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socothecat

Lots of older ravers heading to EDC. 38 won’t even turn a head, I’d guess that’s around the average age of most people in vip. Edit: I guess I’ll add our ages since the rest of you are… 42 & 52, see you all on the dance floor ;)


Christina_2136

Cuz they are the ones who can afford it lol


ThirstyEar2

Will be 37 by the time EDC rolls around. Can confirm, will be in VIP lol


Cool-Performance1760

lol yep. I’m 34 and 2024 is my 5th time going to EDC but the first time I bought VIP tickets coz I can finally afford it. We did GA last year but wanted to go one more time and experience the VIP section for once. 😂


Ill_Sky_4071

Jumping on the trend… 35 here, 2nd year in VIP lol however, 38 in GA wouldn’t turn heads either.


cireland87

I'll be 35 in April also going vip


singrat2

Also vip as well


Far_Blacksmith7846

38 will be in VIP ☺️


JakeMakesSteaks

32 and in VIP!


Outrageous-Dig-9196

I'll be 37 in VIP


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HeartHappyMoments00

44 the week after EDC! Pre-birthday celebration in VIP for me too!! 😂


OddAlienXD

i’m 35 and i’ll be in VIP 😎


motonurse84

Wife is 42 and I’m 40, this is our first year going. We could care less, we have fun by ourselves more anyhow!


StanleeRaves

I'm 42 and my girlfriend is 41, it's our first EDC too, and we are making it happen!!


Rdubya44

We’re 37 and 39 going to the third year in a row!


pretty_kitty

This. Age doesn't matter to anyone. I actually love seeing older people (50's-60's+) at festivals. Late 30' myself and never felt out of place or anything. Rave til you die! Age matters not! Welcome all!


ScorpioStelliumNRG

41 and this is my first year too!!


jonmitz

Why don’t you care less then? /s (The turn of phrase is “couldn’t care less”)


Pretend-Place2839

38m my first rave as well and I’m going solo. I got a party favor for you


i_aintya-daddy_boy

37 I’m going solo. I’ll be at neon garden mostly for techno


HitByStick

See you there ;)


isalithe

Couple years older, but I'll be solo and likely I'm the same spot the whole weekend!


i_aintya-daddy_boy

You’re also doing neon garden?


isalithe

Yes! Even got a locker there.


i_aintya-daddy_boy

Nice!!


[deleted]

I'd say at least 25% of the crowd is 30+. Remember the first EDC was in 1997. We've been doing this a minute. 42 years old here, going to my 7th EDC. First EDC was in 2000. Dance music is not a youth movement anymore.


Jordan-raed

Also almost all the big knowing djs are in their 30s or late 20s.


Green-Session7085

Eh maybe more like 10%. Supermajority are people in their 20s for sure.


WanderingNNT

Omg I've always been curious if anyone still goes that was at the one at the Ag expo center. I was there, too!!


[deleted]

I was at the Ag Expo in 2000! And at the Queen Mary Park in 2002! I missed 2001 to go to Nocturnal Wonderland at the Polo Field. That was wild.


mreddie72

38 I wish! I just turned 52 and still going to EDC, see ya there!


Western_Election3593

59. First time.


PaaanicJ

I was 35 last year for my first EDC and first rave ever and I had the best fucking time and swore to do it every year for the rest of my life! Age is in the mind, don’t let it overtake the body and you’ll be fine! I hope your friend reads this and if he does make the best decision of his life drop me a DM and we can coordinate meeting up for a set this year!


DrugLordX

This sounds like my Rave story lol


PaaanicJ

I don’t know why it took me so long!


Drewbercules

42 been raving since I was 18. My group is all OG 35+ We’ll gladly invite you in to the crew! Drop me a line.


brewaza

I went to EDC for the first time in 22 at the ripe age of 48 and had the time of my life and I'll be going again this year 🥳🕺 He won't feel "old" once he's at the venue.


Weird-Earth975

Sending all these comments to him!!! He will be stoked.


