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Old 02-17-2016, 05:46 AM   #31
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Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

Confirmed for pit! 1st time in the pit and first time in VA Beach.
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    So it looks like I'm going to have a decent group of folks coming down to VA Beach for my 30th bday show....20 to be exact. I'm sorry for all the questions to follow but I have the 'new venue' jitters and want to make sure the weekend goes without a hitch:

    - With a group as large as ours we're looking at lawn seats. I did some quick research on the venue and I saw a few folks talk about the lawn overflowing beyond capacity (for Billy Joel) to the point that they had to sit on the opposite hill that faces away from the stage. Is this kind of thing possible for a DMB show? I think we would want to be front and center as much as possible for the show, so any advice on what time we should head into the venue and claim our little patch of grass? Any other lawn advice?

    - Also about the tailgating rules, what exactly are we talking about? Does no one do it? All of us are in the 27-31 range so its not a matter of underage...and I don't think we would make much noise or cause too much of a scene. Would a cornhole setup, some music and a grill be a violation? What exactly would they do? Citations? Just tell us to pack it up and move inside? I want to weigh the risk and reward lol

    - Traffic question: it looks like one person on yelp was staying 15 mins away and tried to leave an hour beforehand to avoid the tailgating issue and just pregamed at their place (which is an option we're considering)...but it actually took them an hour + to drive the 15 minutes due to traffic. My gf's family lives in VA so I know how notorious and nasty traffic can be...is that basically what we're dealing with here? What would be a recommended time to get to the venue?

    Again sorry for all the questions, any input is greatly appreciated!

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    Old 02-17-2016, 02:22 PM   #33
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    i've never seen the lawn overflowing to the point that you had to move somewhere else. i've never done lawn for dmb here, but i did do it for zac brown band a few years ago. it's an average lawn, sound isn't the best, and i can only imagine how the crowd would be for a dmb show. but then again, if you're with a group of friends, you probably would be fine. i'd head into the venue maybe half an hour before showtime to secure a good spot on the lawn.

    the city of VA beach LAW is no tailgating, period. Now, if you're responsible and use solo cups, you'll probably be fine. You'll see the typical tailgate stuff, some people will be playing cornhole and throwing frisbees and stuff, but it's not a full blown tailgate like you're probably used to. i've never had an issue, if you're of age and you're unlucky enough to get singled out by a cop, they'll probably just make you pour it out and be on their way. i usually hang with my friends in the pit line, and everyone just chills and uses solo cups - never had any issues. so drink at your own risk i guess? i might skip the grill if i were you, but i've seen people do it.

    traffic is a clusterfuck for this venue, more and more so the closer you get to showtime. last year it was raining, and they opened the lots a little later than usual, so traffic was backed way up from the get go. you know VA traffic can be unpredictable and usually it just flat out sucks. my advice would be to get there around when lots open, or a little earlier.

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    Old 02-18-2016, 03:45 AM   #34
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    Basically everything ajc just said. Coming from 4yrs experience on the lawn, its a MUCH better experience here than up in Bristow. The people just seem more, into it? A slightly older crowd. Still rambunctious but nothing that will ruin your time. Sound isn't perfect but it's enjoyable

    Same thing about Tailgating too, basically if it's anything outside of solo cups and cornhole it's getting shut down. Grills, easy-ups, rowdy folks, all of that will get shut down quickly.
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    Old 02-18-2016, 06:12 AM   #35
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    Awesome, thanks so much for the advice guys! Sounds like if we stay at the rental and pregame there, we run the risk of getting stuck in traffic. But if we get there early to pregame in the lots we run the risk of getting the party broken up. Leaning towards the lots because VA traffic has destroyed my soul on more than one occasion lol. I think leaving the grill at home and using solo cups is easy enough, but what about music? I usually just use a small bluetooth speaker that doesn't travel all that far...that should be okay right?
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    Old 02-18-2016, 06:38 AM   #36
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    yeah, as long as you are keeping to yourselves and not playing music for the entire lot you should be fine. it's a very laid back atmosphere, you'll see
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    I went 1st time last year and just drank a little at the car and had no issues. Was raining so wasn't a lot of tailgsting going on anyway. I like this venue.
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    As a side note. Anyone have the link to the show last year for mp3? I didn't get it downloaded last year and wanted to. I'm not sure how to maneuver around this site for old shows and mp3. Also there is a torrent app I needed and don't remember what it was if someone could help with that. Thanks!
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    i need a GA pit single...anybody have an extra?
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    Old 02-19-2016, 09:28 AM   #40
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    im trying to pull pits, nothing yet

