Solardo Brings the Heat (Literally) to The Sound
Hags Fest Presents: The Opening Day Ceremony kicks off Friday, July 17 at 7:00 PM PT at The Sound in Del Mar, CA — and Solardo is set to headline an outdoor night that’ll be as hot as the lineup. This is a fully open-air venue, so the weather isn’t a footnote here — it’s part of the whole experience.
What the Sky Is Doing
The National Weather Service is calling for sunny skies with a high near 94°F, so if you’re arriving before sunset, you’re walking into serious daytime heat. Winds are out of the west at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph — enough to kick up dust on an open field, even with only a 1% chance of rain.
Bottom line: dress light, breathable, and sun-ready. Think tanks, shorts, or breathable festival fits — and skip the heavy layers entirely. There’s essentially no rain risk, so leave the poncho at home and focus on sun and wind protection instead.
Gear Up for the Heat
With temps sitting near 94°F for hours before Solardo even takes the stage, hydration is non-negotiable. A hydration backpack lets you sip water hands-free while you’re dancing, and it’s one of the few bags built for exactly this kind of long, hot festival day.
Pair it with SPF 50 sport sunscreen — sweat-resistant formulas matter when you’re out from afternoon sun into evening. Those west winds and gusts up to 20 mph mean dust and grit are likely on an open-air site like The Sound, so a bandana face cover does double duty: sun protection for your neck and a quick shield if the wind picks up dust.
Festival-Ready Extras
Going all-in on the look? A little body glitter gel fits the Opening Day Ceremony energy without adding any real weight to your bag. For footwear, skip anything you’re not comfortable standing in for hours — comfortable walking sandals are the move for a grass-and-dirt outdoor venue like The Sound.
A long day in the sun also means your phone battery won’t make it to encore time. Toss a portable phone charger 20000mah in your bag so you can keep shooting Solardo’s set without hunting for an outlet.
Practical Tips for The Sound
Since this is an outdoor festival stage, expect walking from parking to the venue — plan to arrive well before the 7:00 PM PT set time to beat both crowds and the lingering afternoon heat. Many outdoor festival venues restrict bag sizes and styles for entry, so a clear stadium bag is a safe bet to avoid any issues at the gate.
The Recap
Sunny, near 94°F, light-to-gusty west winds, next to no rain chance. Hydrate constantly, sunscreen often, and dress for heat, not weather surprises — the only real challenge Friday night is the sun itself, not the forecast.