Ever since I was in middle school going to concerts has been one of my favorite activities. It is an escape for me. I get to leave any troubles behind for a few hours and just have fun. For me, going to a concert can become an all day activity. At first, I started getting to concerts early because I am a bit short and if there are people in front of me I have trouble seeing the stage. This means that I have to get to concert hours in advance to guarantee a good spot. But now, I get in line extra early just for the experience. If you're lucky, some bands will come and greet you in line while you're waiting. Also, some of my best friendships have been made by meeting people standing in line hours before a concert. I take the day of a concert in different stages, and here are those stages as told by GIFS.

1. Waking up super early to get ready

In order to secure a close spot in line, I often have to wake up very early. When the alarm goes off I give myself a few minutes to process how early it is, but then excitement takes over and I forget my exhaustion.

2. Waiting in line

At first, waiting in line can be very boring. Especially if there are not a lot of people there yet. Time can feel like it's going by so slowly and you just want to get in.

3. Making new friends in line

Since everyone is in line for the same reason, to see one of their favorite bands or artists, it is very easy to find things to talk about. Some of my best friends in the world are people I met in line at concerts. Having a common interest right from the start is a definite plus.

4. Finally getting in and running to get a good spot

Security always makes a point to say "no running," and I definitely try my best to follow that rule. However, when people further back in the line start getting excited and start to run, I often find myself having to run to find a spot. Otherwise, they'll cut in front of me or I'll get trampled.

5. Waiting for your favorite band to come on

When I get to my spot after a very long day and am waiting for the band to come on, I often can't contain my excitement.

6. Dancing to some of your favorite songs

There's nothing like hearing and dancing to your favorite songs live. No matter how many times I see a band live, I never get over the feeling of excitement.

Concerts are definitely an experience, and for me often an all day commitment. However, they are very worth it for me and I could never find a replacement for the feelings of excitement and happiness that I feel when I'm in the crowd at a concert.