Your ultimate packing list for every festival

Sing along. Dance. Laugh. Enjoy. And leave the worries of everyday life behind: It is the time of long, warm summer nights and the carefree in the intoxication of music.

The festival summer is in full swing. It does not matter if you are a big one Festival over several days or just a day festival want to visit? There are a few things that you should definitely have with you. Our checklist is Tried and tested by experienced festival goers, That's why you're well prepared for your next festival with her.

Checklist for the festival area

For the big festivals, which go over several days, we distinguish in this tip between a packing list for the festival area and one for the campsite. The checklist for the festival area is therefore also perfect for the daily festivals.

  • ticket
  • mobile
  • Cash for food and merch
  • Identity card and health insurance card
  • Belly bag / Jute bag
    Info: At most festivals you are allowed no backpack or big bag take. It is best to check the website of your festival beforehand, which size of bag is allowed. Bumbags are usually no problem at all festivals. With jute bags, at some festivals there is a regulation that one side of the bag must be transparent. These bags are usually available to buy locally. Again, you should inform yourself beforehand, so that you get no problems at the entrance
  • Sweater / jacket for hanging
  • handkerchiefs
  • sunglasses
  • Cap / cap
  • Apply sunscreen or cream in advance
    Info: Many festivals allow no big vessels with liquids, Inform yourself about this beforehand on the website of your festival. For some, you may carry liquids up to 250 ml. Then you could take a small sunscreen tube with you. If no liquids are allowed at all, cream well before.
  • Labello with UV protection
  • Foldable water bottles
    Info: Foldable water bottles are a perfect festival companion! As mentioned earlier, many festivals do not allow you to bring fluids to the grounds. Even the tetra packs, which used to be very popular at festivals, are often banned today. For this there are water dispensers at many festivals? and for this the foldable bottles are great. So you can Free your thirst quit and then refold the bottle and store it in your bag.
  • Hand wash gel / disinfection gel
    Info: Often there is no opportunity to wash one's hands at festivals. A hand wash gel gives a remedy and makes for a better feeling. The gels are allowed at most festivals, but be sure to let them know in advance.

Checklist for the campsite

In no case forget

  • ticket
  • Identity Card & Health Insurance Card
  • Good mood

accommodation

  • tent
  • sleeping pad
  • Sleeping bag
  • pavilion
  • camp chair
  • Camping stove / camping grill & accessories
  • Camping cutlery
  • jerry cans
  • tin opener
  • Gaffa tape
  • cable ties
  • garbage bags
  • kitchen roll
  • Sponge, dishcloth and detergent
  • Jukebox / small radio / bluetooth speaker
  • Little Ball for Flunkyball & co.
  • If necessary: ​​cool box
  • If necessary: ​​camping table

Important extras

  • Cash for parking & shopping on site
  • Power Bank
  • lighter
  • flashlight
  • pocket knife
  • Earplugs & sleeping glasses
  • pen

dress

  • Solid, waterproof shoes
  • rubber boots
  • rain poncho
  • Shorts & T-shirts
  • Long, comfortable pants
  • Jackets & sweaters
  • Underwear & socks
  • Clothes to sleep
  • Thick socks for cold nights in the tent
  • Headgear: cap / cap / hat
  • sunglasses
  • If necessary: ​​scarf or scarf

food

  • water bottles
  • Canned ready meals
  • 5-minute terrines
  • Pasta & Pesto
  • Food for breakfast like bread, cereal, jam, milk, instant coffee, tea
  • Snacks such as cereal bar, nuts & biscuits
  • chewing gum
  • Fruits like apples & bananas
  • Alcoholic drinks as needed
  • If necessary: ​​salt & pepper

Info: Many festivals do not allow glass at the campsite. Inform yourself about the rules of your festival in advance on the website and, if necessary, fall back on alternatives. There are also numerous food stalls on the festival grounds.

hygiene

  • Toothbrush & Toothpaste? Recommendation: Travel toothbrushes
  • Toilet Paper & Handkerchiefs
  • Wet wipes for cat washing
  • pocket mirror
  • Microfibre towel & washcloth
  • deodorant
  • Sunscreen & Labello with UV protection
  • Small shampoo & shower gel
  • Cream for the face & for the hands
  • Hairbrush / comb
  • dry shampoo
  • Disinfecting wipes / Handwaschgel
  • If necessary: ​​make-up and facial tissues
  • Ggf .: Hair Ties
  • F .: disposable toilet seats
  • Opt .: ladies' toiletries
  • F .: contact lenses & accessories

medicine

  • First aid kit
  • Remedy for headache
  • Remedy for abdominal pain & nausea
  • eye drop
  • mosquito repellent
  • After-Sun with sunburn
  • Plaster & blister plaster
  • Personal medication

We hope you enjoy your festival and many unforgettable moments!

ULTIMATE FESTIVAL ESSENTIALS | Karissa Pukas | April 2024