To go to a concert alone?

I went to a gig abroad by myself last year. Met some people online first and met then at rhe venue for a few drinks before we went to our seats, but the actual show was sat by myself. Sadly seat mates were not chatty (they didn't even talk to each other 🤣 so was a bit bored between warm up and main act. But when the artist is on you wouldn't (definitely shouldn't!) be talking anyway.

I actually really enjoyed it and got a much better seat as I only needed a single ticket! Go for it 🙌

I go to concerts,recitals,museums,galleries,etc etc. on my own all the time.DH can't cope well with attending things like this anymore due to his disability and I'm quite happy to go it alone-in fact,it's good because I can set my own schedule and sit where I want!

I do have friends that enjoy the same things,but more often than not these days they are stuck with caring commitments so if it happens that they can make it too then that's a bonus but I no longer wait until there's something we can all attend together.

I'm happy and confident to do this because I stick to places I know well and if I didn't make the effort I wouldn't get out much to these events at all.Sometimes I find someone to chat to but that doesn't overwhelmingly bother me.Sometimes people will ask me in a semi curious way if I'm on my own and I just reply v.politely 'Thank You,but I'm fine'😊

I’ve done this. My OH is autistic and doesn’t do well in crowds. After many years missing great bands/comedians etc. I decided to just go alone. I’ll now even happily eat alone at a restaurant. Of course, I’d rather have company, but why miss the things you love just because you don’t have someone to share them with?

Glad you’ve got your good seat.

when I was working in London I got many great single seats at the front, usually by the photographer who disappears after 20 mins

you'll have a great time and not be worrying if your mate is enjoying it as much as you are

The metal crowd are so friendly and welcoming. DS GF said she’d go to Bloodstock with him (she’s done Parklife and Creamfields etc) She was really nervous about it but had a blast! She said she couldn’t believe how friendly everyone was compared to festivals she’d been to before.

I’ve been to two concerts alone as, well I don’t know any other fans myself so rather than drag someone else along I enjoyed myself with the rest of his fans and had an absolute blast in great company. I would do it again in a heartbeat

@SnarkMode ... I've got tickets OP for Manchester. I'm in the gods but who care, it'll be a great night 😃

Just seen this update - YAY! Have a brilliant time and give our regards to the legendary Stevie!

I'd go on my own, especially as it's a big seated gig.

I honestly can't remember if I've ever been to a concert on my own, but I've been to the theatre on my own plenty of times and I love it! I've definitely never regretted it.

@SnarkMode ... oh well done !

I tried with priority from Co-op but all sold out !
Where are you seeing her ?

I was single for about 15 years and went to many concerts, gigs and comedy shows by myself. I would usually feel slightly sorry myself but always had a really good time regardless. Would dance, sing and chat to randoms next to me. Far better to go than not go was my view.

And then one time a gig came up for Rick Astley, first tour in 20odd years, and a friend I used to live near loved him as much as I did. So I travelled back down, we met for food and went off to the gig. And I HATED having her with me. I was far too bothered about whether she was having a good time to enjoy it myself. I'm now in a relationship, and we've been to comedy nights and I hate that too.....I can't enjoy myself for fear (daft I know!) that they don't think comedian is funny, or are offended by any jokes, are comfy in their seat, want a drink, etc. I know, I know, it's stupid of me and I should just let myself relax, but I can't.

So in summary, I'd much MUCH rather go alone and just be able to enjoy it for myself.

Yay, sounds great! I prefer standing too when possible, but needs must. Lone or with pals, you're all there for the same reason. Have a fab night! 🙂

Go for it! I understand where you are coming from in wanting to have someone to share the excitement but once you are there and the music starts you'll not notice you are alone.
I've been to gigs where the people I was with weren't as into it as me and I would of been just as happy on my own.

I would definitely stand! It's way less obvious that way who is alone and who isn't. Also sitting sucks.

You'll have a fantastic time. Enjoy yourself!

I went to see one of my all time favs a few weeks back, took my oh who enjoys the music but isn’t a massive fan like me.
it was a great gig. I had a fab time, he sat down the whole time with his coat on and didn’t really engage.
it sort of spoilt it a bit for me.
id have rather gone on my own in hindsight.

I’ve been to gigs on my own all my life when nobody shared my interest. Much better than going with someone who doesn’t share your passion.

Yes! Went to Harry Styles this summer alone in a seated ticket. Cheap as for a really good view because nobody wants single tickets! Would do it again for sure.

Look for groups in your area.
I'm in NI and we have a group on FB full of women who don't have a lot of friends to do things with. A group of them have just planned a holiday to Majorca for June and concerts and things come up regularly.
Not that there's anything wrong with going alone, but if you did want company, this might be an option.

Go. Chat to the people next to you. The best but is you csn decide what you think of the concert without your friends opinions. I went to see Dylan 20 years ago wuth a group of friends. Dylan does not do a greatest hits show, but reinterprets some of his songs, changing many aspects, even some of the lyrics and melodies, and adds some of his lesser known and newer songs. Everyone else with me hated it, and spent the journey home moaning about it. In fact. They stll moan about it 20 years later. Tge next time I went to see him. I checked recent set lists, familiarised myself with all the songs, and went on my own. Absolutely loved it. Have now beem every time he has been to the UK, always on my own, and loved every gig. So go and do it. You will have a great time.