When choosing a music festival , think about if you 're willing to camp overnight or stay in a hotel . If the answer is yes then go for it! Since then , I 've covered Lollapalooza , Pitchfork Music Festival , moe.down and other summer festivals , acquiring along the way a checklist of sorts that I wish I 'd had before embarking on that first one . Security will likely confiscate prohibited items like drugs and alcohol , so do n't bring them . Tip : Plan a few intervals of rest , and do n't run ragged trying to see every band .
When choosing a music festival , think about if you 're willing to camp overnight or stay in a hotel . If the answer is yes then go for it! Security will likely confiscate prohibited items like drugs and alcohol , so do n't bring them . Tip : Plan a few intervals of rest , and do n't run ragged trying to see every band .