Electric Daisy Carnival

EDC has grown a whole lot. This use to be my annual music fest, who am I kidding thee best rave everrrrrr and still going strong! I loved it when it was here in LA! I wish they would come back here but hey its a great excuse for a road trip. I went to EDC LA until the last year they had it here. This is how a crowd get down and real. The music is always great and when the beat drops the crowd goes wilding.
I love making costumes for each day. It’s really my favorite part besides the music. We get to see so much creativity come out of people. Always good vibes and awesome people.
The last year in LA was crazy though, music was turned off in the main room for a long time, and vendors refused to sell anything until the music was back on. People were jumping from the seating area into the arena, on vendor tents. I guess they had a good reason not to hold it here anymore lol.
Although it’s no longer in LA. EDC is still thee most awesome rave and you can experience it in Las Vegas the city that never sleeps, just like ravers! LOL
PLUR! (^_​^)

It’s crazy how EDC has grown since my first time attending in 2010. I can honestly say its such an amazing experience reason why Ive gone every year. Though everyone wishes it would come back to LA but having it in Vegas just gives it more of an adventure. See you guys there this year!

What can i say about EDC… This is definitely something to experience. Its out of this world AMAZING. one of the things i love most about Raves is the fact that you can act anyway, dress anyway be a complete weirdo and instead of getting weird looks people join along! Its amazing to act truly urself and be accepted. Theres no judgement. Insomniac puts on the best events possible and they really go above and beyond. This shall be my second year in vegas and 3^rd year overall. And I CANNOT WAIT !!! The music, the people, the rides, THE MUSIC!!! Ugh i cant even put it into words. JUST GO!

A star for every year I’ve been to EDC Los Angeles. This festival was my first rave ever, after my friend kidnapped me to go here. It is soo crazy seeing this event reach the level that it has now out in Las Vegas, where it is now. I went the last years that it was only 1 day. and then 2 days. then when I thought it couldn’t get any better, Insomniac made it 3 days long in Vegas!
Other than the last year that EDC was in LA, EDC LA was an epic event. The last year didn’t really impress me, because Deadmau5, who I was really looking forward to see, played the worst show ever! He literally came out a total of 3 times during his set and it was obvious he was playing a pre-​recorded set. Other than being disappointed during his set, every other aspect (including other DJs) of the EDCs I have attended were phenomenal. EDC LA left a life-​long impression on me and has hooked me as a life loyal attendee.

EDC. Electric Daisy Carnival. the best and most exhilarating rave of MY time??? in my opinion, it’s one of my favorite raves. My favorite DJs and the theme of the flowers (I have an obsession with flowers.), the location (it WAS held at the LA Colosseum for many years until recently, ahem) being outdoors in a wide and open area. you have to actually attend to know the feeling but I’ve been to EDC twice (2009 & 2010) and both times had to be the best times of my life.
There’s just something about EDC that makes it stand out from the rest. Yes, it’s outdoors and consists of some of the best DJs and maybe it’s the weather but I’m seriously not sure how to explain this 5 star feeling in words but take my advice, go to EDC and you be the judge.
Important tip: Don’t overdose on drugs and ruin it for the rest of us.
Sincerely, a girl who’s never popped and has attended many raves strictly because I love the music. After all, isn’t that what these raves are about? The music?

EDC 2008… someone stole my cell phone out of my pocket but i still had a ridiculously good time… the music… the lights… the insanely good vibes… everything was beautiful… twas a blur.
EDC 2010… got VIP tickets (best decision ever)…the cheeseburger we ate while waiting for the epicness to begin… lil jon making an appearance, and yelling over all the music (ok that was weird)…the beats and melodies carrying us away while the evening sunset enveloped the entire arena with a vibrant orange-​yellow illumination… the utter epicness and oneness with the music… the happiness that uplifted every moment… the INSANE rides… armin van buuren ENHANCING the insane rides… OMG. i had the time of my life.
starting this year the electric daisy carnival may never be the same again, but i thank insomniac for all the lovely vibes, the energy, the potent music, the dazzling lights.

