Whether you’re a seasoned festival-goer or a first-timer, our festival packing checklist will ensure you have all the essentials to make the most of your getaway. From clothing and camping gear to toiletries and electronics, we’ve got you covered!
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14 Genius Gadgets To Help You Survive Your Next Festival
1. Solar-powered phone charger
This solar-powered phone charger will ensure you have plenty of juice to last you the whole of your festival experience.
2. Camping chairs
Get comfy on a camping chair – it’s much better than sitting on hard ground, plus you won’t risk a soggy bum.
3. Trolley
The ultimate accessory for when you’re lugging all your gear to the campsite. At big festivals like Galstonbury you can end up walking actual kilometres – let the trolley do the heavy lifting!
4. Rain jacket
Alas – a festival essential in the UK has got to be a rain jacket. Get a super-lightweight one that packs down small, and you can just hang it off your bag with a carabiner.
If you’re determined not to let a shower throw off your festival lewks, then treat yourself to a snazzy printed poncho from Rain Kiss – I love the leopard-print – or this brightly-coloured one from Amazon that comes in a bit cheaper.
5. Water bottle holder
Whether your priority is keeping hydrated or dedicating yourself to all-day drinking, a stylish bottle holder is perfect for keeping your bevvy to hand – whilst leave your actual hands free for raving.
Get one that doubles as a drinks cooler, and has a few pockets for you to keep your essentials in too.
6. Shampoo cap
If you’re worrying about how you’ll wash your hair whilst your camping, then look no further than this nifty shampoo camp. It contains a towel-off shampoo that doesn’t need any water, and will keep your hair fresh for an extra day or two.
7. Electric coolbox
An electric coolbox is a really handy way for keeping your drinks cool when you’re not going to be near a fridge for a while! You can power it up from your car or camper van. Shops like Aldi often sell these in the summertime, when you can pick them up for a bit cheap!
8. Rechargeable fairy lights
Bring the vibes to the field with this rechargable fairy lights – and it’s a genius way to make sure you can find your tent when you stumble back in the wee small hours.
9. Sheewee
Now let’s be honest – if you can avoid a festival portaloo at any point, your nostrils will thank you. Some festivals have ladies’ urinals, so you can dodge those lengthy queues and pongy portaloos.
10. Rechargeable camping lamp
A rechargeable camping lamp is a fab accessory – it can last for up to 35 hours! This lamp is also a flashlight and can double as a powerbank – it’s literally the ultimate festival piece of kit. Alternatively, you can get ones with removeable torches, so you can share with your tent-mates
11. Flipbelt
Forget going for a run… use a Flipbelt to keep your valuables safe. The belt sits snuggly against you so you don’t have to worry about it flapping around whilst you rave.
12. Shower in a can
This genius body wash is effectively a shower in a can, and lets you freshen up without any need for water. Alternatively – get this two pack so there’s one for you and your festival pal.
13. Cooling towels
These genius cooling towels help you keep cool in the heat – which is by no means guaranteed at a UK festival, but it’s definitely possible!
Just soak it in water, shake and wring it out – then drape it around your neck and let the moisture-wicking fabric do its thang. Bliss!
14. Apple AirTag
Pop an AirTag (or tile) in your tent – or on your mates – to help keep track of where they are.
Elevate Your Festival Experience With Our Genius Gadgets
Get kitted out for your next festival and enjoy a more cosy and comfortable experience with our genius gadgets! Remember we’ve also got a festival packing checklist to help you remember everything you need to bring with you.
