Don't bring children to dmb shows. You'll have a hard time enjoying it, and so will they. Take them to disneyland.

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Yes, Mike, You are right on! The whole scene is very fun for adults, but kids? NO! And as parents, when my husband and I see children at events like that, we just shake our heads. I mean, really, they don't belong there! And its true, there are people parting until 3am, and then other people up with their music blasting at 6am. I personally know that my 5 year old could not handle that! He loves to sleep, he would be such a crab if he were woken up that earily (as well as, up that late) for 3 straight days. Plus, good for you that you sacrfice the alone time that you could be having with your husband. But, my husband and I cherish that time, we have one on one as well as doing something we love together (as in seeing DMB). Everybody needs time like that every once in a while! Not to mention my boys love spending the weekend with their grandparents! Here's to no kids at the Gorge!

People seem to be discussing this choice based on whether the kid will survive the weekend or not. Yes, they'll likely survive. Hopefully no pervert will steal your kid and molest them... and hopefully a drunk fat man won't fall on them and crush them...

But what about lessons learned? Kids around drunk partiers and smokers? Why would parents let kids get those kinds of lessons at such an early age? Why do parents think their kids need this experience? Do dumb stuff with your own life, not your kid's.

"Hey Johnny... what did you do this summer?"
"I got to see people get totally fucked up! I even got high because some guy blew smoke in my face. He thought it was funny! It made me cough. I even learned how to make a pipe out of a beer can. It was really cool!"

BTW - I am bringing a kid... he'll be 17 (and 3/4).

Consider age-appropriate activities. If you're confused, just count the number of other little kids at the Gorge versus... say, Disneyland.

I'm personally not taking offense, as it's nice to know how others feel about it.

The entire reasoning for asking was that (as initially stated) I've NEVER been to the Gorge, so I have no idea what to expect. (Haha now I do!)

I think at my sons age (2), w/ his personality and temperment he'd be fine - granted I stayed away from smoke, drunk fat men, and perverts and stayed in a hotel.... but I'm opting for the chilled weekend away considering that this DMB show sounds like it'll be a hedonistic 3 days of adult fun. ;)

Hi Candi, I think we've chatted before on the Warehouse boards, anyway, I wasn't sure who your question was directed at, but, in my opinion, it isn't a question of enjoying the show or not, or even age limitations. I work in a field that is about child protection, therefore, I am passionate about this subject. You and I, and just about everyone else that attends these shows, (multiple shows in my case), knows what goes on nightly. Drinking, smoking (any number of things) and unfortunately fighting (I have seen this several times, especially in the gorge campground). Now, I'm not saying that this is happening at every show and yes it is a small group of trouble makers, but, why take the chance with your most important little people. This is just a forum to offer opinions, and this is mine. I know that not everyone is going to agree with me, but I am still entitled to have this opinion. Ok? I hope this clarifies my point without being offensive. Peace, Lisa