Should kids under age 14 be going to crazy summer concerts like the Vans Warped Tour?

Question

Ive heard of many things that go on at such events and I don't think my family should be taking my younger siblings and cousins who are all under 14 to the Vans Warped Tour. Is it safe for them?

Im not sure if there is moshing at the warped tour, but im pretty sure my dad has no idea what that is, and how dangerous it is.

Also ive heard there is alot of drug usage there, im not sure if thats true...

So should my family really be taking them?

Answer 1

I went to my first warped tour concert at 16, and even then my older brother didnt feel like i was old enough to go, because he had been going for 4 years before i had, he goes every summer. when i went there were lots of kids doing drugs. But all of the people i met were really chill and nice. Everyone there is usually laid back. I had a couple people who were begging for money so they could get food, but they were nice and gave me a hug after. Make sure you bring your own water! the price for water is really high! usually when you go, its hot outside, bring sun tan lotion with a high spf. There are hundreds of people there, so be sure to have a way to contact others if you get seperated.  Its really cool, there are free meet and greets with bands & most bands have their own tent where they sell merch

Answer 2

I went when I was 14, and as long as your 14 year old isn't completely retarted, they'll be able to handle themselves.

I went with a few friends and had a great time.

Just make sure they like the type of music there, if you're bringing them.

Answer 3

I definitely think NOT! Unless those kids are mature and should know where not to stick their noses in, then don't bring them! Those kind of concerts are meant for older kids anyway.

It would be alright if they had parental supervision on them at all times, but I highly doubt that'll be possible in a concert such as that.