The Ultimate Festival Pack List
Festival season is officially here, and to help you stay fully prepped, we’ve put together the ultimate packing list. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned pro, this checklist will make sure you don’t leave behind any of the essentials.
ESSENTAILS
Festival ticket / wristband
ID / Passport
Cash & card (some places are cashless – check ahead)
Phone + waterproof case / power bank
Festival app / printed schedule / map
CAMPING GEAR
Tent (with stakes, guy lines)
Sleeping bag
Sleeping mat / air mattress / pillow
Tarp / groundsheet (extra protection from rain)
Torch / headlamp + spare batteries
Portable phone charger
Padlock (for tent or locker)
CLOTHING
T-shirts / Tank tops
Shorts / Leggings
Warm layers (nights can be cold)
Underwear & Socks (extra pairs!)
Hat / Cap
Gloves (if it's a colder climate)
Waterproof jacket / Poncho
Comfortable shoes / Boots
Flip-flops (for showers)
Sunglasses
Bandana / Scarf (for dust, sun protection)
Fun festival outfit / Costume
TOILETRIES
Toilet paper / tissues
Wet wipes / baby wipes (life saver)
Hand sanitizer
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Deodorant
Soap / biodegradable body wash
Small towel
Medications
Sunscreen (high SPF)
Dry shampoo
Eye drops
Hairbrush / comb / hair ties
FOOD&DRINK/COOKING
Water bottles / hydration pack
Reusable water bottle (many festivals have refillable stations)
Camping stove (if allowed)
Lighter / matches
Cooking utensils / mess kit
Cooler / cool bag
Easy meals & snacks (protein bars, instant noodles, fruit, canned goods)
Reusable cutlery & plate
Spices, tea / coffee, etc.
Electrolyte powder / tablets
Drinks (if allowed)
HEALTH & SAFETY
First aid kit (plasters, antiseptic, painkillers, blister pads)
Bug spray
Thermometer (if camping in extreme heat)
Face masks (dust or COVID, depending on the event)
Cooling towel or fan (for hot weather)
Ice packs (for injuries or cooling down)
HANDY EXTRAS
Camping chair
Mirror (compact)
Camera / Disposable camera
Notebook & pen
Duct tape (fixes anything)
Zip ties / bungee cords
Trash bags
Day bag / small backpack
Earplugs & eye mask
Cards / games for downtime
