Dave Matthews Band at Gorge Amphitheatre

Expect a ton of fun at the Gorge even before Dave Matthews and the crew take the stage. It's going to be their second day rocking out, and at this point, the guys need their beauty rest. That doesn't mean, though, that you'll want to take your time heading out here to the Gorge Amphitheater. You'll want to get here early to enjoy the different amenities that the event offers. Also, keep in mind that a lot of people are going to be here already from Friday's event. That means they'll have a leg up in finding spots near the main stage. If you're up early on Saturday, though, you can beat them out for a place next to the stage on August 30th.

Without a doubt, getting a chance to see the Dave Matthews Band live is the highlight of the event. If you're not necessarily a fan of the band, these Labor Day plans might be a hard sell. That being said, the festival experience that's a major part of this 3-day residency is also worth a second look. The one thing about these rock shows compared to maybe what you'll see at an electronic music event is that you're in for a "normal vibe." Sure, by Saturday, one or two folks might already be looking like the Walking Dead, but that's not a generalized feeling that you could have at other events. That means you'll have a fun time doing these walkabouts and just taking in everything that the Gorge Amphitheater experience has to offer.

As mentioned, this second night promises to be the high point of the three-day event. The DMB is probably not going to leave too many of their hit songs off the set list for this night. That may mean they'll do some repeats of Friday's show. You're not really missing out on a whole lot! It could be the busiest night of the three days for sure, so again, arrive early! Hit that get tickets button as well before they start to run out.