What is Electric Daisy Carnival?Electric Daisy Carnival, or EDC, is the biggest annual electronic music festival in the USA. 2012 is the 16th anniversary of this festival, a tradition that isn't stopping any time soon. Brought to you by
Insomniac, this three day festival is a mecca for electronic dance music enthusiasts. From Trance to Dubstep, EDC's 7 stages will provide three hundred thousand festival goers with the perfect tune for their ears all night long, every night.
What are the rules?Unfortunately, EDC is restricted to only legal adults (18+). VIP tickets are available for those of legal drinking age (21+).
The following is a list of prohibitions:
- NO Illegal Substances
- NO Drugs or Drug Paraphernalia
- NO Laser Pointers
- NO LED Gloves or LED Microlights used for Light Shows
- NO Glass, Cans, Cups or Coolers
- NO Large Chains or Spiked Jewelry
- NO Balloons, Balls, Inflatable Balls or Frisbees
- NO Backpacks Over 12”x12”
- NO Outside Food or Beverages (Including Alcohol and Candy)
- NO Weapons of any Kind (Includes Pocket Knives, Pepper Spray, Fireworks, etc.)
- NO Professional Recording Equipment – Photo, Video, or Audio
- NO Video Cameras
The following is a list of allowances:
- YES Small Bags
- YES Non-Professional Flash/Still Cameras
- YES Cell Phones
- YES Sunglasses
- YES Lighters
- YES Closed Packs of Cigarettes
- YES Earplugs
- YES Glowsticks
- YES Glowing/Illuminated Costumes or Jewelry
For a complete list of prohibitions and allowances, please view
the festival guidelines.
What else is there?EDC is not only a music festival, also available for enjoyment are theatrics, carnival rides, art viewing areas, and decor.
So, who will be there anyway?This is a complete list of all the confirmed artists.
Wow, that's a lot of people.
Where is it?The Las Vegas Motor Speedway is on the northern outskirts of Las Vegas, Nevada. "The Las Vegas Motor Speedway, located on the outskirts of Las Vegas, will undergo a unique transformation as the Electric Daisy Carnival comes to town again! Insomniac will transform this unique location into a whimsical festival environment complete with six areas of music, carnival rides, vendor village, interactive art installations and an array of other festival attractions. Las Vegas Motor Speedway is a 1,000-acre complex which hosts a wide variety of events. Insomniac is excited for the opportunity to host EDC 2012 at such a unique venue." (
Source)
What's it like?See for yourself! Look it up on youtube, there's plenty of media. Here's the
2011 recap / 2012 trailerHow much do tickets cost?Tickets currently go for the following prices:
- General Admission (3 Days): $275
- VIP Admission (3 Days): $500
- VIP Admission (Friday): $200
You can buy tickets
here. They come in a form of a transferable keycard. Do not buy from scalpers, and do not buy paper tickets. They will not be accepted.
What's your opinion?Are you going? Do you want to go? Feel free to post your opinion below! I personally can't wait to go.
