u/Fennec-Foxie

Really hope this is the right place to ask. I’ve got a ton of anxiety about this now. Recently saw bring me the horizon at rockville for the first time and had the greatest time of my life. They’re my favorite band and I didn’t realize how emotional it’d be for me to see them so I immediately decided that I needed to go again. Their last show in the US as of rn for their current tour is in Grand Rapids, MI, so I had to buy a flight across the country. I debated for a long time whether or not I should really go.

Could’ve had row C on the side of the stage if I purchased them immediately but slept on it a couple nights and could only get row M in section 122. I didn’t get GA because I was afraid that I wouldn’t get close enough and possibly be disappointed. I’m 5’4, and I just wanna be able to see the singer clearly. I’m also totally inexperienced with lining up and running for barricade. But maybe I would’ve gotten lucky? I’m just worried now that I’m gonna feel awkward stuck between groups of friends. Or maybe that I could have a better view from the floor.

I can buy a resale GA ticket now but then I’ll have to eat the cost of the vip seat. Idrc about the money but still. I’m missing a day of school for this, possibly 2 if my return flight gets delayed at all, and it’s the biggest trip I’ve ever done on my own. I just want to enjoy it as much as possible, but I know that could be within my control if I try. I do have a tendency to set my expectations too high.

I’ll be seeing them 3 days later in Alabama for a special performance as well so I thought it’d matter less but I still want to feel like I picked the “right” option. Does anyone have advice? About the tickets in general or maybe even accepting the decision I’ve already made lol

Does someone get bumped from a room if I buy it or is it some standby room that they keep just in case and can charge more for it? Just curious. This event is in a year

Anything worth checking out at the hotel or in the city? Solo traveler, just in town for an event. Would love some food recommendations too. I’m not going until later this year but I just bought my tickets so I’m really excited rn. Which rooms have the best view?

My friend and I are going to Birmingham for the first time to attend the festival. Didn’t get a parking pass and unfortunately it says it’s already sold out. It doesn’t appear to be in a very walkable location, but I still want to stay close to the fest.

Looking at the Redmont, Kelly, or Hilton downtown UAB. Maybe the Hampton inn downtown. It just has to be a Hilton property. I’d like to stay at the nicest one but also must think of ease of access to/from the festival. Would any of them have a really attentive concierge for arranging transportation? Otherwise how difficult might it be getting out of the fest with an uber? Also open to other parking options if possible. Any advice would be appreciated!

(And if transportation didn’t matter, which of these hotels would actually be the nicest?)