Hi all! This'll be our first Ohana. How does it work for the headliners? Would they both likely be on the same stage? I'm there for PJ, my wife for Alanis. I've never been, so are there better places to watch from and not get into the thick of the drunken mob? (I assume there's gonna be one, ya?) What time is reasonable to head to the venue during the days? We're going on Saturday and Sunday. Thanks!!!
I haven't really experienced a drunken mob there
Yeah, no drunken mobs. PJ fans are kinda old now. My daughter went to Ohana ‘21, week one, separately from my wife and I, with the intention of meeting up. She texted the other siblings, saying she couldn’t find us because “they all look like Mom and Dad.” Gray haired emojis in the replies.
Hi all! This'll be our first Ohana. How does it work for the headliners? Would they both likely be on the same stage? I'm there for PJ, my wife for Alanis. I've never been, so are there better places to watch from and not get into the thick of the drunken mob? (I assume there's gonna be one, ya?) What time is reasonable to head to the venue during the days? We're going on Saturday and Sunday. Thanks!!!
Alanis will be on the main stage right before Pearl Jam. She will play for an hour most likely. There are two stages, but they are right next to each other, so the acts alternate until the last two acts (the leaders into the headliners). Once the schedule is out it will also say who is performing where and when. This setup makes it easy to move back and forth, kind of camp in-between, walk around, whatever.
If you can hack it, I'd try to spend as much time inside and listening as possible. You will find some cool acts you didn't know about and it isn't as crowded earlier so you will get a little more freedom to move around and kind of soak it all in.
I haven't really experienced a drunken mob there, but for Pearl Jam people will gather in the front of the main stage earlier than for other acts, so it will fill quickly. There will be plenty that get in as soon as they can so they can get the rail and then camp there all day. By the time the leadins are performing it will be pretty full directly center of the main stage. It still may be the easiest you will ever be able to get close, but if you want to do so I'd do so before Alanis starts. We got pretty close at Encore and did that before Beck played. It will get crowded, though, if that bothers you. If so maybe hang out more to the side or back near the walkway.
There are also bleachers that aren't bad at all. We did that the second night at Encore. Also just chose to do it last year every night. Those will fill too, but it will be slower. Also easier to find your spot if you need to go to the bathroom or something.
It's a simple setup overall and you will be able to figure it out and navigate it pretty quickly.
Good advice. And yes, if you want to be fairly close to the main stage, you need to get your spot before the last act at the side stage ends. Since the stages are next to each other and not at opposite ends of the venue, when the last second stage act finishes, all those people mush directly to the left into the group that’s already at the main stage.
Also, the level of drunkenness seems pretty low. The alcohol level in the expensive beer is equivalent to Coors lite. I’m assuming this is intentional and maybe an agreement with Dana Point. Beer tip: on the beach just outside and south of the venue is a cafe that sells real beer at reasonable prices.
Hi all! This'll be our first Ohana. How does it work for the headliners? Would they both likely be on the same stage? I'm there for PJ, my wife for Alanis. I've never been, so are there better places to watch from and not get into the thick of the drunken mob? (I assume there's gonna be one, ya?) What time is reasonable to head to the venue during the days? We're going on Saturday and Sunday. Thanks!!!
I haven't really experienced a drunken mob there
Yeah, no drunken mobs. PJ fans are kinda old now. My daughter went to Ohana ‘21, week one, separately from my wife and I, with the intention of meeting up. She texted the other siblings, saying she couldn’t find us because “they all look like Mom and Dad.” Gray haired emojis in the replies.
When Grandpa Neil comes on expect a mass exodus of the under 30 crowd.
Hi all! This'll be our first Ohana. How does it work for the headliners? Would they both likely be on the same stage? I'm there for PJ, my wife for Alanis. I've never been, so are there better places to watch from and not get into the thick of the drunken mob? (I assume there's gonna be one, ya?) What time is reasonable to head to the venue during the days? We're going on Saturday and Sunday. Thanks!!!
