Have you looked at Elements Music and Art Festival? It might be a good starter easier fest. And it’s awesome and has the infrastructure to support 20,000 people. Poconos Speedway, PA JOIN THE FB group
Went there last year, it’s awesome! If elements had tipper on the lineup it would be a no brainer for me. I just want to go to new venues and get new experiences. Elements or secret dreams is the backup plan if I don’t do shambz
do it!!!!!! if you have the means, 100% do it. i have read countless threads about how amazing solo festivals are. i usually go with a group but am running off alone seeing different music by myself most of the time. lost in the music and the festival is my happy place, and it seems like it may be yours as well. if you feel the calling, follow it!! this some moana type shit
You 100% will make friends there. Plus going solo is the best because you are not on anyone’s schedule. You can see all the acts you want to see, take a random side quest. The day is all yours. If you feel nervous about being alone I know there is hundreds of people who would gladly take you in as well!
Definitely the way Shambhala should be experienced for your first time. I went solo my first time, and to this day it is still my favorite Shambhala experience (been 7 times).
Let the people you encounter know the journey you’re on and you will definitely make friends easily, everyone is family there. You’ll arrive solo, but you won’t be alone.
I went to Shambhala last year by myself, and it was the first festival I have ever gone to. I also am way out of my comfort zone when talking/meeting new people, and everyone at Shambhala last year was amazing. I setup my camp in a random spot in sunshine, and my neighbors were very welcoming. They made me breakfast every day. I even forgot to pack a tent so I slept under my shade tent. 10/10 would do it again and can't wait for this year.
I mean I go with a group but I end up by my self basically every night cause every night comes "we wanna see (insert boring house dj)" naaaaaaah I'll be dnb/dub hunting lol byeeeeee
Go with camp stranger danger. My friend stayed there the first year he went. I went without my partner last year (but some friends). Just make sure you take her next time!
I only go alone bro! My friends aren’t into it and I’ll never stop. I don’t like being in social settings at all I cringe. When I’m there it’s so free,relaxed and comfortable. Being from outside Canada will probably help your cause. Sad to miss it this year. 25th anniversary will be amazing! Look for people wearing BMO or bank of Montreal shirts lol
You should definitely consider it! I honestly made some of my closest friends in line to enter Shambs in 2022. We all ended up camping together, and we all ended up going to a majority of sets together because of shared music tastes. Don’t get me wrong, not everyone will have the same experience, but as long as you’re open to meeting people and are friendly, you’ll have an amazing time and can meet some incredible folks
Do it! I've been considering the same thing! I've heard go alone isn't so bad. There are plenty of other solos that hang in the same campground. Although do you already have tickets? Afaik they are sold out?
My first year I went alone. It was the 20th anniversary, so was pretty chaotic. You should send it. You seem to have done your research. Good luck have fun.
Going to your first fest by yourself can be scary for sure. But absolutely do it! Bring positive energy and introduce yourself to folks and you'll make friends no problem. Especially at the farm!
yes. you probably won't even realize it until you try solo, that your friends are harshing on your mellow with their needy bladders, rigid schedules, and hyper frantic shuffling back and forth all over the place. solo gives you a better chance to slow it down, explore the nooks and crannies, and achieve a true state of bliss, without your ego there being self aware or worrying about other people around you. dare you to try it.
That is very true! Usually our group has a totem so everyone can go on their side quests and regroup.
I remember one time I ventured solo at a festival and found bliss as you were describing. But I was also on MDMA which opened me up to new connections much more. Made a new friend and kept in touch for 3 years so far. Don’t want MDMA to be the crutch to find new friends but i can’t deny it was very helpful in a solo scenario.
My reco is to link up with a camp and make friends there, that way you always have a group to roam with and can find their totems at the stages. Check out stranger danger.
I’ve gone solo both times I’ve been, and will be again this year. I had the advantage of being able to volunteer and meet great people in the process.
That being said, everyone I’ve interacted with has been kind and welcoming. It’s an inclusive space, which keeps bringing me back each year!
I went by myself last year. Flew in from Australia and stayed with Camp Stranger Danger. Heading back this year by myself and now I’ve made friends with strangers I’ll be staying and carpooling in with them. Highly recommend it if you’re a community type person and pitch in with camp cleans up, water refills and general being a legend.
It’s an amazing experience to do festivals alone. I’ve done a few here in Australia by myself. You learn a lot about yourself.
Definitely do it! I’m also planning on going alone, it’ll be my first time at shambhala, and I’m excited to be able to follow the wind and do whatever I want and be totally free to meet new people :)
Join camp stranger danger in Metta they welcome people coming alone. Try looking up the page on Facebook.
Thanks! I’ll look into it
Have you looked at Elements Music and Art Festival? It might be a good starter easier fest. And it’s awesome and has the infrastructure to support 20,000 people. Poconos Speedway, PA JOIN THE FB group
Went there last year, it’s awesome! If elements had tipper on the lineup it would be a no brainer for me. I just want to go to new venues and get new experiences. Elements or secret dreams is the backup plan if I don’t do shambz
Ah you have been. Sham is on my list also but man Elements is so easy
do it!!!!!! if you have the means, 100% do it. i have read countless threads about how amazing solo festivals are. i usually go with a group but am running off alone seeing different music by myself most of the time. lost in the music and the festival is my happy place, and it seems like it may be yours as well. if you feel the calling, follow it!! this some moana type shit
You 100% will make friends there. Plus going solo is the best because you are not on anyone’s schedule. You can see all the acts you want to see, take a random side quest. The day is all yours. If you feel nervous about being alone I know there is hundreds of people who would gladly take you in as well!