I like how under the business info it says «good for kids: no.» That’s right kiddies, this is not where you should be. However, if you are an adult, then EDC is super… sweet.
It really feels like being at the OC Fair, except like a thousand times better. And there’s loud music.
2008 was the first year Insomniac threw it here and man that was legit. Huge venue, lots of space to move around.
2009 was the best year here. Still spacious, great music, vibe was still awesome. EDC 2009 definitely ranks among the top 5 EDM events I’ve been to.
2010 was a little ridiculous. WAY TOO MANY PEOPLE. WAY TOO MANY SHENANIGANS GOING ON. and was it just me, or did it take Forever to go anywhere.
See ya’ll in vegas!

2009.
Rode up here with my boyfriend & two of his guy friends. Met up with some more of his friends when we got there. One guy was like «what?! you just met him & you came down here with him?!» Haha. cause at the time, my boyfriend & i just know each other for like a couple of months; practically like strangers. We went both days, but the first day, we got there it was like 10pm-​ish? It was fun and we got to ride the bumper cars & just dance. Then the next day, we got there at like afternoon time about 6pm-​ish or even earlier. It was bright & sunny. Not much excitement yet. Then as it progressed later, started to dance. By the time it was dark, it was cold. Brrr… It’s always fun to see people get all dressed up in their raver gear/​costumes. Cute. The one thing I wish that I/​we could have done was ride more rides, but the only ride that we got to ride on was the bumper cars. :(
We got to see ATB, Kaskade, David Guetta, and I don’t remember who else.

Okay i got into the rave scene before all these little dumb kids
started killing themselves with pills… etc…
and killing this whole scene… making it super mainstream.
i think EDC 09 was my last time ever attenting this event.
Honestly, i miss when youd only see responsible older people
when you did not have a hard time getting into the coliseum
etc… now its beyond overcrowded its ridicilous.
The atmosphere is great just not when your around dumb 16 year olds.

EDC2010 was my first large scale concert/​festival and converted me into a fan of trance music.
I really love the atmosphere, everyone was there to just have a good time and listen to good beats. It really is the best outdoor club experience one can have. Friday is suppose to less crowded than Saturday but the main field was closed pretty early on (before darkness) but there was still plenty of seating in the coliseum to enjoy the music.
The usual quibbles have more to do with logistic stuff: expensive food/​drinks, zero cell phone reception at all, pricey lockers (going with a group? coordinate & split the locker price). Don’t forget to wear comfy shoes because there is a bit of walking between the fields and you want to be able to get your dance on.
There’s always something interesting to look at, occasionally a friendly unexpected hug from a stranger and eargasms to last throughout the night.

Electric Daisy Carnival… that name means a lot if you are a raver. Heck if you were a raver in the last decade you should know that name.
I have seen the Electric Daisy Carnival grow over the years from a smaller massive that had like 30,000 attending (at the time that was huge) to last year where they had 180,000 attending over 2 days. If I know my facts that is the largest electronic music festival in North America.
I remember back when EDC used to be at the Orange Show in San Bernardino. I actually like parties at the Orange Show better than the Los Angeles Coliseum but there is technically more room for people at the Coliseum so I can understand the move. I really think that with the amount of people who attended in 2010 that they might consider moving it to another newer venue that can handle that amount of people.
While EDC has awesome music and great world class DJ’s, what really impresses me is the production of the whole night. It really seems like they think of every last detail when designing stages, lighting, décor and the little details.
In fact one of my favorite raver memories was from EDC in San Bernardino when they had a helicopter fly over the party and drop bags full of actual daisies onto the crowd. It was literally raining daisies on the Electric Daisy Carnival.
I know there was some drama at this years event and I know the rave scene in general is going through a state of flux right now but hopefully the Electric Daisy Carnival will be something we can look forward to for years to come.
:0)

