Festival Report Card: Countdown NYE 2025

For more than a decade, Countdown NYE has cemented itself as one of Southern California’s most established New Year’s dance music events, drawing tens of thousands of attendees to mark the close of the calendar year.  Previously held at the NOS Event Center, the Insomniac Events celebration has built its reputation on high-profile lineups, large-format […]

Festival Report Card: Escape Halloween 2025

Every Halloween weekend, the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, California, transforms into Insomniac Events’ dark playground, Escape Halloween. The two-day festival, billed as the largest Halloween-themed rave in the world, brings together high-energy electronic performances, delightfully haunting stage designs, and a costumed crowd that comes alive with spooky spirit.  With its “Psycho Circus” theme […]

11 Ways to Recover from the Best Festival Weekend of Your Life: EDC Las Vegas 2025

You raved, you roamed, you reunited with thousands of beautiful strangers. Now it’s time to give your body, brain, and soul a much-needed recharge.  As a former Division I college athlete, a corrective exercise specialist, and a longtime raver, I’m spilling all the secrets on how to properly recover after an incredible weekend under the […]

6 Reasons Why Coachella Weekend 2 Is The Better Choice

Coachella is widely recognized as one of the world’s most iconic music festivals, bringing together top artists, cutting-edge fashion, and unforgettable desert vibes over two action-packed weekends. Weekend one often grabs the spotlight with influencer presence, early buzz, and surprise moments.  But for those heading to weekend two, there’s a strong case to be made […]