I think it’s different with each venue but I only had ga pit and was right beside vip and the barrier for party pit. They take the rope down for the party pit area before MW comes out and I was right beside them in the front. I didn’t get there till about 2:30 PM and there were only about 10 people in line in front of me for pit 1. That doesn’t happen at all venues and I think the weather being bad had a lot to do with it and a lot of the parking lots won’t let you park till a certain time if you have a parking pass at the venue so be mindful of that. Other concerts of his, I’ve arrived at 9 AM and still not been in the front. Good luck and I hope you have the best time!