The Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), a renowned electronic dance music festival, recently took place in Las Vegas from May 17–19.
The event, which annually attracts over half a million techno, house, and dubstep enthusiasts, has left attendees reeling, not from the music, but from the exorbitant drink prices.
Attendees of the Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Las Vegas festival are reeling from the shock of exorbitant drink prices unveiled during the event.
On social media, @MacroEdgeRes shared a picture showing the price of drink at EDC, gained attention .The post has the caption: "List of EDC Las Vegas beverage prices sent in from a MacroEdge reader"
The Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), held annually in Las Vegas, is a pinnacle event for electronic dance music enthusiasts, boasting a lineup of top-tier techno, house, and dubstep artists.
However, the cost of admission is far from modest, with ticket prices averaging a staggering $912 according to Seat Geek.
As attendees immerse themselves in the pulsating beats which vibrant atmosphere of EDC, many find themselves reaching for a refreshing drink to enhance the experience.
Yet, the price of indulgence comes at a steep cost.
A photograph of the festival's drink price list, circulated by a reader of market data company MacroEdge, reveals eye-watering prices that defy comprehension.
For those seeking premium spirits, the shock is palpable.
A bottle of Grey Goose vodka commands an astonishing $975, while Jack Daniel's whisky comes with a price tag of $875.
Even a humble six-pack of Bud Light demands a hefty $140. The absurdity reaches new heights when considering basic necessities; a six-pack of water is priced at a staggering $90.
The revelation of these prices has sparked outrage on social media.
One person said: For $90 you think they’d at least offer a better water than smartwater.
A second worte: Are you kidding me? wtf is EDC? Carry?
While a third commented: Bottle service goes wild in the vip lmao.
Another added:IV services on site, lol. People have too much money.
Someone else said: This is pricing for table service. Same prices at clubs…. Not inflation
All VIP tables include a tap water line from the nearest city, drink responsible. Another users added.
However, someone suggested that the high price at EDC festival was actually decent for Vegas," highlighting the city's reputation for high living costs.
While the EDC 2024 festival may have been a hotspot for music lovers, the drink prices certainly struck a sour note. Whether these prices will impact future attendance remains to be seen.