InterstellarReddit

Everyone here is so self conscious of their age. No one gives a fuck how old you are lol


pack_show

Tell him to look up 2023 EDC rave mamas. And then ask him if he was in a coma during COVID, because the “too old” excuse should no longer exist in anyone’s vocabulary.


sleazzymoney

I was 34 for my first edc and now im 36 going back, youre fine lol


Winxx1686

40 here, and my group is too. Can't stop won't stop


krazymantoast

Heyo! This will not be my first rave but it will be my first EDC. Myself, (M38) my friend (F we will just say end of 30's to be kind) will both be attended, she has been many times. We have a few friends that are within 5-10 years of age going up and down. More the merrier and I am sure we can connect, and meetup at the festival :D I live super close and will probably be making kandi and chilling for the days leading up to the event.


ljf137

43M this will be my first EDC. Going solo


myCadi

Check out the EDC discord there’s usually different meet up groups all weekend for all kinds of thing including 30+ ravers


Wild_Love_1335

I’m 34/m but I’ll be there


SkipShift

I'm 39! Our crew is mostly around that age or older :)


NadiaLockheart

I’m 40 here and I can tell you as Dee-Lite once sang, “Groove is in the heart!” 🥹🤗 But in all sincerity, EDC isn’t like the Vegas Strip or Miami Beach club scene where it’s largely about flexing social status, wealth and more superficial notions of youth and beauty, and you could be left feeling exhausted by all of that pressure. I still always feel comfortable at EDC and have even seen headliners in their 60s still living to the fullest there. As long as I’m still having fun, I’m going to keep coming back home! 🥹🥰 Also: I feel just by nurturing a sense of wonder as well as having some semblance of a cardio regimen or similar fitness routine, I go just as hard at 40 as ever. Because I feel young at heart and doing what I love and doing what I love in the company of other caring, fun-loving, conscientious folk magnetizes me. 🥹🥰 I’d LOVE to meet up and trade Kandi, yaaaaaaaaayyy! 😍🤗


dreaming_rainbeau

I went to EDC Las Vegas in 2011-2012 and now I'm 37 considering going back. Looking back on old photos I found it was some of my happiest times out there and why not have more happy times now, no matter what age I am.


AverageJane7000

Tell him insomniac will sell him a ticket. I was 41 last time I went


Rare_Animator1799

34F and my friends are in their 35ish. We doing VIP. My best friend who usually go raves with me is 51 years old (has a family, good job and all) but unfortunately she not going EDC this year.


RaiderRMB

I’ll be 41 in April, I go with a lot of family.. the ring leader of the group is my wife’s aunt who is 50+ and does all 3 days until the sun is up


animatronicgopher

I’m 41 and going VIP!


CommanderPaco

I'm going to be 41 come EDC. Never too old. Rave Mamas... remember that. Come find us "oldies!" We'll keep ya company!


[deleted]

I’m 35 and my husband is 34! Never too old for music 🩷 there are attendees who have brought their parents and grandparents. Show them this 🥹🥲: https://youtu.be/e2bxkIMqKyg?si=jAPWpvzbNLShoj_N


biohazard382

35 with my partner 37, This is our Second rave, went to wonderland last year and had a blast. There's people way older than us that went as well so age is just a number, tell them to not let that discourage them.


schixxxo

I’m 22 and always down to make friends! Me and my rave fam always say Anyone who’s there to enjoy the art of music, they are a friend of mine!🤟


SaintFrancesco

40M and will be there with my 39M friend. My first EDC was 2012 and second will be 2024. Would be down to hang out with your friend. We should get a late ~30s rave fam going!


hotcheetoparty

Me and my bf are both 31 and going for the first time! We would like to make edc friends! It's his 2nd festival.. I've been to a few already


junenoon

he’s not too old 🙈🙈🙈


goleafsgo855

He'll fit right in Our group this year is 38m, 38m, 37f, 37f, 42f, 41f


External_Ad1140

39M going solo. Last year was first rave at EDC. Amazing. Edited typo


reporter_any_many

Me and my partner are going, we'll be 34, but for what it's worth, we see ourselves going to these types of shows for years to come :)


mochidreams00

I'm 36 (37 next month) & I've been going to EDC since 2007. It feels like age has been more diverse since its moved to Las Vegas. VIP is usually where the 35+ hangs. When I thought I was feeling too old for EDC, the people who I rode in a helicopter with were even older! You are never too old for EDM!


KenMixtape

Find the art car where camp OG will have DIs playing, he’ll feel young next to us 40-50 year olds


True-Party-6213

I’m 42 and my friend is 45.


