Reason for the price increase?

[Mugwog]

Someone mentioned in another thread to stop the presses on "Camp" magazine. I agree, it's a fucking waste of paper with very little useful information in it. Why not just give everyone a Vice mag on entry? At least it would be worth glancing thru

[Hawkings]

They are adding camel rides from the Ferris wheel to the sahara this year.

lol

[algunz]

I love The Camp magazine. Fuck y'all.

[Ardentbiscuit]

There's only one reason, it takes a lot of money to take your money.

[crazzz2007]

3) Demand far outpaces supply.

False. By the time all the wristbands were mailed out, aftermarket tickets prices had pretty much come down to about face value. That means demand is approximately equal to supply.

[microcuts]

Or it just means that people just don't want to pay over face value for an already expensive event.

[crazzz2007]

You did not say anything that contradicts what I said. You essentially said the exact same thing I said, but in different words.

[PlayaDelWes]

False. By the time all the wristbands were mailed out, aftermarket tickets prices had pretty much come down to about face value. That means demand is approximately equal to supply.

Yes...for the month leading up to the fest. But no when there is hype around lineup time. Must consider timing as well. Demand has outpaced supply months in advance while housing is still available, groups are able to plan together, and there's always that option to sell your ticket later.

[insbordnat]

False. By the time all the wristbands were mailed out, aftermarket tickets prices had pretty much come down to about face value. That means demand is approximately equal to supply.

That's not true either. We're only talking about the prices set by GV (primary market). If demand is high enough, they can charge more, irrespective of whether its scalpers or concert goers. The secondary market prices are a different story. The frenzy that exists at the date of sale, the fear of selling out, etc. will all drive ticket prices higher.

[TomAz]

Working on two reasons, which both make sense to me...

1) They want to book a band with a very high price...
2) They're making up the money from purchasing the polo fields.

It's probably #2...

The reason there is a price increase is that GV is charging more.

Anything beyond that, you are overthinking it.

[PlayaDelWes]

Overthinking things on this message board stops now.

Only Tom is shall determine the right amount of think.

[TomAz]

False. By the time all the wristbands were mailed out, aftermarket tickets prices had pretty much come down to about face value. That means demand is approximately equal to supply.

Your logic is sound but I am not sure the data supports your assertion. I sold my extra VIP wristband for about 150% of face about two weeks before wknd 1.

[elChurro]

It's to pay for all the free passes the reality show celebrities get, in return for more coverage.

[Tikiman]

Heck, I'm just wondering if they're selling the tickets early so they can invest that money until next year. Even with a 5% return they'll make mucho buckos.

[bloodybeth]

New for 2013, the price you see is what you pay — prices reflect all fees included.

-KROQ
haha

[JustSteve]

It's to pay for all the free passes the reality show celebrities get, in return for more coverage.

they don't get free passes. shit, my friend is the guy who runs the festival and i don't get in free. comps are a thing of the past.

[philabuster]

I just hope they don't raise the price of a bottle of water

[elChurro]

they don't get free passes. shit, my friend is the guy who runs the festival and i don't get in free. comps are a thing of the past.

"Celebrity" being a key word, I'm guessing you're not. Maybe you should talk to my friend at Capitol, he'll get you in.

[elChurro]

Some greedy Indio official is proposing an increase sales tax on all festivals (meaning Coachella) if they get their way expect a increase in ticket prices.

[Mau5 Boyz]

becausez youlzz payz

[H_is_O]

Does anyone here understand the concept of inflation?

[ialvarado2]

Two words: inflation.

[suprefan]

Working on two reasons, which both make sense to me...

1) They want to book a band with a very high price...
2) They're making up the money from purchasing the polo fields.

It's probably #2...

Cause a $20 increase since 2007 is soooooooooooooooooo insane?