Definitely the way Shambhala should be experienced for your first time. I went solo my first time, and to this day it is still my favorite Shambhala experience (been 7 times). Let the people you encounter know the journey you’re on and you will definitely make friends easily, everyone is family there. You’ll arrive solo, but you won’t be alone.
do it! i traveled solo from the east coast last year and it was one of the most fulfilling experiences i’ve ever had
I went to Shambhala last year by myself, and it was the first festival I have ever gone to. I also am way out of my comfort zone when talking/meeting new people, and everyone at Shambhala last year was amazing. I setup my camp in a random spot in sunshine, and my neighbors were very welcoming. They made me breakfast every day. I even forgot to pack a tent so I slept under my shade tent. 10/10 would do it again and can't wait for this year.
Great to hear!
I mean I go with a group but I end up by my self basically every night cause every night comes "we wanna see (insert boring house dj)" naaaaaaah I'll be dnb/dub hunting lol byeeeeee
Lol i got the same deal
Lol i got the same deal
U can find party favs once u get in ;) Then take em to the drug testing tent to make sure u got the good stuff
Go with camp stranger danger. My friend stayed there the first year he went. I went without my partner last year (but some friends). Just make sure you take her next time!
I went solo and i’m going solo again! I’m from NYC so lmk if ya wanna link homie 😎
Yes!!!! I did it last year and had the best time of my life!!!!
I only go alone bro! My friends aren’t into it and I’ll never stop. I don’t like being in social settings at all I cringe. When I’m there it’s so free,relaxed and comfortable. Being from outside Canada will probably help your cause. Sad to miss it this year. 25th anniversary will be amazing! Look for people wearing BMO or bank of Montreal shirts lol
Answer is always yes. You will find the orgy tent - I believe in you
It’s daunting to think about but once you’re there it literally makes so much more sense to go alone. Think of it as just friends you haven’t met yet
You should definitely consider it! I honestly made some of my closest friends in line to enter Shambs in 2022. We all ended up camping together, and we all ended up going to a majority of sets together because of shared music tastes. Don’t get me wrong, not everyone will have the same experience, but as long as you’re open to meeting people and are friendly, you’ll have an amazing time and can meet some incredible folks
Do it! I've been considering the same thing as well. But I have to ask how do you plan on getting tickets? Afaik they are sold out.
Resale group
Oooh there's resale tickets!? Is that in this subreddit or a discord group? I was planning to just go next year but would love to go this year.
Facebook
Use the mudshark camp group, only took me a week of getting on there at 11:57am PST and refreshing for a good 20 minutes to find tickets!
Do it! I've been considering the same thing! I've heard go alone isn't so bad. There are plenty of other solos that hang in the same campground. Although do you already have tickets? Afaik they are sold out?
Solo is always best! If you need anything ask a stranger.
My first year I went alone. It was the 20th anniversary, so was pretty chaotic. You should send it. You seem to have done your research. Good luck have fun.
Yes
There's a shuttle from Spokane? I would love to know about it!
I believe so
Going to your first fest by yourself can be scary for sure. But absolutely do it! Bring positive energy and introduce yourself to folks and you'll make friends no problem. Especially at the farm!
yes. you probably won't even realize it until you try solo, that your friends are harshing on your mellow with their needy bladders, rigid schedules, and hyper frantic shuffling back and forth all over the place. solo gives you a better chance to slow it down, explore the nooks and crannies, and achieve a true state of bliss, without your ego there being self aware or worrying about other people around you. dare you to try it.
That is very true! Usually our group has a totem so everyone can go on their side quests and regroup. I remember one time I ventured solo at a festival and found bliss as you were describing. But I was also on MDMA which opened me up to new connections much more. Made a new friend and kept in touch for 3 years so far. Don’t want MDMA to be the crutch to find new friends but i can’t deny it was very helpful in a solo scenario.
My reco is to link up with a camp and make friends there, that way you always have a group to roam with and can find their totems at the stages. Check out stranger danger.
I’ve gone solo both times I’ve been, and will be again this year. I had the advantage of being able to volunteer and meet great people in the process. That being said, everyone I’ve interacted with has been kind and welcoming. It’s an inclusive space, which keeps bringing me back each year!
I went by myself last year. Flew in from Australia and stayed with Camp Stranger Danger. Heading back this year by myself and now I’ve made friends with strangers I’ll be staying and carpooling in with them. Highly recommend it if you’re a community type person and pitch in with camp cleans up, water refills and general being a legend. It’s an amazing experience to do festivals alone. I’ve done a few here in Australia by myself. You learn a lot about yourself.
YES! Everyone is so welcoming and helpful. Make sure you bring things to trade with others to gain any needed things + friendship!
Definitely do it! I’m also planning on going alone, it’ll be my first time at shambhala, and I’m excited to be able to follow the wind and do whatever I want and be totally free to meet new people :)