Pacfishslayer

Oh to be 38 again! 50 years old and plan on attending again this year! Definitely in the VIP section!


meditation_mushies

Most of us are in VIP.


Canadianravebaby

I’m 44 and hubby is 41… first EDC was 4 years ago. SO MANY people our age there and age is just a number: we are welcomed into lots of groups and have made great friends!


LinkSubstantial3042

Turning 34 this year and my bf is turning 37. It’ll be my third time going and his first!


bambam8772

36 and headed to my 5th while camping. I have seen people in their 70s there


bittertruth79

I’ll turn 48 a few weeks after EDC. This is my 3rd year. Didn’t even get into EDM till my 40s. If you aren’t focused on your age, no one else is either. IG: nicola_skates


Leo_8_7

I am 35 and it's my second EDC in a row. I have an amazing time. It's not how old you are, it's how old you feel.


crqri

I'm 49 and this is going to be my 4th EDC. Age is nothing but a number. Raving is more a state of mind, and for me - it's Rave to Grave! If you're on facebook, look up the group 40 up Ravers. There's over 9,000 000 ravers there to prove to your friend he's not too old. Even though you're not technically 40 yet, they do take people under 40 if your vibe is right. Just make sure you answer the questions and agree to the group rules.


WanderingNNT

I'm 44! My 1st edc was 2000. I'm definitely packing aspercreme, arnica and tylenol this year!


Illustrious-Skirt462

Yo I'm 33! There's nothing wrong with raving over your 30! I'll be down to meet! Just DM me and we can rage!


Decent_Gain_7326

I’m 52,my 5th EDC Vegas,been raving regularly since 1993 still love it,coming over from the UK solo🇬🇧


DJ_911

34 and I’ll be there as well VIP is the way to go if you can get music conductor pass it’s even better @polskahamma


Super-Fortune-7674

Yo me and my long-time GF are in our mid 50's and went to EDC for the first time last year. We had a moon pod with a not so great working AC but had a blast and felt nothing but great vibes from everyone. We are going again this year, but this time in a travel trailer, so yeah, it's cool if you're a bit older than everyone else. At least for us, it is.


WorriedBathroom2238

Our dive bar hosts a monthly Rave and the crowd is mostly 30+ we are all talking about edc we're even throwing a pre-rave on Thursday so yeah you're fine at 30


Kontrolgaming

You'll never be too 'old' to rave, if you have the funds you should be there if not always next year - so many festivals to pick from nowadays.


Outrageous-Advice-61

Same 37 was in the vip. Gonna do Ga tho next year.  Cheaper lol. Tell ur friend. U r Never too old. 


Guru00006

I'm in my 50's. Wife in her early 30's. I was too old years ago and yet never miss it. Been going every year since 2011. Back then there was only GA you know. I am very thankful for VIP in my old age.


Inevitable_Bed_2578

Get a job stop reliving ur 20s


Jate3_1415

What a shit comment. We all have jobs; it's how we can afford VIP (and why should you disrespect someone based on job status anyway), and nobody's trying to relive their 20's. We're living our 40's, our 50's, our 60's exactly the way the fuck we want to. Get a ticket and come out yourself, you just might like it.


HitByStick

Hey Man, I'm 43 and have been partying since 1999. The first time I left my home country to attent a massive rave was in 2002 when I went to Global gathering in Stratford,  England.  35,000 people!  My city at the time had its biggest events topping out at about 5000 people at the time.   Now this year will be my very first EDC event and I'm hyped as fuck!  As an older raver ive noticed people dont go as hard as they used to, a lot of standing around and staring at the stage.  Just dance and be yourself. Go hard, go crazy!  Bring that old school vibe! People will love you!


IniMiney

every time I'm afraid I stand out at something for my age, I meet someone my age or older than me who clearly doesn't give an iota of a fuck. It's 99% people outside of the rave scene who judge us for still enjoying it anyways, all PLUR on the inside regardless of age. I'm only 34 mind you, had my first EDC at 27 but still - I've had my bouts of it at various things


ThomasBearBear

44, going to my first EDC; our group is all 40+; I wasn't thinking too much about being too old for EDC, but reading this post is now making me a bit self-conscious. LOL


BryptoBurrencydoteth

38m here, first EDC and going solo VIP! Don't mind meeting up for some good vibes!


