Crowd safety & physical well-being (Front Row Frenzy)
You’re packed near the stage, it’s extremely hot, and your friend starts feeling dizzy.
Help them move toward the edge of the crowd
Your friend has had several drinks and starts slurring their words but says they’re “totally fine.”
Encourage them to slow down
You notice your friend looks uncomfortable while someone keeps trying to dance very close to them.
Check in with your friend
You wore new shoes and now your feet are covered in blisters halfway through the day.
Use bandages/blister pads if available
After the concert ends, your group is tired and debating whether to walk back in the dark or call a ride.
Walk together if close and well-lit
The crowd suddenly surges forward and you’re having trouble breathing.
Signal for help if needed
Someone offers your friend a drink, and you didn’t see it being poured.
Get a new one yourself
A friend is crying and wants to leave the festival alone after an argument.
Listen and support
It’s sunny and hot, and you forgot to put on sunscreen before coming outside.
Find shade when you can
Your friend insists on driving home even though they’ve been drinking.
Take their keys if needed
During the headliner’s set, you turn around and your friend is gone.
Stop and regroup
A friend is drinking much faster than everyone else to “keep up with the vibe.”
Alternate with water
Your friend is too intoxicated to clearly say yes or no to going somewhere with someone.
Keep your friend with you
You realize you haven’t eaten anything since breakfast and feel shaky and tired.
Get food as soon as possible
It’s late and crowded, and you’re separated from your group while trying to leave the venue.
Call/text your group
Someone near you trips and falls while people are still pushing.
Help them up if it’s safe
Your friend suddenly feels sick and dizzy after only one or two drinks.
Get water and sit down
You see someone in your group being pressured to drink more when they’ve said they’re done.
Offer water instead
The temperature suddenly drops in the evening and you only brought a light outfit.
Move to warmer areas
A friend wants to go to an afterparty at a place you don’t recognize with people you don’t know well.
Leave if it feels off
A mosh pit forms next to you and you’re getting shoved unexpectedly.
Protect your head and balance
Someone in your group wants to mix alcohol with a pill or unknown substance.
Strongly discourage it
A friend suddenly goes quiet and withdrawn after receiving upsetting messages on their phone.
Offer support
Your phone is at 5% and you still need it to find friends and get home.
Stick with your group
You’re exhausted and consider falling asleep in a public area instead of going home.
Use Safe Ride or rideshare