edc is always a blur for me… and that’s the way i like it… :D
With a crowd of 180k+, you know you’re going to have a great time.
EDC is like Halloween during june. Almost everyone is dressed up and girls are in their usual slutty costumes. Cute backpacks all over the place. LED lights everywhere you look. Free rides open for anyone to enjoy. Bleacher seats to sit down. random art installations for you to look at. A vast land to roam around in and get lost to the visuals and music.
EDC always brings out the biggest EDM djs and the greatest sets. You will not be disappointed.
The only huge con is the massive lines to get into the venue, get food, get water or use the bathrooms. It’s a complete cluster fuck inside. Since it’s so crowded, they sometimes close off the main field. oh, and they rape your ass with water prices. wtf. 5 bucks for a bottle.
PS: do not come here if you are a prude. You will see a copious amount of drugs and sex going on inside the place…

No massives on earth rock like EDC, and there’s no city better than LA as its host.
My first EDC experience was in 2006; my only wish is to have had an earlier start. I do miss those lesser ones held in the streets of downtown LA years back — there’s something special about partying under darkened skies amongst those majestic skyscrapers. LA Coliseum and fairground has been EDC’s home for the past half decade, and the property certainly does the event justice.
The line up is always sick, and the overall event production (stages, sound, lighting, fireworks, art/​show pieces, vendors, carnival rides, acts) is over the top and get progressively insane as years progress.
180,000 visitors (in the 2010 EDC) can’t be wrong!
I love you, Insomiac.

I would definitely say this is the biggest rave in California. I mean it’s HUGE! It takes 2 days! So many neon colors and kandies to trade!
2010 was my first EDC. I think I went on a Friday. I’ve heard good things about this rave and they were all true. Yeah it’s super hippie with all the flower power things but it’s all about love man!
Unlike the other raves this has performers and dancers that go around giving really good shows and great kodak moments. Also they actually have to use the Coliseum which is a really good choice on their part since it was super packed and they had to open the whole ground.
So much more entertainment then the others. They have those awesome cube lights that everyone just seems mesmerized in, a rat hole with 3D glasses, and some fire sculpture things. They also have carnival rides which is so much fun.
I think next time I’ll get a VIP pass since they get to go down to the main floor and they have 2 of the best carnival rides down there!
FYI: Why the hell would you take your kid here? I mean I know it’s a carnival and all but look around you! BAD! This is why raves were almost shut down.
There’s such much things about this rave that I can go on and on about but you should really experience it yourself. It’s truly an amazing experience in your young life and I’m going to miss if when I get wrinkles. ;)

EDC 2009 was my first rave ever. I was first shocked by all the people in neon colored clothing (or lack thereof), kandi bracelets, and crazy shuffling.
I love electronica, but I had no idea this was the kind of culture the music is associated with. I almost wanted to leave because my prude ass was shocked and scared.
However, just by looking at everyone, art installations and the music all blended together, I fell in love with EDC. The energy was crazy (I didn’t even roll both times I went), and it’s seriously just one crazy party. Friendly people (of course), amazing light shows, awesome music, cool rides… It was really a great way to kickoff the summer.
What I loved about EDC was the venue. It’s huge! You have the coliseum and the areas surrounding it. It was crowded as hell, but it’s all part of the fun. EDC always has a great line up, and the performances are just outstanding.
Things I didn’t like about EDC? Bathrooms; they get disgusting by the time it gets dark. Also parking is terrible ($ 25 is the cheapest I’ve seen) and traffic gets so crazy around the venue. Tip: make sure you get a legit parking spot, i.e. USC parking, unlike those shady places super close to the venue… they cost around $ 60 and I wouldn’t consider it safe… I’m sure your car would be highly likely to get jacked.
I had so much fun EDC 2009 that I went to Monster Massive, which was not as good primarily because of the venue (Just the sports arena, not the coliseum). I went to EDC 2010 and it was better than 2009. The best lineup!!! One thing I did was go on the very top of the coliseum and I saw the view from up there, which included the Downtown LA skyline. It was beautiful.
Overall I highly recommend EDC. It’s a great way to start off the summer and it’s an awesome experience. Have fun and be safe!

