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How to Stage a Flash Rave

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Channel: Howcast · 2010 · Howto & Style

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It doesn't have to be an all-night party in Ibiza to be a rave. You can throw a short, but sweet dance party anywhere!

Step 1: Put together a team
Put together a team to share the responsibilities of deciding on a location, spreading the word, and getting music.

Step 2: Decide on a location
Decide on a location. Pick an easy-to-find public place with enough room to accommodate a dance party.

Step 3: Use social media to recruit
Recruit flash ravers using social media like blogs, networking sites, and text-message services. Be sure to include the when and where, along with cues for when to start and stop dancing.

Tip
Establish rules to keep the rave safe, courteous, and legal.

Step 4: Get music
Get music. Flash raves are short, so pick one or two high-energy dance songs. Use a portable stereo; just make sure it's loud enough that everyone will be able to hear it. If that isn't an option, consider throwing a silent rave where everyone brings headphones and mp3 players to dance to their own beat. 

Step 5: Get the party started
Get the party started! Be courteous to non-raving bystanders and disperse at the agreed upon time. Most importantly, have fun! 

Did You Know?
In February 2009 a flash rave with more than 14,000 participants shut down Liverpool train station in London.

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