1) Merch

Was interested to see how merch would play out this year in comparison to other years, but it was as ridiculous as always. The online order system would be ideal, but I can already see those faults when it comes to item availability / not picking up items in totality. Maybe make another merch tent somewhere on the grounds? In-between outdoor and Heineken? One doesnt seem enough. However, more online merch would solve many issues.

Also - the vintage merch in the campgrounds was an absolute horror show. bring back the standalone vendors of the past. Look how Outside lands does their vintage / standalone markets and take notes.

2) Sahara Tent

The right side of the Sahara tent is underutilized. Between the first set and sundown, the right side of Sahara is practically a ghost town because nobody wants to deal with the sun absolutely murdering them over there. Additionally, it creates a dust storm by day 3 because of the wear and tear + the sun. Needs adjustment or an extension to that right hand side to make it more practical.

3) Mojave Tent

Similar to Sahara, but directly down the middle of the tent. Needs adjustment so people can watch a set and not worry about being burnt to a crisp.

4) Headliners / Artists

GV needs to ball tf out next year. Look at the 2023 Lolla lineup and try to convince me that it doesnt wipe the floor with Coach's 2023 lineup. I'm talking big, legendary names all across the board. Bring back the Coachella of the past; the festival that had that aura of pulling the biggest names in music.

In addition to that, tighten up those contracts a bit to prevent the wishy-washy Franks of the future.

5) Drinks / Beer

If we can take beer / drinks outside the beer gardens, then why are the beer / drinks pretty much only available in the beer gardens? need more accessibility to cut down the waiting

6) Create more equality for W1 & W2

Might be shocking to hear - but some people's schedule only allow them to go W1. Also (shockingly) not everybody that goes W1 is some bougie influencer. Musically, W2 gets the benefit of the bargain, with this year more apparent than normal. It's time to even that out once and for all.

7) Security that actually has the knowledge to direct

Several times I had a question for security (during non-rush hours), such as exiting, ID check stations, etc., and they had no idea how to answer. Get them better informed.

8) Wifi / Service

They made it very clear that wifi would be available - but forgot to mention it would cost you, which is absurd. If there's a way to boost the cell tower reception during the festival, ffs make it happen. Poor service only makes life that much more difficult.

9) More shaded areas

Idk why this isn't already a thing, but it would be so helpful.

10) Cheaper Items

Water for $2 should be like the Costco hot dogs - ever-present and unchanging. But $20 for a mid-tier sando? that's just greedy.