[sc name=”Riot Fest”] Riot Fest brings a mix of punk, rock, and several other genres of live music to the stage for thousands of fans each summer in Chicago. It all began back in 2005 with the tagline “The Largest Punk Fest in North America!” Today, Riot Fest has grown to encompass three days worth … Read more
[sc name=”Riot Fest”] When you’re planning out your Riot Fest weekend, here’s a topic you might not consider thinking about ahead of time: The bathrooms. Well, porta-potties actually. We’re here to break down the bathroom situation at Riot Fest and give you a bit of advice. You know, just so you’re not surprised by anything … Read more
Summer in Chicago is packed with music festivals, but none are bigger than the iconic Lollapalooza. Born in the early 90s, this four-day festival has grown to be one of the most iconic in the country. Over the years, the Lollapalooza lineup has evolved from a decidedly non-mainstream, alternative list of artists into a more … Read more
6/11 UPDATE While those in charge with putting the festival together have been scratching and clawing to do whatever they can to ensure that it can still take place, it’s being reported that Woodstock 50 has now lost its venue in Watkins Glen, who has pulled out. This sadly may be a final death knell … Read more
[sc name=”WE Fest”] Hanging out by beautiful Lake Sallie in Minnesota during the heat of the summer. Camping with your closest friends (or strangers-turned-friends) for three days. Seeing some of the best country music artists in the nation all in the same place with 50,000 other excited fans. Partying outdoors from the pre-shows through the … Read more
WE Fest is one of the biggest, best, and longest-running country music festivals in the US, bringing together the top country music artists in the nation. It all began back in 1983 and for over 35 years, WE Fest has been attracting thousands of fans each summer for a multi-day, outdoor music and camping experience … Read more
Firefly Festival’s Foodie Options Sure, we’d recommend cooking at your campsite to save some money and have fun grilling out with friends. But Firefly has an amazing food scene if you get hungry at the festival. And you will. This isn’t just sustenance for festival-goers. We’re talking about delicious, unique, Instagrammable cuisine. You’ll definitely be able … Read more
So you’re driving to Firefly Music Festival. Or better yet, you’ve conned one of your friends into driving – lucky you! You’ll need a place to park the car. And yes, you’ll need a parking pass for that. The rules are pretty straightforward. You cannot leave your car parked at the festival overnight without a parking … Read more
During the weekend of Firefly Music Festival, you’ll basically be living outdoors for four days and nights. But that’s no reason to smell like it. Don’t be that guy everybody avoids standing beside during performances because you stink. Or that person who makes the tent a sort of smelly death chamber. Try to shower at … Read more
Okay, okay, so you’re not into camping. Maybe it’s the dirt and the dust. Maybe you like to shower every night. Maybe you’d like to sleep in a real bed and have running water and electricity at your disposal. Or maybe you’re just hoping to avoid, uh, well, the other campers. If you’re sure we … Read more
We’re not all cut out for roughing it. Some of us need that touch of luxury, privacy, and um, occasional air conditioning if we’re going to spend four nights in a tent. And hey, there’s nothing wrong with that! Fancy people need music festivals too. Thank goodness Firefly Music Festival has created lots of great … Read more
It’s not a festival without a little camping! Sleeping in a tent surrounded by partying strangers is the perfect way to make new friends, commune with nature, and get a little dirty while listening to some live jams. It’s part of the quintessential festival experience. Whether you want to be Bear Grylls and bring all … Read more
Festival camping, partying, and music. Are you prepared for four three days of it? Maybe you’re an experienced music festival professional or maybe this is your first time. But eithter way, what you pack and your game plan going into the weekend can often dictate how good of a time you have. Remember, you’ll need … Read more
2019 Firefly Music Festival Lineup & Past Performers Firefly Music Festival announced the 2019 lineup and fans and festivalgoers are getting pumped. Everyone is snatching up passes and discussion is brewing online about what songs will be played and which bands will perform on which days. We’re not gonna speculate or anything like that, but … Read more