Festival Packing List

Attending a festival such as the Reading Festival is the highlight of the summer for many festival-goers, regardless of whether they are experienced or beginners. Following a festival packing list before attending the festival will help with being fully prepared with the proper festival essentials packed and ready to go.

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Rain Pants Regular

£65

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Reporter Box Bag

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Rolltop Rucksack

£105

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Sibu Musette Bag

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Sibu Shopper Bag

£115

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Storm Breaker

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String W Jacket

£105

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String W Jacket

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String W Parka

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Tips for festival packing

Packing for a festival can be difficult and time-consuming. However, do never underestimate the importance of getting packing right – being prepared for all possible eventualities is crucial.

  • Only bring what is needed: remember that everything must be carried to and from the festival.
  • Have the weather in mind when packing: bring clothing for all weathers.
  • Think in layers and bring extra clothing for changes of weather or emergencies.
  • Pack in packing cubes: separating stuff makes keeping everything clean and sorted easier.
  • If a group is going together, planning together can minimise what each individual has to bring.

What to pack for a festival?

Festival essentials

  • Ticket: no ticket, no entry
  • Wallet with cash, cards, and ID
  • Phone, charger, and a charger pack
  • Sun cream
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Wipes or toilet paper
  • Soap and dry shampoo
  • Anti-bacterial hand gel
  • Medicine and pain killers
  • First aid kit

Festival clothing and footwear

  • Waterproof jacket and pants
  • Warm jumper, hoodie, or fleece
  • Quick-dry pants and shorts
  • Spare clothing for layering
  • Weather appropriate footwear
  • Underwear and socks
  • Sun hat and sunglasses
  • A warm hat for cold nights
  • Extra change of clothes

Camping list

If the festival includes camping, several extra items are necessary to bring.

Camping gear

  • Tent
  • Sleeping bag
  • Blow-up pillow
  • Roll mat or inflatable mattress
  • Pump for pillows and mattresses
  • Flashlight or a lamp for the camp
  • Camping chair
  • Earplugs
  • Music player
  • Multi-tool
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Games and balls

 

How to pack for a festival?

Forgetting something important when packing for a festival is irritating - Making sure to bring everything can be done by following a packing list. No matter how long the festival lasts and how many belongings to bring, pack everything in as little space as possible as well as in suitable bags. To bring about important values during the day, bring a small bag that is comfortable to walk around with all day long. If the festival calls for overnight stays, bring a bigger bag, preferably waterproof. When packing the bag, place the least necessary belongings at the bottom of the bag and the most necessary at the top – this will ensure, that the most important belongings are easy to reach and always accessible.

Packing properly will make the experience much better.

RAINS festival gear

Find appropriate all-weather gear, clothing as well as accessories, at RAINS for the summer festivals. Waterproof outdoor clothes and bags as well as clothing great for layering can be purchased from RAINS.

Explore festival-appropriate gear from RAINS and be dressed conveniently for the occasion.