The Weather
The CONS:
You are in for a lot of heat, my friend. The weather in Indio ranges from 80-90 degrees Fahrenheit on a good day. One of the hottest Coachella weekends was 106 degrees, so brace yourself for anything. You won’t be sleeping in, the heat will wake you. In the mornings, if you walk outside of your tent and get yourself something to eat at the nearby food trucks, you might catch a nice breeze. After the initial wake-up, it’s actually quite enjoyable weather in the morning. Your Hygiene Want to take a shower? It’s going to be an hour or two wait in line for a 15-minute shower. You need to bring your own toothbrush, soap, shampoo, conditioner, and deodorant. If you hit the dollar shelves at Target, you’ll be in good shape with convenient travel sizes of every product you could need. If you wake up early enough, you’ll avoid the masses and you might wait only 10 minutes for a shower. As they say, the early bird gets the worm! Food If you’re camping, the food at the festivals and in the campgrounds can be a bit pricey. It’s wonderful-tasting food, but not the best for your wallet or health. Sandwiches are your best friends. Bring your essentials: chips, beer, and lots of water. You’ll save money and have a full stomach so that you can enjoy your day at the festival. If you get hungry, you can always make your way back to the campsite. Neighbors Everyone’s usually pretty happy-go-lucky at Coachella, but it doesn’t mean that your neighboring tents won’t sometimes get on your nerves. There’s always that one person who sets their phone alarm way too early and presses snooze a hundred times–prepare for that. Also, at night, some tents never want to party to end… and they’ll be bumping music while you’re trying to rest up for the next day. Two words: ear plugs.
Good vibes
The PROS:
Camping at a music festival is like one big party. Everyone’s drinking, the sun is out, and everyone’s just in a good mood. You’ll probably make best friends with everyone in the tents around you. Everyone here thoroughly enjoys music and knows how to have a good time, so you’re in good hands. Nature Whenever you’re at Coachella, there’s a sense of belonging. There’s this lovely feeling of being at the campgrounds and being barefoot on the grass. The sun is shining bright overhead, and there’s so much green everywhere. There’s something very peaceful about Indio. It’s an unforgettable experience to camp at Coachella. Convenience Not only can you bring in your own alcohol and food, but you have a place within walking distance to nap when you get tired (and you will). The campgrounds are quite of a long walk away, but it definitely beats the bus ride back to a hotel. Unforgettable memories The friendships you make at Coachella last forever. Whether you go with best friends or you have a “Coachella Family” that meets up once a year for this special occasion, it’s always a great excuse to get everyone together. Take photos, but still enjoy the moment. These are the memories you’ll be telling your grandchildren about. When you’re telling these stories, you’ll want to say you experienced every amazing second of it. As was written on the infamous Snail that floated around last year’s festival, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”
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