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People slammed over how much food and drink costs at Coachella

In a viral video shared on TikTok, Coachella attendees are expressing shock after a TikToker revealed the high cost of food and drink at the festival.

A festival-goer at Coachella shared the expenses of food and drink in a viral video.

The TikToker, Jackie Tanti, who goes by @jackietanti, shared her experience during her time at Coachella.

In the footage, she reveals that she paid $64 for two burritos and a cucumber drink – identical to her exorbitant order from 2023.

However, the price point remains high even a year later.

While ticket prices haven't changed significantly from last year ($499-$599), the cost of food and drink appears to have remained steady despite previous criticism.

She posted the video on social media and quickly sparked debate.

In the comment section, viewers expressed frustration after discovering how much food and drink costs at Coachella.

Comments on her video included "that's insane" and "F**kin wild," reflecting the widespread frustration. Even someone suggested that Coachella food and drink prices spark outrage for visitors.

One person said: It's really legal "price gouging"!! Those who know the cost but are Willing and Do pay anyway, are the ones that perpetuate the outrageous prices for whatever.

A second wrote: it's a festival and food and drink prices are always costly.

While a third commented: stop by Camden next to Vintage beforehand! Free mimosa with burrito for $12. 

Another added: Not shocked this is pretty much the same prices you would find at any festival, stadium venue, or the

Someone else said: Every festival is ridiculous with prices. I went to Woodstock '99 and water was $5-7 then!

Tanti's video concludes with the resigned statement, "Capitalism is crazy and I am a part of the problem," 

This is not the first time the prices of food and drinks at Coachella have sparked outrage.

Previously, another festival-goer shared a photo on X (formerly Twitter) showcasing drink prices, leaving viewers stunned.

The photo showed prices of $17 for a single Absolut Vodka, $28 for a double, $16 for a White Claw Hard Seltzer Black Cherry, and $17 for a Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc.

Additionally, these prices reportedly don't include tax or tip, potentially adding another 30%.

Well, the high cost of food and drink appears to be a major point of contention for many Coachella attendees this year.