Exploring the appeal of 24‑hour entertainment and music culture
Last year I went to this big outdoor all‑day music thing that didn’t really have an end time, and by the afternoon I noticed myself feeling this weird mix of tiredness and excitement at the same time. We arrived early in the morning and didn’t leave until sunset the next day, and honestly it felt like time was moving differently. I kept wondering what it is about events that go on for hours and hours that pulls people in so deeply, and whether it’s simply the nonstop fun or something more psychological going on.
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For me, part of the reason those days feel so special is that you end up living outside your normal rhythms, and that seems to open up space for unexpected moments and connections. I read something thoughtful at https://thegardenpartyleeds.com/24-hour-entertainment-modern-leisure-culture
that talked about how modern leisure culture and all-day music events can shift our sense of time and bring people into shared emotional spaces, and it made sense when I reflected on my own experiences. Being surrounded by music, conversation, and new faces all day long helps me let go of regular worries, and before you know it you’re deep in the moment and enjoying things you wouldn’t normally notice during a typical evening out.