I haven't really experienced a drunken mob there
Yeah, no drunken mobs. PJ fans are kinda old now. My daughter went to Ohana ‘21, week one, separately from my wife and I, with the intention of meeting up. She texted the other siblings, saying she couldn’t find us because “they all look like Mom and Dad.” Gray haired emojis in the replies.
When Grandpa Neil comes on expect a mass exodus of the under 30 crowd.
I felt like the under 30 crowd mixed in with Stevie Nicks fans
Hi all! This'll be our first Ohana. How does it work for the headliners? Would they both likely be on the same stage? I'm there for PJ, my wife for Alanis. I've never been, so are there better places to watch from and not get into the thick of the drunken mob? (I assume there's gonna be one, ya?) What time is reasonable to head to the venue during the days? We're going on Saturday and Sunday. Thanks!!!
I haven't really experienced a drunken mob there
Yeah, no drunken mobs. PJ fans are kinda old now. My daughter went to Ohana ‘21, week one, separately from my wife and I, with the intention of meeting up. She texted the other siblings, saying she couldn’t find us because “they all look like Mom and Dad.” Gray haired emojis in the replies.
When Grandpa Neil comes on expect a mass exodus of the under 30 crowd.
I felt like the under 30 crowd mixed in with Stevie Nicks fans
I could be wrong. I just remember going against a heavy outflow when heading toward the stage before Ed Solo started.
Hi all! This'll be our first Ohana. How does it work for the headliners? Would they both likely be on the same stage? I'm there for PJ, my wife for Alanis. I've never been, so are there better places to watch from and not get into the thick of the drunken mob? (I assume there's gonna be one, ya?) What time is reasonable to head to the venue during the days? We're going on Saturday and Sunday. Thanks!!!
I haven't really experienced a drunken mob there
Yeah, no drunken mobs. PJ fans are kinda old now. My daughter went to Ohana ‘21, week one, separately from my wife and I, with the intention of meeting up. She texted the other siblings, saying she couldn’t find us because “they all look like Mom and Dad.” Gray haired emojis in the replies.
When Grandpa Neil comes on expect a mass exodus of the under 30 crowd.
I felt like the under 30 crowd mixed in with Stevie Nicks fans
I could be wrong. I just remember going against a heavy outflow when heading toward the stage before Ed Solo started.
Oh, you’re not wrong. I was just noting the one time I wasn’t one of the old guys.
Incubus fans left en masse right before an Ed show.
weird. my experience is that people show up for the last show of the night at festivals. Last thing to go do.
But seems americans do festivalthings weird like;
- mailing out the festival wristbands instwad of giving them out on location - Not allowing you to leave the area and come back (i mean, thats the main purpose of the festival wristband is it not)
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weird. my experience is that people show up for the last show of the night at festivals. Last thing to go do.
But seems americans do festivalthings weird like;
- mailing out the festival wristbands instwad of giving them out on location - Not allowing you to leave the area and come back (i mean, thats the main purpose of the festival wristband is it not)
I kind of hate the lack of in-and-out privileges, although I haven't minded being there the whole time once we're in. It does make you need to plan when you want to get in, though.
In my experience it has been pretty darn crowded for the headliners, although one of those experiences was Pearl Jam, which people were clearly there for. I did see a review from a 20-something last year who went specifically to see Haim, who was great by the way, and she made a comment about the weird festival atmosphere with old people and families!
weird. my experience is that people show up for the last show of the night at festivals. Last thing to go do.
But seems americans do festivalthings weird like;
- mailing out the festival wristbands instwad of giving them out on location - Not allowing you to leave the area and come back (i mean, thats the main purpose of the festival wristband is it not)
Silly European. Stuff your förnuftig crap in a sack! We monetize everything that can be monetized to the maximum amount. You think we’re going to just let you wander down the street and buy a $1 soda and a $2 order of freedom fries? Think again!
weird. my experience is that people show up for the last show of the night at festivals. Last thing to go do.
