Survival Of The Music Festival

Music Festivals, a weekend of sweaty strangers gathered together for good music and chill vibes. I have had my fair share of Music Festivals these past five years, and I have lived fully during every second of them. However, there are many different things I wish I would have known to prepare for before attending my first festival. I have created a Music Festival Essentials Guide for any Newbie deciding to embark in the art of their first festival. Here is a checklist to help you pack and prepare for your upcoming Festival. Keep in mind that every festival is a complete different experience and you may or may not need every single item from this checklist. This is an overall checklist of the items that may be needed.

What To Pack:

Basics:

• SPF 100 Lotion Sunscreen *No aerosol containers! A lot of festivals do not allow.*

• Travel size Hand Sanitizer

• On the Go Wet Wipes

• Small Roll of Toilet Paper (Optional)

• Allergy Medication

• Pain Relief Medication

• Band-aids

• Eye Drops

• Ear Plugs (Optional)

• On the Go Bug Replant *No aerosol containers! A lot of festivals do not allow.*

• 2 Portable Chargers (You are surrounded with thousand of people for 10+ hrs and your phone battery is constantly being drained, 2 is an UNDERSTATEMENT) *Do Not forget the USB cord!*

• Travel Size Deodorant (Optional)

• Battery Powered Mini Fan or Hand Fan (Trust me, you will SWEAT!)

• Reusable Water Bottle (STAY HYDRATED!)

• Reusable Cutlery

• Reusable Napkins

• Umbrella (BEWARE some Festivals only allow small umbrellas or none.)

• Waterproof Blanket or Folding Chair to sit on

• Go Pro or Compact Camera (Some Festivals do not allow detachable lenses or other accessories)

• Extra Cash

• Gum

• Festival and Transportation App

STYLE and Beauty:

• Hair Ties

• Chapstick

• UV Sunglasses

• Small Drawstring bag or Backpack (Some Festivals Do Not Allow Backpacks only small bags.)

• Bandanna and Hat (Opt for a full style hat that will shield your face from the sun.)

• Light Weight Sweater (Depending on the State, the nights might get chilly!)

• Rain Poncho

• Comfortable shoes

• Loose Clothing

• Compact Mirror

IF Camping:

• Tent and Tent Stakes

• Sleeping Bag

• Flash lights or Lanterns

• Outdoor Games

• Sheets

• Pillows

• Reusable bags

• Travel size Mouthwash

• Travel size Toothpaste

• Bamboo Toothbrush

• Dry Shampoo

• Cooler

• Towel

• Travel Size Shampoo/Conditioner

• Makeup

• Grill

• Duct Tape

• Solar Charger

• Pans

• Can Opener

Remember to always do your research on the festival that you will be attending. Make sure to check your Festivals website for any information such as allowed and prohibited items. Do not forget to HAVE FUN and let go of all your worries!

XO,

Fabi