What to Buy and Bring for a Festival Visit

A festival visit needs more than tickets and a phone. Pack for long periods outdoors, changing weather, crowded areas and a group that may split up during the day. This checklist covers the easy-to-forget items: water, portable power, clear group information, basic first aid and waterproof storage. Buy or prepare the supplies a few days before departure, then check weather and festival rules again on the final day.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Equipment

Power banksqty 6
Charging cablesqty 8
Phone cases with lanyardqty 20

Communication

Walkie-talkiesqty 4
Laminated programsqty 20
Floor plansqty 20
Name stickersqty 25
Waterproof markersqty 4

Personal belongings

Backpacksqty 6
Fanny packsqty 20
Foldable Seat Matsqty 20
Reusable water bottlesqty 25
Sunglassesqty 20

Clothing

Rain ponchosqty 25
Capsqty 20

Safety

Mini First Aid Kitsqty 3
Blister plastersqty 2
Whistlesqty 6
Emergency blanketsqty 4

Practical supplies

Plastic storage boxesqty 4
Ziplock bagsqty 30
Waterproof document sleevesqty 6
Luggage tagsqty 25
Trash grabbersqty 2

Catering

Coolersqty 4
Ice packsqty 12
Reusable cupsqty 25
Napkin holdersqty 2
Groceries
- Spa Blue - 48 bottles
- Sparkling mineral water - 12 bottles
- Cola - 6 cans
- Cola Zero - 6 cans
- Peach iced tea - 6 cans
- Ice tea green - 6 cans
- Apple juice - 3 liters
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 1 box
- Sugar - 1 pack
- Milk - 2 liter
- Oat milk - 2 liter
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Snacks - 3 bags
- Muesli bars - 30 pieces
- Nut Bars - 20 pieces
- Bananas - 20 pieces
- Apples - 20 pieces
- Grapes - 3 trays
- Whole wheat wraps - 24 pieces
- Hummus - 4 tubs
- Cheese slices - 2 packs
- Turkey breast - 2 packs
- Cucumber - 4 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 4 trays
- Mayonnaise - 1 bottle
- Ketchup - 1 bottle
- Salt - 1 shaker
- Pepper - 1 shaker
- Lemon wipes - 2 packs
- Sunscreen SPF 30 - 4 bottles
- After-sun lotion - 2 bottles
- Lip balm with SPF - 6 pieces
- Hand sanitizer - 6 bottles
- Wet wipes - 4 packs
- Tissues - 10 packs
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Toilet paper - 4 rolls
- Disinfectant wipes - 2 packs
- Hand soap - 2 bottles
- Trash bags - 20 pieces
- Aluminum foil - 1 roll
- Cling film - 1 roll
- Freezer bags - 1 box

Cleaning

Hand sanitizer dispensersqty 4
Trash bagsqty 20

Tips

Plan at least one reusable water bottle per person, and check whether the festival allows outside drinks before filling them. Add a cooler and ice packs only if the rules and transport arrangements permit them.
Allow one charged power bank and the correct charging cable for every one to two phones used by group contacts. Charge them fully the night before; phone batteries are often needed for tickets, transport updates and emergency calls.
Pack rain ponchos, caps and sunglasses according to the forecast, but keep weather gear accessible rather than buried in the main luggage. A waterproof document sleeve protects tickets, group details and emergency contacts from sudden rain.
For a group, prepare one clearly labelled information pack with laminated programs, a floor plan, name stickers and waterproof markers. Give each group contact the details they need before arrival instead of relying on a single phone.
Take a mini first aid kit with blister plasters for each main group, plus hand sanitizer and enough trash bags for the return journey. Store tickets, cables and small medical supplies in ziplock bags or waterproof sleeves so they stay usable in a crowded, wet environment.

Frequently asked questions

What should I bring to a festival for one day?: Bring a reusable water bottle, phone and charging cable, a power bank, weather protection, a small bag, basic blister care and your admission ticket. Add sunglasses or a cap for sun, and a rain poncho if showers are possible.
How many power banks do I need for a festival group?: Plan on one fully charged power bank for every one to two phones used by group contacts. For a larger group, give each assigned contact access to a power bank rather than keeping every charger with one organiser.
How early should I buy supplies for a festival visit?: Buy the non-perishable items at least 3 to 5 days before departure. Charge power banks and pack tickets, cables, weather gear and first aid supplies the evening before, then check the festival rules and forecast again.
What food and drink containers can I take to a festival?: Check the festival rules before buying or packing drinks, coolers and reusable cups, because entry policies differ. If they are allowed, prepare one reusable bottle per person and use a cooler with ice packs only when transport and storage make it practical.

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