Concerts are always fun. From the loud music to the flashing lights and tacky outfits, there is something so special and unforgettable about going to a first—or any—concert. General admission concerts—concerts in which there are no assigned seats, in particular—are even more exhilarating. Here are some reasons why:

1. Getting there eight hours beforehand.

As weird as this may sound to someone who's never been to a general admission concert, people who have waited in line for hours know what I mean. General admission concerts let people get as close as possible to their favorite artists, all without spending an arm and a leg for first row. The only (sometimes) downside to this, is if someone wants to be in the first row or as close as possible, then they need to arrive extra early. Lines in general admission concerts fill up fast, and the wait while sitting in line is usually long and slow. However, it only adds to the excitement, and there are sometimes people going down the line, singing songs and selling their CDs, using the concert as a way to get their names out.

2. No assigned seats.

General admission concerts allow a person to stand anywhere they would like, whether it be close to the front or far in the back. Without worrying about seats and tiny rows, it allows for a bunch of mosh pits, jumping, and singing. Losing oneself in the moment among a whole crowd while everyone's favorite song is being played can make anyone feel like they are on top of the world.

3. Crowd surfing.

Crowd surfing may sometimes be annoying when one doesn't see it coming, but it's still what makes a general admission concert a general admission concert. While there can be many things being passed around in the air, it's quite a sight to see people being passed down the audience all the way to the front. For the people in the back, crowd surfing is their way of being able to get close to their favorite band, and sometimes even a way to hold their hand. Sometimes, crowd surfing can be used as a means to escape the tight crowds when they get too much. Crowd surfing has always been around, and even though it can sometimes be useful and sometimes annoying, it's one part about general admission concerts that are here to stay.

4. Seeing a favorite band or artist.

All concerts have this in common. However, there is something so magical about being one of a thousand people, standing in a crowd, jumping and singing along to a favorite song that normal concerts don't seem to compare. General admission concerts are wild, tiring, exciting, heart-pumping, and adrenaline-boosting, and they are memories that will never be forgotten.