Heading to a music festival this year? You must make sure to pack everything you need before you go. In all the excitement, it’s easy to forget to pack some of the items you’ll need. To help you out, we’ll be going through all the must-have items you should bring for a truly unforgettable festival weekend. From tickets and ID to a tent and portable festival seats, we’ll list all the items you’ll need to make your festival experience one to remember!
The Essentials
Ticket
First and foremost, you’ll need your ticket, or you won’t get into the festival!
Cash/cards
You’ll also want to bring along some cash or a credit card to buy food, drinks and other items that can be purchased on-site.
ID
Don’t forget your ID, either—it’s essential to prove your age if you want to drink alcohol.
Comfortable shoes
Comfortable shoes are another must-have—you’ll be doing a lot of walking (and dancing, of course!) over the weekend, so you’ll want to make sure your feet can handle it. Due to excessive mud, you’ll likely need to wear wellies for most of the festival!
Small bag/backpack
You’ll spend a lot of time away from your tent. For this reason, you’ll need to bring along a small bag or backpack to store any essentials you want to take with you, such as sunscreen, water, your phone, ID, cards, money and other items.
Phone
Make sure to bring your phone with you. If you’re nervous it’ll get damaged or lost, purchase a protective case to keep it clean and dry.
Phone charger
You’ll also want to have a phone charger on hand in case your battery starts running low. You probably won’t have access to a charging point very often, so bring a charged power bank that you can plug your phone into.
Clothes
You’ll need to bring various clothes options as you never know what the weather will be like. Pack the essentials, such as a waterproof jacket, multiple tops, trousers, dresses, shorts, jumpers, underwear and socks, and then add some extra clothes just in case you get wet or muddy!
Sun cream
Make sure to bring sun cream with a high SPF rating. The last thing you want is to get sunburned during your weekend of fun.
Hat
If you’re attending a summer festival, a hot to protect your face from the sun is essential/
Water bottle
A reusable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day.
Snacks
Another essential is plenty of snacks that will keep your energy levels up but are easy to transport, such as cereal bars.
Festival seat
You’ll end up covering a lot of miles at a festival. So to make sure you’ve got somewhere to rest when you get tired, bring a camping chair or walking stick with you. You can even buy lightweight walking sticks that can be converted into portable seats!
Tent
It goes without saying that a good tent is essential for any festival weekend. Make sure to bring a tent that is of reasonable quality and is big enough to comfortably fit you and all of your festival gear.
Sleeping bag
A sleeping bag or inflatable mattress is also essential for a comfortable night’s sleep. Don’t forget to pack pillows and blankets to keep you warm, as it will get quite chilly at night!
Torches/lighting
It’s a good idea to bring a torch with you to a festival, as it will come in handy when it’s time to make the journey back to your tent in the middle of the night. Consider also bringing a battery-powered lamp to keep inside the tent.
Medication
If you take any medication, make sure to bring it with you and store it in a safe, accessible place so you can find it when you need it.
Towel
Bring a towel with you so you can take a shower if there’s one available to use. If there is no shower access, baby wipes are a good alternative.
Toiletries
Make sure to bring limited toiletries with you, as these can quickly take up quite a lot of space in your bag. Bring your toothbrush and toothpaste, hair brush, deodorant, toilet roll, face wipes, shampoo and conditioner (if you have shower access!) and makeup.
Nice-to-have Items
Now that we’ve covered the essentials, let’s explore a few other items that it wouldn’t hurt to bring with you if you have space in your bag:
● Portable speaker
● Polaroid camera
● Insect repellent
● Disposable rain ponchos in case of bad weather
● Camping stove if you’re trying to save money by not buying festival food
● Tinned food to cook on the stove, such as beans, potatoes, etc.
● Camping kettle
We hope this list has helped you prepare for what we’re sure will be a fantastic weekend!
