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meisteredermeistereder Posts: 1,577
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Hi everyone.  My wife and I will be going to our first international show in Imola.  We’re really excited.  I’ve been to a lot of PJ shows myself, but never outside of the US, although we are pretty familiar with Italy, having traveled there a handful of times.

I am wondering if anyone with experience with this venue can talk a bit about what it’s like to see a show there.  I get that it is a racetrack.  I have the basic GA tickets as far as I understand.  We are not likely to be very close to the stage — we are hoping to catch a quiet corner somewhere and chill with some wine and whatever concession food they serve in Emilia Romagna.  I’m just wondering if you could tell me a bit more about what to expect — how lively the crowds, how hard it is or easy it easy to find good spots to sit/stand, what it’s like seeing a show in Italy vs. the states (I assume a different energy consistent with the cultural differences), maybe even tidbits like what kinds of foods they serve at the concession stands; I assume they won’t have hotdogs and nachos!).

That’s it.   As I said, very much looking forward to the show.  I was at the San Diego show last night, so I am back in the PJ mindset and am just looking forward.
San Diego 10/25/00, Mountain View 6/1/03, Santa Barbara 10/28/03, Northwest School 3/18/05, San Diego 7/7/06, Los Angeles 7/9/06, 7/10/06, Honolulu (U2) 12/9/06, Santa Barbara (EV) 4/10/08, Los Angeles (EV) 4/12/08, Hartford 6/27/08, Mansfield 6/28/08, VH1 Rock Honors The Who 7/12/08, Seattle 9/21/09, Universal City 9/30/09, 10/1/09, 10/6/09, 10/7/09, San Diego 10/9/09, Los Angeles (EV) 7/8/11, Santa Barbara (EV) 7/9/11, Chicago 7/19/13, San Diego 11/21/13, Los Angeles 11/23/13, 11/24/13, Oakland 11/26/13, Chicago 8/22/16, Missoula 8/13/18, Boston 9/2/18, Los Angeles 2/25/22 (EV), San Diego 5/3/22, Los Angeles 5/6/22, 5/7/22, Imola 6/25/22, Los Angeles 5/21/24, [London 6/29/24], [Boston 9/15/24]

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  • meisteredermeistereder Posts: 1,577
    Bump?
    San Diego 10/25/00, Mountain View 6/1/03, Santa Barbara 10/28/03, Northwest School 3/18/05, San Diego 7/7/06, Los Angeles 7/9/06, 7/10/06, Honolulu (U2) 12/9/06, Santa Barbara (EV) 4/10/08, Los Angeles (EV) 4/12/08, Hartford 6/27/08, Mansfield 6/28/08, VH1 Rock Honors The Who 7/12/08, Seattle 9/21/09, Universal City 9/30/09, 10/1/09, 10/6/09, 10/7/09, San Diego 10/9/09, Los Angeles (EV) 7/8/11, Santa Barbara (EV) 7/9/11, Chicago 7/19/13, San Diego 11/21/13, Los Angeles 11/23/13, 11/24/13, Oakland 11/26/13, Chicago 8/22/16, Missoula 8/13/18, Boston 9/2/18, Los Angeles 2/25/22 (EV), San Diego 5/3/22, Los Angeles 5/6/22, 5/7/22, Imola 6/25/22, Los Angeles 5/21/24, [London 6/29/24], [Boston 9/15/24]
  • fookiefookie Posts: 301
    I’ve seen shows In italy
    never Imola but can tell you the fans are bananas 
    full of passion and energy!
    friendly vibes 

