The arrangements at venues in Europe and in the US are very different, so I think asking Sambo-Chris would be more appropriate than Becky.

If you want to get close (depending on how close you mean) to the stage, you have to be there EARLY. Walking in five minutes before the show won't give you good standing places.

Food, drinks etc. aren't allowed inside the venues, but you can always take a few sugar cubes in your pocket, to give you energy through the standing. Outside the venue you can of course eat/drink.

And if you walk off the ground, you can be sure that you won't be able to hold your place. You will have to go to the back of the arena.

Please don't ask about hotels or the bands' accommodation, or your post will be locked. That's something to be discussed privately.

Hope I was of any help.