EDC is straight stupid fun. haha music lovers unite and for a newer generation EDC is the massive for kids in the LA area. EDC use to take place in San Bernardino and got moved to the LA Coliseum, it’s like what the heck?!
For one the music and production is always insanely good but haaaa parking!!! HORRIBLE, let me rant before I get to all the good stuff. Don’t get me wrong the event itself is awesome but man did anyone think that putting this in the middle of the city would benefit anyone? Many potential hazards, traffic, and parking issues, I understand why they did it, especially seeing how much lots were charging for parking! Anyway if you had a hard time you probably had to walk quite a while to get to the actual event.
Now to the good stuff, the music was awesome as always. There were about 6 stages throughout the coliseum. The main stage was inside the coliseum and if you walked up and looked down into it, there were so many people in there that it looked like a bunch of ants, INSANELY awesome and crazy.
Also there were a number of carnival rides inside the coliseum and throughout the grounds.
At all massives and outdoor festivals be prepared to be raped by the prices of food, alcohol, and mainly water. By the end of the night you’ll see people laying out and see the casualties everywhere from you know what are extreme exhaustion hahaha. People that don’t like super huge crowds I don’t advise it or you might have a anxiety attack or something. Great place to dance and enjoy a super platform of DJs.

Super fun, with a few cons:
–parking is A BITCH. this is what you’ll see:
. We ended up parking for free next to USC, but it took a while.
–even worse, traffic is A BITCH. it takes a hour to get from the highway ramps to EDC, and vice versa.
–they closed the main field.
–walking from field to field takes forever.
Otherwise, it was great. So much to do… maybe too much – you can’t do it all! We went on a ferris wheel as I wished but it took about an hour to get there. There were also other rides next to a small field. I actually had the best time at the smaller fields. We went to Kinetic (with Kaskade and Deadmau5) and it was hard to dance there because people would be moving across the stands all the time. Also, the sound quality wasn’t all that from where we were.
Drinks were okay priced ($ 8/​small cocktail) and the food was unremarkable, in the typical carnival way. There were actually a lot of restrooms! Nice.
EDC is definitely a stimulus overload experience though, even without drugs (I don’t do drugs!) Tons of awesome lights, visual effects, disco ball trees, etc. Amazing music. Costumed, young people (the girls are nearly naked actually… sucks if you have a bf with wandering eyes, haha).
I gotta say though, I’m kind of glad I came too late to get into the main field after watching the videos of it. Though I noticed how NO Asians were hopping the fences… and yes, there were Asians at EDC. My experience at EDC was very peaceful. People were quite pleasant, minus some guys who cut in the ferris wheel line. I also really loved seeing all the cute furry backpacks people were wearing.
All-​in-​all, super fun, though I should not have worn heels! I required much piggy-​backing to the car.

One of the best nights of my life. Hands down.
It was just amazing… The amount of people that gathered all for the same thing, The music pumping through your body everywhere you walked, The day turned to night, and the fireworks that illuminated the sky as you danced without a care to the blissful beats of Deadmau5 and others. It was a night that I will never forget.
Yes, it was not perfect, but what event of that size ever has been. I mean you don’t show up to the largest rave in america and not expect there to be a shit load of people there. The numbers have been increasing every year, so why would this one be any different? If not, it would only be even bigger, since the biggest rising dance artist of the year, and the biggest name in trance are headlining…
And as for all that crap about fence jumping and people getting hurt, and that one girl even died!.. OK, my condolences go out to that girls family, having a death in the family is hard, i cant even imagine it being your child… BUT you cannot blame her taking drugs on an event, any more than video-​games for kids shooting other kids. Its their own ignorance and apathy. As for all those people who got hurt. More than likely their own fault. Some 250 out of 180,000 people messed up, and now theres this huge dim view on raves. Cause there have been less riots and fights due to hockey, or football, or basketball, etc. right? (note: sarcasm above)
My final word/​opinion: Definitely the best massive I’ve ever been to. Just as good, if not better than last year! Can’t wait for next year!

