Foam Rave Hard Techno in Downtown LA

Ravela and Climax are filling a downtown rooftop with foam and hard techno, and the flyer says it runs until sunrise. If you want one of the louder raves in Los Angeles this month, this is the one built around getting soaked. Swim attire is encouraged, which tells you what kind of night to plan for.

When: Starts late Friday, October 16 at 11:45 PM, ending around 6 AM Where: Secret location in DTLA (the flyer says rooftop) Price: $10 on Posh

A date to double check

Posh lists the start as 11:45 PM on Friday, October 16, with an end time near 6 AM on Saturday. The flyer, though, bills it as "this Saturday, October 17th" with an 11:59 PM start. That could mean the night rolls past midnight into Saturday, or it could mean the dates differ. Before you plan your ride, text the number on the flyer or check the Posh page for the final word.

The lineup

The flyer sells it as a hard techno lineup with a DJ contest at its center. Chamoy Baby, Karlim, NPC and Doom are the names on the flyer. A contest format usually means a few sets back to back with the crowd deciding who earned it, so expect a lot of energy early and a floor that stays packed. Hard techno is the fast, driving, kick-heavy end of the genre, so if you like your EDM in Los Angeles with some grit, this fits.

What to bring and what to expect

Foam parties are wet. Wear something you don't mind ruining, bring a change of clothes for the ride home, and keep your phone in a waterproof pouch. Shoes with grip help, because foam floors get slick. Hydrate, and plan for a cold rooftop breeze once the night wears on.

The venue is a "secret location" in downtown, so the exact address comes after you buy a ticket or reach out. The organizers say all sales are final with no refunds, so be sure of your plans first. Questions can go by text to (833) 595-0508 (text "FOAM") or by DM to @climaxevents.la on Instagram.

Getting there

Downtown is easy to reach at odd hours by rideshare, and with a sunrise finish you won't want to drive tired. Pick a drop-off a block or two from the entrance and set a meeting point with your group. If you're collecting things to do in Los Angeles for the weekend, this is the late-night option.

For more nights like this, browse the EDM calendar or see what else is happening in Downtown LA.