  • bazfromozbazfromoz Posts: 237
    I (Australian) was at the Rome show in 2018, one of the greatest nights of my life, vibe was electric, only hassle was trying to get to the other part of the city after the show. But I’d say just soak it all in and enjoy the local produce! 🍷 🍺 🍝 
  • meisteredermeistereder Posts: 1,577
    Thank you for the replies. No expectations at all, so whatever it is like, it will be lots of fun. 
    San Diego 10/25/00, Mountain View 6/1/03, Santa Barbara 10/28/03, Northwest School 3/18/05, San Diego 7/7/06, Los Angeles 7/9/06, 7/10/06, Honolulu (U2) 12/9/06, Santa Barbara (EV) 4/10/08, Los Angeles (EV) 4/12/08, Hartford 6/27/08, Mansfield 6/28/08, VH1 Rock Honors The Who 7/12/08, Seattle 9/21/09, Universal City 9/30/09, 10/1/09, 10/6/09, 10/7/09, San Diego 10/9/09, Los Angeles (EV) 7/8/11, Santa Barbara (EV) 7/9/11, Chicago 7/19/13, San Diego 11/21/13, Los Angeles 11/23/13, 11/24/13, Oakland 11/26/13, Chicago 8/22/16, Missoula 8/13/18, Boston 9/2/18, Los Angeles 2/25/22 (EV), San Diego 5/3/22, Los Angeles 5/6/22, 5/7/22, Imola 6/25/22, Los Angeles 5/21/24, [London 6/29/24], [Boston 9/15/24]
  • kezziekezzie Posts: 3
    Just jumping on this thread rather than creating a new one. Does anyone know how to get from Imola back to Bologna after the gig? The trains don’t seem to run that late. If there is anyone travelling by car or group bus that would like that can accommodate 2 people and would like to share the fare please DM me. 
  • meisteredermeistereder Posts: 1,577
    kezzie said:
    Just jumping on this thread rather than creating a new one. Does anyone know how to get from Imola back to Bologna after the gig? The trains don’t seem to run that late. If there is anyone travelling by car or group bus that would like that can accommodate 2 people and would like to share the fare please DM me. 
    We are staying the night in Imola.  Not sure about the trains. Maybe some locals can weigh in.  
    San Diego 10/25/00, Mountain View 6/1/03, Santa Barbara 10/28/03, Northwest School 3/18/05, San Diego 7/7/06, Los Angeles 7/9/06, 7/10/06, Honolulu (U2) 12/9/06, Santa Barbara (EV) 4/10/08, Los Angeles (EV) 4/12/08, Hartford 6/27/08, Mansfield 6/28/08, VH1 Rock Honors The Who 7/12/08, Seattle 9/21/09, Universal City 9/30/09, 10/1/09, 10/6/09, 10/7/09, San Diego 10/9/09, Los Angeles (EV) 7/8/11, Santa Barbara (EV) 7/9/11, Chicago 7/19/13, San Diego 11/21/13, Los Angeles 11/23/13, 11/24/13, Oakland 11/26/13, Chicago 8/22/16, Missoula 8/13/18, Boston 9/2/18, Los Angeles 2/25/22 (EV), San Diego 5/3/22, Los Angeles 5/6/22, 5/7/22, Imola 6/25/22, Los Angeles 5/21/24, [London 6/29/24], [Boston 9/15/24]
  • mohomoho Posts: 541
    There’s a group of about 6 or 7 of us going to this gig and we’re all staying in Bologna. I’ve also been trying to look into transport back after the gig. The last scheduled train is at 23.00 which would be too early. There are specific event busses run privately which can be booked google ‘bus for fun Pearl jam imola’ and you will find one of the companies. We haven’t booked anything yet. We might get a large taxi between us or perhaps there might be a late train running specifically for the gig. I’ve an Italian colleague in work so I’ll be asking for his googling assistance next week 😂
    JUST PLAY THE F***ING NOTE!!!
  • KaseyintxKaseyintx Posts: 1
    I'm really debating attending this show but also a little intimidated since I'm not confident navigating my way in a different country. I had tickets to take my son to his first show in Phoenix. In the time since then, he joined the military and is stationed in Italy. I figured the show would give me an excuse to visit and he could finally catch his first PJ show. I'm just nervous, the Italian Ticketmaster alone is stressful enough!  :D
  • chalonchalon Posts: 114
    Kaseyintx said:
    I'm really debating attending this show but also a little intimidated since I'm not confident navigating my way in a different country. I had tickets to take my son to his first show in Phoenix. In the time since then, he joined the military and is stationed in Italy. I figured the show would give me an excuse to visit and he could finally catch his first PJ show. I'm just nervous, the Italian Ticketmaster alone is stressful enough!  :D
    It's understandable if it's a little intimidating if you've not done a lot of travel internationally. However, many of the people you'll interact with as a tourist do speak English, so for example the people at your hotel, airport, train station, etc., will all be able to help you!

    It depends which base your son is at (and how long of a leave he can get), but you could easily make it a bit of a vacation and do some sightseeing before/after the concert. The two main international airports are in Rome and Milan. Milan is closer to Bologna (about ~1.5 hour or so by train), while Rome is a shade under 2.5 hours by train. Rome has a lot more sightseeing to do than Milan does, so that's something to consider if you're interested in that part of the trip.
  • meisteredermeistereder Posts: 1,577
    My wife and I are flying into Bologna (Lufthansa from LA and Frankfurt) and staying in Bologna, which we love visiting, for a couple days. I have a rental car, so driving to Imola for a night before heading to our next stop. Very much looking forward to continuing this tour in Italia.
    San Diego 10/25/00, Mountain View 6/1/03, Santa Barbara 10/28/03, Northwest School 3/18/05, San Diego 7/7/06, Los Angeles 7/9/06, 7/10/06, Honolulu (U2) 12/9/06, Santa Barbara (EV) 4/10/08, Los Angeles (EV) 4/12/08, Hartford 6/27/08, Mansfield 6/28/08, VH1 Rock Honors The Who 7/12/08, Seattle 9/21/09, Universal City 9/30/09, 10/1/09, 10/6/09, 10/7/09, San Diego 10/9/09, Los Angeles (EV) 7/8/11, Santa Barbara (EV) 7/9/11, Chicago 7/19/13, San Diego 11/21/13, Los Angeles 11/23/13, 11/24/13, Oakland 11/26/13, Chicago 8/22/16, Missoula 8/13/18, Boston 9/2/18, Los Angeles 2/25/22 (EV), San Diego 5/3/22, Los Angeles 5/6/22, 5/7/22, Imola 6/25/22, Los Angeles 5/21/24, [London 6/29/24], [Boston 9/15/24]
  • AndoAndo Posts: 410
    Has anyone figured out the bus for fun website? I can’t find anything Pearl Jam on it anymore? I’m having a hard time piecing together home to get home after the show 
  • Jdub5521Jdub5521 Posts: 147
    Pop this into Google translate and you’ll get some helpful info on the show tonight. At the bottom there’s info on transportation. Looks like there’s special trains running 

    https://www.pearljamonline.it/pearl-jam-imola-informazioni/

  • stuessystuessy Posts: 37
    Imola Poster?
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