Concerts undoubtedly beat the satisfaction from even the best sound system you have at home and for the music lovers, nothing compares to seeing their favorite artists perform live in a concert. To top it off, the adrenalin is higher when a performance is watched with a huge crowd that has the same level of excitement.
But while seasoned attendees are already very much aware of the dos and don’ts, the first-time concert goers can get too overwhelmed by the experience that they tend to forget the essentials to bring along.
To ensure that you will have the best concert experience, here’s a survival checklist to guide first-time concert goers–and even the seasoned attendees!
The Concert Goers’ Survival Checklist
1. Sunscreen
A sunscreen is extra useful during outdoor events. If you are attending a concert that will be held in an open space, you wouldn’t want to be held back from enjoying the event just because of the tendency for your skin to get burned. Keep it handy. For added protection choose a broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher.
2. Comfy Clothes & Shoes
A concert hall is not the best place to wear your favorite dress or pumps. Keep in mind that you will be joining a huge crowd and will only be given limited space to move around. The last thing you’d want is to feel discomfort because of your chosen OOTD. Below is a helpful guide in choosing your outfit:
● Choose breathable clothes. Cotton and linen fabric are most preferred to keep you fresh.
● Don’t let dirt and sweat stains bother you by opting for dark colored clothes.
● Avoid the inconvenience of rompers and jumpsuits or you’ll waste too much time in the restroom while the concert is ongoing.
● Don’t let achy feet get in the way of fun. Make sure to wear only the most comfortable but stylish footwear.
3. On-the-go Snacks and Water
Hunger pangs are hard to ignore–and worse, you may feel them at the most exciting part of the concert. Don’t be distracted and get torn with the idea of queueing at food stations or resisting your hunger. A candy, snack and a bottle of water can save a concert goer’s day.
4. Fully Functional Devices
Sure you want to share your once in a lifetime moments at the concert, but only a fully charged phone with data connection can make this happen. As such, it is important to ensure that your phone and other gadgets are fully charged, functional and ready to go. Don’t forget your prepaid load because you’ll never know if there’ll be a need to contact your friends or family.
5. Flashlight
Even with outstanding stage lights and effects, you may find the need for a bright and normal lighting to check your path or to pick something that you dropped. Just make sure that you’ll choose a flashlight that you can easily keep and carry.
6. Hygiene Kit
You wouldn’t want to cut short your concert experience just because of a ‘messy situation’. Face it, you’ll be in a crowded place with insufficient lighting and you’d be lucky if you’d be able to keep yourself clean all throughout. Keep sanitizers, wipes and tissue handy, just in case there’ll be a need for you to tidy up.
7. Cash
During concerts, you need to keep a certain amount in your pocket because you can never tell if you’ll feel the urge to buy food, drinks and even souvenirs. You’ll surely be disappointed to find that you don’t have cash in hand, especially if you can’t find any ATM machine near the concert venue.
8. Necessary Meds
Rescue medications are most important for people who are suffering from health conditions, such as asthma, respiratory and heart problems. Congested places can trigger medical conditions and even if you are in perfect shape, it will still be smart to bring medications such as paracetamols, pain relievers and antiemetics, in case of emergency.
A concert goer’s checklist can be your lifesaver and can keep any sort of inconvenience get in the way of your first concert experience.
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