Venue-hopper

A 'venue-hopper' is a person, typically a music or event enthusiast, who attends multiple events or performances at different locations (venues) within a specific timeframe, such as a single evening or a festival weekend. This often involves moving between events to experience a diverse range of offerings and maximize their entertainment exposure. They prioritize experiencing as much as possible, frequently prioritizing variety over deep immersion in a single event.

Venue-hopper meaning with examples

• During the music festival, I considered myself a dedicated venue-hopper. I dashed between stages, catching snippets of performances from indie bands to electronic acts. Fueled by excitement and overpriced beer, I chased the next act to cross off bands from my must-see list, neglecting sleep for three nights.
• My friend is a renowned venue-hopper, always searching for the next pop-up art show or underground concert. This Saturday alone, she's planning to check out the new gallery opening, a poetry slam, and a midnight movie screening in different parts of the city. Her stamina is impressive!
• The city's annual film festival caters to both serious cinephiles and venue-hoppers like myself. I knew I wouldn't have time to watch all the movies but I still tried to see as many as possible. This involved quickly skimming the program guide and strategizing which screenings would be best.
• Though exhausted from the multi-venue pub crawl I organized, I must admit that I felt a true venue-hopper feeling. The atmosphere of each venue, with the band or DJ playing, coupled with the crowds of new people, gave me a complete buzz, and the excitement of making my friends happy was incredible.