The data encompass what respondents viewed as the attractions and adverse features of the rave/dance party scene, their views of the place of drug use within the scene, experience in obtaining and providing drugs, and the issue of driving while intoxicated. Non-drug factors such as lighting, music, dancing, the nonviolent atmosphere, sense of social cohesion, and relative lack of predatory male sexual behavior were the major attractions of the scene; respondents noted, however, that these features were enhanced by the effects of "dance" drugs, especially "ecstasy." There were concerns that younger participants were at increased risk of drug-related harm and that this would bring adverse media attention and disrepute to the rave/dance party scene. This study supports the view that "raves" are not "drug supermarkets," as most respondents obtained their drugs many days before the event. A substantial minority of respondents described traveling to or from "raves" with drivers who were drug-affected. Less than half of those who discussed the issue said they considered whether the driver was under the influence of a drug. This is a major concern and has implications for policing practices, peer education, and rave-related materials. 14 references