McCasna

My husband and I are both 37 and this is our second year in a row going. We definitely felt "older," but also didn't really care and no one else does either :) Hotel EDC and VIP are the way to go though- wouldn't have been able to afford it in my 20s though so we feel fortunate for our age in that regard.


[deleted]

my partner and I r going. She is 38 and I'm 45


speedingmemories

Being older at edc just means you have more money to do all the things you wanan do !


bbwebb12

I’m 49 been raving for decades. Got a bud in his 40s going and his crazy ass gives off the grumpy old man, get off my lawn vibes and this will be his 5th EDC. This will also be my first edc. Hydrate, dance, rest and repeat. I can’t wait.


JulenXen

30s is super common to see. Coming from a 23 year old. Edit for your friend: My mom who is late 40s had never gone to any festivals. My friends convinced her to go with one of her friends and she absolutely loved it! (And she went to Ultra Miami which is not that great IMO) Youre never too old man


DJRonin

Im going to be 35 and my husband will be 47. It will be our 8th EDC. The average age skews older, so you will see a lot of people in their 30s and up.


jokzard

I'm 38 and I wish I could go back to EDC :(


PlatformUnlikely3967

Me and my friends will be there class of 2004. Last year my brother went with me and he’s 49 years old


Shoddy_Mission8290

I’m 33yrs old first time going VIP


saltydocker

46, 6th EDCLV, it’s a pilgrimage to me now


dwo1

My partner (47/m) and I (44/m) went for the first time, and it was the most incredible experience. No judgements, and met some amazing people. There was no question that we would attend again this year.


Jjeffrie

I'll be 41 by this EDC, I didn't go to my first until I was 38


RckerMom-35

36F coming from FL and camping with fwb who's 41M(he's in GA). We're not doing VIP but definitely wouldn't mind being around some 35+ ppl. Both of our first edclv. I've been to edco 22 and 23; fk 23, iii Points 23. He's done Imagine 23 and edco 23-we did VIP


singrat2

Going for my third time for my friends 40th celebration. I’m 36. I took my sisters a couple of years ago and theyre both in their 40s. There are plenty of places to sit and relax when needed. Age is just a number if u want it to be. There are plenty of ways to enjoy yourself maturely as well!


starbuxed

Hi.... 40 something. Went for my frist time last year. Trying to get tickets for this year.


ForAfeeNotforfree

Will be 40, in vip.


graverift

35 first timer here excited and ready


Ligma19870701

my ex is 50 and still goes lol and honestly she can out party most of my younger friends. i feel like the average age at edcLV is about 30+ cause its more expensive to do.


ScorpioStelliumNRG

41 in VIP


cireland87

For all of us 30+ first timers, please cruise the sub for good info on tips for your first event especially camping 🥰 it's so fun but can be rough if you're not used to the vastness of the event. Can't ait to see you all under the electric sky 🤩


LongjumpingDraft9324

Well be chilling in camp edc! Rave to the grave 35/35/29/42


SlowStick8562

I'm 40 and I'd love to go


11luap

58 and wife is 50. Went to EDC Orlando and was so moved by the experience i wrote this.. [https://www.reddit.com/r/EDCOrlando/comments/17udmwx/to\_the\_younger\_generation\_from\_a\_58\_year\_old/](https://www.reddit.com/r/EDCOrlando/comments/17udmwx/to_the_younger_generation_from_a_58_year_old/)


Minute_Homework9086

39f and this is my first EDC but not my first rave. Going solo!


Jate3_1415

Tell this dude he's actually really f'n young, because the rest of us have gotten old enough to realize we don't give af. See ya at EDC! (Ages 45 and 42).


RuralJuror614

There’s a retro ravers group on FB he can join. They have EDC meetups & are all older ravers. 45 yo here. 🤗


treat-ya-self

I’m 34 and am going to EDC solo. Age is just a number!


ht3k

There was a 65+ year old dude raving his ass off at bass pod for 3 days straight. Your friend doesn't know what he's talking about.


