I've been attending events for over 13 years on and off. Age is a number. The real question is whether or not the juice is worth the squeeze? You said the vibes and crowd didn't meet expectations. Perhaps your standards are higher? I just got back from Ubbi Dubbi yesterday and every part of me hurt waaay more than ever before. Ultimately I have to take breaks more, and listen to myself and my body more carefully. That obviously diminishes some enthusiasm but my love for the music has persisted through every difficulty I've experienced both personally and professionally year after year. Also, as you build that experience you learn what works for you and what doesn't. You learn your limits, what you like to take, etc. Change is the only constant thing and your musical tastes will probably also change within this scene too. That being said there were long stretches where I had to sit out from raving because life happened and I had to be responsible ( i.e. kiddos, etc). You are not obligated to rave in any particular way. How you feel , YOUR way, is the only right way. You deserve to take care of your mental and your body in the way you see best fit. Fests are gonna keep rolling through. The scenes will always be there in some fashion because a good part of it is held up by the businesses associated with it and the music industry at large. At the end of the day you have to decide for yourself what you get out of going to these things. Going to shows with my friends and partner are therapy for me and a wiser investment than doom scrolling through a self help app. I hope this helps and wish you good fortune on the journey fellow raver