EDC Mexico Attendees Erupt into Stampede at Festival Gates

This past weekend at EDC Mexico attendees have reportedly burst into stampede at festival gates due to long wait times. 

Over the past weekend, the highly anticipated Electric Daisy Carnival took place in Mexico City, Mexico. This year marked its tenth edition. But also, the first time the event sold out. However, the otherwise electrifying atmosphere was degraded by long wait times and frustrated guests. Despite the music, dance, and celebration, some dangerous situations arose during the weekend.

EDC Mexico kicked off from February 23rd to 25th at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. The event was notably significant this year as it marked two major milestones. However, like any sold-out event, chaos can sometimes arise. A video from the event this past weekend shows festival-goers angered by long wait times. In the video, attendees frustratedly lifted the barricades. Then, they continued pushing and storming through the gates. No exact details on how long the wait times were mentioned or any other specifics. 

In the videos posted, you can sense the frustration and impatience among festival-goers as they waited for hours to gain entry. The combination of large crowds and inadequate infrastructure led to a bottleneck effect, exacerbating the situation. As tensions mounted and tempers flared, the atmosphere quickly turned volatile, culminating in a stampede as attendees surged forward in an attempt to enter the venue.

After the stampede incident, concerns were raised about the safety measures and preparedness of the event organizers to handle such situations. People questioned the effectiveness of crowd control protocols and the allocation of resources to manage the flow of attendees. However, the organizers of Insomniac responded promptly and took necessary actions to address the concerns. They made improvements the following day, which included enhancing entrance procedures and increasing staffing levels. 

The attendees of EDC faced numerous challenges, but they still managed to enjoy their experience. Although there were a few problems, the event was ultimately a success. With special performances by Deorro and a fantastic lineup of talented artists, it was a great time for those who attended. Insomniac, the organizers of the event, will undoubtedly take steps to address any concerns that arose this year in the future.

Emilee Gabbard

My name is Emilee Gabbard. I currently live in sunny Orange County, CA. By day I am a project manager working in the aerospace industry, but by night a music blogger for yours truly, Exron Music! I have been writing for Exron Music for around eight months now and cannot wait to see what is to come throughout the years. At festivals and clubs, you will find me at any house and techno stage supporting my favorites Eli Brown or Dom Dolla, or belting every word to Porter Robinson tracks wherever he performs.

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