Going to a show solo? Here’s how to make it great.

Sample article. Waiting for friends to agree on a date is how great shows get missed. Going solo means you get the setlist, the spot, and the night — on your terms.

Why it works

Nobody to keep track of. No negotiating when to leave. And you’d be surprised how easy it is to talk to the person next to you when you both know every word.

Come solo. Leave with a few more friends.

Make it easy on yourself

• Know how you’re getting home before you go.
• Arrive early enough to settle in.
• Travel with a group — even a group of strangers — so the night starts before the show.