But seems americans do festivalthings weird like;
- mailing out the festival wristbands instwad of giving them out on location - Not allowing you to leave the area and come back (i mean, thats the main purpose of the festival wristband is it not)
I kind of hate the lack of in-and-out privileges, although I haven't minded being there the whole time once we're in. It does make you need to plan when you want to get in, though.
In my experience it has been pretty darn crowded for the headliners, although one of those experiences was Pearl Jam, which people were clearly there for. I did see a review from a 20-something last year who went specifically to see Haim, who was great by the way, and she made a comment about the weird festival atmosphere with old people and families!
There isn't much to do once inside.. except eat, drink, sit and wait.. once you've seen the art exhibit and listened to a few speakers... it's a very small space
weird. my experience is that people show up for the last show of the night at festivals. Last thing to go do.
But seems americans do festivalthings weird like;
- mailing out the festival wristbands instwad of giving them out on location - Not allowing you to leave the area and come back (i mean, thats the main purpose of the festival wristband is it not)
I kind of hate the lack of in-and-out privileges, although I haven't minded being there the whole time once we're in. It does make you need to plan when you want to get in, though.
In my experience it has been pretty darn crowded for the headliners, although one of those experiences was Pearl Jam, which people were clearly there for. I did see a review from a 20-something last year who went specifically to see Haim, who was great by the way, and she made a comment about the weird festival atmosphere with old people and families!
There isn't much to do once inside.. except eat, drink, sit and wait.. once you've seen the art exhibit and listened to a few speakers... it's a very small space
I've enjoyed the music.
The biggest thing about planning when to get in in my mind is things like food (might be better to eat a large late lunch than deal with the lines and stuff), or merch whether being there early enough to get things or how long you want to carry it around or just stamina.
weird. my experience is that people show up for the last show of the night at festivals. Last thing to go do.
But seems americans do festivalthings weird like;
- mailing out the festival wristbands instwad of giving them out on location - Not allowing you to leave the area and come back (i mean, thats the main purpose of the festival wristband is it not)
I kind of hate the lack of in-and-out privileges, although I haven't minded being there the whole time once we're in. It does make you need to plan when you want to get in, though.
In my experience it has been pretty darn crowded for the headliners, although one of those experiences was Pearl Jam, which people were clearly there for. I did see a review from a 20-something last year who went specifically to see Haim, who was great by the way, and she made a comment about the weird festival atmosphere with old people and families!
There isn't much to do once inside.. except eat, drink, sit and wait.. once you've seen the art exhibit and listened to a few speakers... it's a very small space
I've enjoyed the music.
The biggest thing about planning when to get in in my mind is things like food (might be better to eat a large late lunch than deal with the lines and stuff), or merch whether being there early enough to get things or how long you want to carry it around or just stamina.
I eat at Carlos Restaurant before going in once we get parking...usually gotta get there before 1. Nice patio. And yes the music is the thing of course.
weird. my experience is that people show up for the last show of the night at festivals. Last thing to go do.
But seems americans do festivalthings weird like;
- mailing out the festival wristbands instwad of giving them out on location - Not allowing you to leave the area and come back (i mean, thats the main purpose of the festival wristband is it not)
This is not your standard European style festival with 100k people every day, camping, and all of the other things you are used to. 18-20k people in a state park. At the Beach. A much better environment.
weird. my experience is that people show up for the last show of the night at festivals. Last thing to go do.
But seems americans do festivalthings weird like;
- mailing out the festival wristbands instwad of giving them out on location - Not allowing you to leave the area and come back (i mean, thats the main purpose of the festival wristband is it not)
The purpose of the wristband is to make it easier for them to separate your money from your wallet. Most purchases can be made with your wristband.
Yeah, no drunken mobs. PJ fans are kinda old now. My daughter went to Ohana ‘21, week one, separately from my wife and I, with the intention of meeting up. She texted the other siblings, saying she couldn’t find us because “they all look like Mom and Dad.” Gray haired emojis in the replies.
