A Redditor on r/festivals asked the community for fun and meaningful bucket list ideas for their boyfriend’s mom attending her first music festival, Northlands, at age 70. The thread quickly filled with clever, inclusive suggestions highlighting ways to make her introduction to the festival scene memorable and joyful.
Top community-recommended bucket list highlights:
- Compliment strangers’ outfits and hand out cute trinkets like themed Kandi bracelets or cool Bic lighters to spark friendly connections.
- Snap photos with aliens, beautiful people, or iconic festival landmarks as unique keepsakes.
- Join interactive sessions such as flow art, hula hoop yoga workshops, silent discos, and scavenger-style “side quests” hunting for special totems or merch.
- Engage with festivalgoers through handshakes, hugs, high fives, and even teaching the PLUR handshake (Peace, Love, Unity, Respect) to share festival spirit.
- Try diverse festival eats, including “questionable” lot food and fun stands featuring donuts or broccoli bars to experience the full culinary spectrum.
- Plan to secure rail spots for favorite artists and wear comfy shoes to stay comfortable and close to the action.
- Wear glow-in-the-dark or light-up clothing to contribute to the festival’s immersive, vibrant atmosphere.
The exchange reveals a warm, supportive festival community eager to welcome newbies of all ages. The ideas aim to ensure the 70-year-old first-timer—and anyone new—feels empowered to explore, connect, and enjoy a richly memorable festival journey.
Source: r/festivals