    some decent seats though
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    I was hoping for pits as well. I've been very lucky in years past getting them when they went on sale but no such luck this year. If anybody has two they'd like to sell let me know.
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    there were some real good seats, hope some of y'all snagged them

    i've spent too much money this week otherwise i would've bought them and passed them on
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    Old 02-23-2016, 05:42 AM   #43
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

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    got lowers, i'm perfectly fine with that
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    pulled a pit pair off citi this morning for my good ol "home" venue
    Andrew, looks like I'm trying to go to this show too. You looking to get rid of either the pit or the lowers or did you pull the pit pair for someone else?

    On a related note, anyone have any hotel recommendations? It doesn't need to be fancy. Just as long as I'm not likely to get shot and there aren't any bedbugs, I'm fine.
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    Andrew, looks like I'm trying to go to this show too. You looking to get rid of either the pit or the lowers or did you pull the pit pair for someone else?

    On a related note, anyone have any hotel recommendations? It doesn't need to be fancy. Just as long as I'm not likely to get shot and there aren't any bedbugs, I'm fine.
    We're at the Econo Lodge. Cheap, slightly outdated, but no bed bugs
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    We're at the Econo Lodge. Cheap, slightly outdated, but no bed bugs
    Looks like there are a few to choose from. Which one?
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    Looks like there are a few to choose from. Which one?
    5819 Northampton Blvd. Been staying there for a few years. Last year I left my license and credit cards behind, staff turned them in and the manager mailed them to me

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    Andrew, looks like I'm trying to go to this show too. You looking to get rid of either the pit or the lowers or did you pull the pit pair for someone else?

    On a related note, anyone have any hotel recommendations? It doesn't need to be fancy. Just as long as I'm not likely to get shot and there aren't any bedbugs, I'm fine.
    my pit pair is currently spoken for, but if something changes i'll let you know

    i usually stay at the red roof
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    Old 02-24-2016, 07:37 AM   #48
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    my pit pair is currently spoken for, but if something changes i'll let you know

    i usually stay at the red roof
    Thanks, which Red Roof?
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    Old 02-24-2016, 03:06 PM   #49
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    usually the norfolk airport one, it's much cheaper and not a bad drive to the venue
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    Can anyone point me to where to find the mp3 of the concert last year? Wanted to download
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    got 101 U :/
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    101 P for me.
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    Premium Pit

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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    My brother just confirmed so it looks like I'm joining you. Hoping to hear Big Eyed Fish (looks like JLL and VA Beach trade this song every other year and last year was JLL's turn).

    I'll be getting lawn tickets unless something decent shows up. Anyone else sitting on the lawn?
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    Just found out I'll be in VA visiting my parents when this show happens so I'm going to try and get a pair of tix if possible. If anyone sees any for sale let me know!
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    What's the point? It's not like I'm going to go to a show and suddenly want to refi the mortgage
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    Va Beach Pit drop happening right now.
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    good lookin out
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    Old 03-16-2016, 07:12 AM   #60
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    Re: Official VIRGINIA BEACH 2016 Thread -June 17th

    Wish I had pulled a pit yesterday but I just pulled a love lower.
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    See you all there!

    Also, anyone going from the Richmond area interested in a ride share, I have room for 3-4 or I could ride with you and share gas cost. Just a thought.
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