I spit out my Ovaltine when I read that quote from your daughter!
Looking at going all out for this, 10th wedding anniversary and coming up on my 50th bday. (Or at least that’s how I’m justifying it) We can afford it, is VIP package worth it?
Looking at going all out for this, 10th wedding anniversary and coming up on my 50th bday. (Or at least that’s how I’m justifying it) We can afford it, is VIP package worth it?
I've done both. There are some nice things about VIP. Mostly these relate to less crowded lines and a few nice areas to relax in. Otherwise not much different. No real advantage to seating, etc. Bathrooms were a bit easier to access in VIP. They have plenty in GA as long as you head to the east side of the venue where the port-o-lets are but a lot of people would line up at at the permanent restrooms either unaware that there were multiple open port-o-lets or they just didn't want to use them I guess.
We were laughing at the "free food" tent when we were VIPs back in 2021. People would hover near the tent like vultures and as soon as they brought out trays they would swoop in and snatch it all up. We were up in the bleachers taking it all in. Not sure if that was such a good idea to offer that.
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1998: Noblesville; 2003: Noblesville; 2009: EV Nashville, Chicago, Chicago 2010: St Louis, Columbus, Noblesville; 2011: EV Chicago, East Troy, East Troy 2013: London ON, Chicago; 2014: Cincy, St Louis, Moline (NO CODE) 2016: Lexington, Wrigley #1; 2018: Wrigley, Wrigley, Boston, Boston 2020: Oakland, Oakland:2021: EV Ohana, Ohana, Ohana, Ohana 2022: Oakland, Oakland, Nashville, Louisville; 2023: Chicago, Chicago, Noblesville 2024: Noblesville, Wrigley, Wrigley, Ohana, Ohana
I'm still trying to get a parking plan together. I know there is still plenty of time but I'm wanting to avoid the trudge up that damn hill where we parked in 2021.
Remember the Thomas Nine !! (10/02/2018)
1998: Noblesville; 2003: Noblesville; 2009: EV Nashville, Chicago, Chicago 2010: St Louis, Columbus, Noblesville; 2011: EV Chicago, East Troy, East Troy 2013: London ON, Chicago; 2014: Cincy, St Louis, Moline (NO CODE) 2016: Lexington, Wrigley #1; 2018: Wrigley, Wrigley, Boston, Boston 2020: Oakland, Oakland:2021: EV Ohana, Ohana, Ohana, Ohana 2022: Oakland, Oakland, Nashville, Louisville; 2023: Chicago, Chicago, Noblesville 2024: Noblesville, Wrigley, Wrigley, Ohana, Ohana
Late addition to my tour plans this year and a question about tickets. - should I get on the waiting list for 3 day GA? Does anyone on the waiting list ever get tickets? Do tickets just open up for the general public ever closer to the event? - in 2021 they Ohana had a re-sale system and I got tickets for weekend 1 through this. Is that something they always do?
2003 - June 15 Fargo 2005 - Sept 1 George, Sept 8 Winnipeg 2006 - May 9/10 Toronto, June 26/27 St. Paul, July 22/23 George, Oct 21/22 Mountain View 2007 - Aug 2/5 Chicago 2008 - June 22 Washington, June 24/25 New York 2009 - Aug 21 Toronto, Aug 23/24 Chicago, Sept 21/22 Seattle, Oct 27/28/30/31 Philadelphia 2010 - May 15 Hartford, May 17 Boston, Oct 23/24 Mountain View 2011 - Sept 3/4 Alpine Valley, Sept 11/12 Toronto, Sept 17 Winnipeg, Sept 19 Saskatoon 2012 - Sept 30 Missoula 2013 - July 16 London, July 19 Chicago, Oct 12 Buffalo, Dec 2 Calgary, Dec 4 Vancouver, Dec 6 Seattle 2014 - Oct 16 Detroit, Oct 19 St. Paul, Oct 20 Milwaukee 2015 - Sept 23 (Colbert)/Sept 26, New York 2016 - Apr 28/29 Philadelphia, May 10/12 Toronto, Aug 20/22 Chicago
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Incubus fans left en masse right before an Ed show.
