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 […]

5 Alternatives To Spending The Holidays With Family

The holiday season is often portrayed as a time for gathering with family, indulging in traditional meals, and following time-honored rituals. However, not everyone feels compelled or able to spend Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s with family. Whether by choice or circumstance, spending the holidays away from family doesn’t mean missing out on joy, meaning, […]