For almost all subjects X, an X festival is an excuse to drink beer, hang out, and do silly X-themed stuff.
This should not be taken to mean that it has nothing to do with X, or that it adds no value toward it. What you’re really getting out of it is an opportunity to meet other people who’re into the subject, or at least well-disposed enough to show up to a festival advertised as such.
For almost all subjects X, an X festival is an excuse to drink beer, hang out, and do silly X-themed stuff.
This should not be taken to mean that it has nothing to do with X, or that it adds no value toward it. What you’re really getting out of it is an opportunity to meet other people who’re into the subject, or at least well-disposed enough to show up to a festival advertised as such.