. They sell souvenirs if you want to buy some.The people there are very friendly but I must say PLUR isn't strong as it was back in 2007. We need to change that people. Seriously. We got to keep that going!! Lines and Traffic, Considering there were thousands of people that are going... the traffic was REALLY REALLY FAST!! they really stepped it up in 2013. The years before people would wait for HOURS... yes HOURS!!! in traffic... but in 2013 we didnt experience any heavy traffic. We just simply drove to the raceway and they helped us with where we should park. Entering the Venue is fast too.. Unless you have your Tickets on Standby... We had a few friends that had their tickets in stand by and we waited more than an HOUR until they got their tickets. This was probably my only complaint. There was a small wait when going to the bathroom if you go in between each Superstar DJ. but if you don't mind missing part of the superstars set then you literally just go straight to the portable and enter the bathrooms. The portables were separated by sexes so it prevents any type of harmful situation. I like this idea. All in all the best rave ever... If you really love EDM music then you'll really love EDC. read more

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