But seems americans do festivalthings weird like;
- mailing out the festival wristbands instwad of giving them out on location
- Not allowing you to leave the area and come back (i mean, thats the main purpose of the festival wristband is it not)
In my experience it has been pretty darn crowded for the headliners, although one of those experiences was Pearl Jam, which people were clearly there for. I did see a review from a 20-something last year who went specifically to see Haim, who was great by the way, and she made a comment about the weird festival atmosphere with old people and families!
The biggest thing about planning when to get in in my mind is things like food (might be better to eat a large late lunch than deal with the lines and stuff), or merch whether being there early enough to get things or how long you want to carry it around or just stamina.
18-20k people in a state park. At the Beach.
A much better environment.
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TIA
We were laughing at the "free food" tent when we were VIPs back in 2021. People would hover near the tent like vultures and as soon as they brought out trays they would swoop in and snatch it all up. We were up in the bleachers taking it all in. Not sure if that was such a good idea to offer that.
1998: Noblesville; 2003: Noblesville; 2009: EV Nashville, Chicago, Chicago
2010: St Louis, Columbus, Noblesville; 2011: EV Chicago, East Troy, East Troy
2013: London ON, Chicago; 2014: Cincy, St Louis, Moline (NO CODE)
2016: Lexington, Wrigley #1; 2018: Wrigley, Wrigley, Boston, Boston
2020: Oakland, Oakland: 2021: EV Ohana, Ohana, Ohana, Ohana
2022: Oakland, Oakland, Nashville, Louisville; 2023: Chicago, Chicago, Noblesville
2024: Noblesville, Wrigley, Wrigley, Ohana, Ohana
1998: Noblesville; 2003: Noblesville; 2009: EV Nashville, Chicago, Chicago
2010: St Louis, Columbus, Noblesville; 2011: EV Chicago, East Troy, East Troy
2013: London ON, Chicago; 2014: Cincy, St Louis, Moline (NO CODE)
2016: Lexington, Wrigley #1; 2018: Wrigley, Wrigley, Boston, Boston
2020: Oakland, Oakland: 2021: EV Ohana, Ohana, Ohana, Ohana
2022: Oakland, Oakland, Nashville, Louisville; 2023: Chicago, Chicago, Noblesville
2024: Noblesville, Wrigley, Wrigley, Ohana, Ohana
Gutted: London 2 2018, Sacramento 2022, Noblesville 2023
- should I get on the waiting list for 3 day GA? Does anyone on the waiting list ever get tickets? Do tickets just open up for the general public ever closer to the event?
- in 2021 they Ohana had a re-sale system and I got tickets for weekend 1 through this. Is that something they always do?
2005 - Sept 1 George, Sept 8 Winnipeg
2006 - May 9/10 Toronto, June 26/27 St. Paul, July 22/23 George, Oct 21/22 Mountain View
2007 - Aug 2/5 Chicago
2008 - June 22 Washington, June 24/25 New York
2009 - Aug 21 Toronto, Aug 23/24 Chicago, Sept 21/22 Seattle, Oct 27/28/30/31 Philadelphia
2010 - May 15 Hartford, May 17 Boston, Oct 23/24 Mountain View
2011 - Sept 3/4 Alpine Valley, Sept 11/12 Toronto, Sept 17 Winnipeg, Sept 19 Saskatoon
2012 - Sept 30 Missoula
2013 - July 16 London, July 19 Chicago, Oct 12 Buffalo, Dec 2 Calgary, Dec 4 Vancouver, Dec 6 Seattle
2014 - Oct 16 Detroit, Oct 19 St. Paul, Oct 20 Milwaukee
2015 - Sept 23 (Colbert)/Sept 26, New York
2016 - Apr 28/29 Philadelphia, May 10/12 Toronto, Aug 20/22 Chicago