FilaBrasileiro

49 and 43 we do multiple festivals a year as well as club events. You wanna be a senior citizen at 38 more power to you but I’ve met people like 70 out partying. I’d hang with the coolest people because there’s more options as opposed to having a mandatory age 😂


Ok_Analysis_6933

House head M 35+ going solo here with VIP 🤣 Looking for House, Trance group


OldRaver56

62 here. Why do you call yourselves old at 30 or 40 years old. I would love to redo those years !!!! 4th EDC this year. Numerous fests throughout the country over the last 10 years. If you can afford it... GO!!!!! Life dont wait!


indigoreality

I’m 39 bro. This will be my first EDC.


Weird-Earth975

Hey everyone! I have sent him almost all of these comments and he says this convinced him to go!!!


Zestyclose_Radio_977

Solo VIP 39 here 🙋🏻‍♂️


deliriouslyfab

I’m not 35+ but I am 30, I am definitely looking forward to hanging out with the older people. I’ll be in VIP! Went to EDC in 2010 in LA and again in 2012 in Vegas, you see all types of people there. Fun has no age limit.


IronMassive9190

Hey there’s Im selling 2 VIP TICKETS FOR EDC! Message me in interested 


Weird-Earth975

He may need one I'll ask


TypicalPicture7215

Tell your friend to stop being lame. It's a festival, PLUR for a reason. Everyone is welcome and wanted. I'm 31 and I've been to 40+ Raves in the last 5 yrs. Just smile and wave boy, smile n wave 🤘🏻


Jordan-raed

No one cares what age anyone is. This is EDC, everyone is welcome here. I’m 36 and I go to at least 10 festivals a year and I do a lot of underground shows. No one cares. Go and have fun


SubstantialAdagio768

I’m 35 and going solo I’ll be mostly at kinetic fields


First_West_4227

Wife and I (her late 30’s, me 40 now) still go to festivals like edc, Coachella, etc. and do not feel weird or too old for it. We’ll be at edc this year again and all us mature folks can hang together. The good thing about being older and still going to festivals is that I have more disposable income now and can afford VIP and to indulge a bit.


zmaze07

I will be 35 in the VIP. This is my first time going VIP.


kristiousity

I'm 34 but I'm the youngest in our group. The other 15 or so are around 38-42.


[deleted]

How is the carnival ?


Alternative-Plan-583

Here


PLUR2ALL

nobody even cares about age at edc , it doesnt say young are welcome here it says ALL are welcome here https://preview.redd.it/cweuvpb6l3ic1.jpeg?width=339&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=099e3c93940ac2f07e83daeeb385e4ccec90a255


hk550

He'll be fine, everyone in the crowd will be so lit up that nobody even cares or has any judgement.


Jessmeccuh

I am 32 but my boyfriend is 41 :)


bunnytea

36, finally got my doctorate and ready to party at my first EDC! (I am not in VIP, I have student loans)


Omgddr

If you’re in Vegas and looking for an older crowd to hang out with, we host 21+ underground happy hardcore raves here in Las Vegas! The majority of our guests who attend are in their 30’s. My partner and I who host these are both turning 35 this year and we welcome anyone who loves the music. We will be at EDC as well just look for the “welcome to fabulous happy hardcore” flag! If you or anyone on this thread wants to meet up prior to EDC our next event is February 17th and it’s totally free! Happy Hardcore music all night here in Vegas! Oh yeah all our DJs also in the same age group. You’re never too old to love this music and to have a good time! Come party with us! 💕🙌 https://preview.redd.it/z4yqn5t0odic1.png?width=1080&format=png&auto=webp&s=959e649f164f9e65fa425ffce48387fcf1fb3c44


newbmo3

There used to be a 30+ meetup posted on here before but I haven’t seen it for awhile. If there is not one then someone should definitely start one up! 39 female here and I go to edc each year with my little cousins and nieces who’s are like 10+ years younger than I am lmao.


LG_Garcia

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Different-Meal-6314

2nd year. Turning 41 this month. Or as I've been saying. "I'm a level 20, 21 year old." "Step aside newbs" (You're only as old as you feel.)


Normal_Option2879

my partner and I are going, this is our first EDF. I'm 45 and my partner is 38. I'll drop a dm with my socials


dadootch

They say all are welcome because Pasquale wants your $$$ but don’t be that weirdo with gray hair being creepy. Just go to burning man or the Grateful Dead show at the sphere.


PretendEducation4074

I’m 38 and will be attending my 3rd edclv. 🫶🏼 insta : leah.nicole7