What followers must know forward of the two-day EDM fest – Day by day Breeze

Insomniac Occasions’ Exhausting Summer time Competition is returning to Hollywood Park, adjoining to SoFi Stadium, for a music-filled weekend on Aug. 2-3.

With a various mixture of digital music and hip-hop performances, this 12 months’s pageant will function artists like Kaytranada, Gesaffelstein, Busta Rhymes, 4 Tet, and lots of extra.

However the occasion doesn’t cease when the primary occasion ends—pre-parties and after-parties throughout Los Angeles are bringing the town to life all weekend lengthy. From intimate warehouse reveals to high-energy units at iconic venues, right here’s every little thing it’s good to know to take advantage of Exhausting Summer time and the Los Angeles vibe it should gasoline.

Lineup and Levels

Exhausting Summer time Competition brings collectively a star-studded lineup throughout two action-packed days. On Saturday, Aug. 2, headliners embrace Busta Rhymes, Kaytranada, FEID, and Floating Factors Dwell, alongside many different standout performances. Sunday, Aug. 3, will proceed the momentum with main acts like Dom Dolla, Gesaffelstein, Deorro, 4 Tet, and I Hate Fashions, making certain a weekend of high-energy music that spans home, techno, bass, and hip-hop.

The pageant will function 5 distinct levels: HARD Stage, HARDER Stage, Inexperienced Stage, Purple Stage, and Pink Stage. Every stage is designed to supply a singular musical expertise, catering to a various vary of genres and performances.

Pre-Events and After-Events

Exhausting Summer time Competition doesn’t cease when the primary occasion ends. The weekend kicks off with pre-parties on Friday, Aug. 1 at numerous venues in Los Angeles. Walker & Royce and Torren Foot B2B Airwolf Paradise shall be spinning at Aurora Warehouse, whereas Bou, Skanka, Nix, and Vial take over Trade LA.

As soon as the pageant wraps up on Saturday, Aug. 2, the after-parties warmth up with reveals at Aurora Warehouse, Lot 613, Trade LA, and Academy LA, that includes artists like Blackchild, Crankdat, and Sara Landry.

On Sunday, Aug. 3, after-party performances embrace Adam Ten, DJ Gigola, and Deorro. Followers can seize extra info of areas, tickets and occasions at hardsummer.com.

Shuttles and Transportation

For followers seeking to make their strategy to the festivals with out the trouble of parking, metropolis shuttles present round-trip transportation from a number of areas throughout Southern California.

Shuttles will depart from Ontario, Orange County, and the San Fernando Valley, making it simple to get to the pageant. Single-day passes can be found for $50, whereas weekend passes are priced at $90. Shuttles depart at particular occasions and go away promptly at 10:45 p.m. from the pageant. Wristbands shall be given at shuttle stops—simply have your digital ticket and photograph ID prepared. For extra info, go to hardsummer.com/shuttles

Bag Coverage and Safety

Exhausting Summer time has strict safety measures to make sure the security and luxury of all attendees. Solely clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC luggage no bigger than 12”x6”x12” are permitted, together with small clutch luggage (max dimension 6″ x 9″) and hydration packs which are empty upon entry. All attendees should bear a TSA-style safety examine on the gates, together with a bag search and full pat-down. For fast entry, it’s beneficial to deliver a transparent bag. The pageant is cashless, so make sure you deliver a bank card or use Apple Pay, Android Pay, or Samsung Pay for any purchases.

Ticket and Entry Info

The pageant is open to 18+ attendees, and 21+ for VIP and alcohol entry. Entry requires a photograph ID, akin to a driver’s license or passport. No re-entry is allowed, so plan forward for the day. The field workplace shall be open from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on each pageant days. The pageant runs from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. every day, and doorways open at 1 p.m. for entry.