This was my first Spirit West Coast event, although I have wanted to go for years. I really didn't know what to expect aside from great Christian music - which there was! The line-up was fantastic and made waiting for Mercy Me very enjoyable - especially loved Danny Gokey and his band. My mistake was not checking out the experience from past attendees. I expected more of a family fun atmosphere, (i.e food trucks, games, etc.) It was really more of a music fest with booths to buy T-shirts, etc. That was not so much fun for the 7 year old that came with us but he endured. Of course, Mercy Me was fantastic and totally worth the wait. We had terrific seats under the awning so no problem with the sun. Everyone was very friendly and kind. One employee offered me the use of the VIP elevator when he noticed my difficulty with the stairs. All in all, great time. I'm not sure I would go again for such a long event (3:00 pm to 10:30 pm) but would consider it for a great headliner with just one or two bands before.