Am I too old for raves one may ask? please.never. Fun times with old and new friends.
Favorite rave so far, but I’m a newbie. Miraculous production to put this together I am sure! Only minus — a bit chaotic getting in, but it’s all good
once inside:
Walking into the outdoor arena at night, Kinetic, the beats, the lighting, the people, the noise, was *almost* as momentous as my first entrance into (the now old) Yankee Stadium.
Favorite Sets:
Benny Benasi and Fedde Le Grand. Swedish House Mafia also rocked it
The people. Ravers are so friendly. Giving, and Receiving.
The installations. Fire breathing. Really.
The drinks — Plenty of water and Gatorade. Alcohol, if needed.
The music — A-​Mazing. Simply A-​Mazing. ’nuff said
The dancing — Judgement free zone
The costumes — Anything, and everything. Creative expression of the mind
Carnival games
Carnival rides
New friends
Old friends
Was there a negative? I don’t think so. Meeting up with friends was a miraculous accomplishment however, this just cracks me up:
C:wats ur 20
J:circuit grounds
J: outside somewhere
C: ware u r? meetup? name the place
J: Fwd: circuit grounds
C: ware is that
J: huge outdoor stage
C: circle things?
J: yes stage is red blue big circle thongs
C: meet @ light pole in middle of field. sign says permit parking only
J: is there moving camera crain in middle?
C:dude we r in the wrong — we r in neon garden. coming 2 u now
C: u still @ crkt grounds? large duk on stage
C: all the way bak ther is a tree metal thing with fire in it. meet there
J: dancing. yes coming. after this set.
J: which metal
C: 2 metal dudes. stay ther on my way
C: u near ferris weel
J:near ferris wheel
C:at ferris wheel
J:ok
C:where u
J:at ferris wheel
C:where
J:at end of line
C:I am next too
And this is when we realized there were 3 ferris wheels at the carnival. Hilarious. Good Times with Good Friends
*P*L*U*R*

Electric Daisy Carnival — EDC 2010
Over 100,000 people over the June 25^th-​26^th weekend — RAIIN OR SHINE — 2pm to 2am
5 stages @ Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum & Sports Arena
a sample list of the dj’s blowing people’s minds all weekend long! if you aren’t familiar… youtube them!
Roger Sanchez /​Fedde Le Grand /​MSTRKRFT /​Christopher Lawrence /​AFROJACK /​Benny Benassi /​Above and Beyond /​Armin Van Buuren /​Kaskade /​DEADMAU5 /​Donald Glaude /​Z-​Trip /​Basement Jaxx /​Moby /​Steve Aoki /​Armand Van Helden /​
.Ap /​and …
(?)
My story starts with Entry Bracelets hook ups… HELL YES!
but…
All Access is not VIP!!!
WTF?
I learned the distinction between the two is that VIP gets you into the VIP open bar /​cabana areas. My bracelet was NOT VIP.
FML!
All Access does not get you into that despite saying ALL ACCESS. I found out that it DOES give me In and Out privledges BOTH days… and though I may not have gotten VIP entry, I did get BACKSTAGE entry (twss), which also includes entrance to the BACKSTAGE OPEN BAR with all the industry folks — DJS /​Entourage /​Paparazzi /​Groupies /​ETC — FTW!!!
XD
Otherwise in a nutshell… a large rave festival, a lot of people (all kinds. good, bad, and the ugly), a lot of beats (fast, slow, too fast), a lot of vendors, a lot of drugs (the happy kind), a lot of alcohol (;D), a lot of girls, a lot of fishnets (every color of the rainbow), a lot of faux fur (every color of the rainbow), a lot of carnival rides AND a lot of lights, flames, fireworks, strobes, clowns, and girls (younger) Girls (older) GIRLS (beat lovers all)!
(all access bracelet hook up — if you’re reading this… did you get the bottle of liquor I sent you?)
See you next year!
;D