Crew: Festival Lineup Planner
Pick sets. Find your friends.
About
Coordinate with friends at music festivals to plan who to see and where to meet. Features include shared setlist planning, real-time check-ins, and end-to-end encrypted group chat. Optional features like Auto Check-In and Relay help you stay connected even with poor signal.
What's New in Crew
1.9.1
November 6, 2026
Fixes for festival weekend. • An invite link that no longer works now says so, and offers Start your own crew • An empty crew chat no longer stays on Loading history. Send works from the first message • Messages from a crewmate's new phone become readable • Chat keeps working after a key sync on bad signal • Your own check-ins stay on the board when your crew is busy • Fixed a crash when pins arrived while a chat was open • Fixed a freeze when opening Crew NEW IN 1.9, IF YOU'RE COMING FROM AN OLDER VERSION • Pins and asks travel over Relay. With no signal, drop a pin or ask where everyone is, and crewmates nearby get it over Bluetooth, end-to-end encrypted • During the festival, tap + beside the message box to drop a pin or ask where everyone is • Messages you missed while out of range arrive when a crewmate comes back in range • A new Relay screen, with How Relay works, explains what Relay does • Messages that came by Relay say Via Relay • Before the festival, the board leads with voting • Tap a stage label on the timeline to see the stage's full name NEW IN 1.8 • Your crew has its own chat, end-to-end encrypted. Tap the chat button on your crew's board • Relay passes chat messages, check-ins and vibes from phone to phone over Bluetooth when the network fails • Changes you make with no signal are saved on your phone first, then sent in order when you're back
MoreFAQ
How does Crew help me plan my festival experience?
Crew allows you and your friends to vote on artists you're interested in seeing, compare clashing sets, and create a shared plan. You can also browse artist bios to discover new music.
Can I find my friends easily with Crew?
Yes, you can check in at stages to let your friends know where you are. The app also allows you to set meeting spots and use a feature called Flare to help friends spot you in a crowd.
Is the chat in Crew secure?
The group chat in Crew is end-to-end encrypted, meaning only your crew members can read your messages. You can also mute conversations and report or block abusive users.
What is Auto Check-In in Crew?
Auto Check-In is an optional feature that automatically shares your stage check-in with your friends, even when the app is closed. It shares your stage location, not your exact coordinates, and can be paused or undone.
Does Crew work when there's no signal?
Yes, Crew has a feature called Relay that allows nearby phones to pass messages, check-ins, and other information over Bluetooth, even without a cellular signal. This feature is optional and rolling out at select events.
What is the age rating for Crew?
Crew has an age rating of 17+. This is based on the app's content and features, which may include mature themes or interactions.
How often is Crew updated?
The latest version of Crew is 1.9.1, and it was last updated on November 6, 2026. Updates typically include new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements.
Does Crew have ads?
No, Crew is free with no advertisements. The app is supported by its features and is not monetized through ad sales.
