Of course, there’s more going on at concerts than just good music. Many people drink alcohol or use drugs at concerts and there’s a good chance you’ll encounter people who are using one or both.
Side Effects – These substances can make people feel energized, happy, or relaxed, but they can also cause horrible side effects like paranoia or suicidal thoughts. Also, drugs can raise your blood pressure and heart rate, which can be a big problem at a hot, crowded festival.
Dehydration – Drinking alcohol at a concert is dangerous as it can cause dehydration. This is a real problem at music festivals as people often hydrate less, overexert themselves and then become overheated. Alcohol also lowers your inhibitions which raises your risk of doing something regrettable or dangerous.
Drink Spiking – There is also the risk that someone may slip drugs into your drink. These drugs can make a person unable to move, think clearly or remember what happened later, setting the victim up to be sexually assaulted or otherwise taken advantage of. Never let your drink out of your sight. If you lose track of it, get rid of it and get another one. Also, never accept drinks from strangers.