07-05-2025
Must-have festival essentials to pack from a hydration mix packed with vitamins, to a pair of chic earplugs that protect your ears without compromising sound
Festival season is finally here, and if you're heading to Governors Ball, Gulf Coast Jam, or The Surf Lodge for their summer concert series, there are a few must-haves you should not leave home without.
We're talking a trusty fanny pack to hold your belongings, the perfect pair of sunglasses to protect your eyes, and hydration packets for those long nights.
Be prepared for your next music festival no matter where you are with the packing list below — and let the good times roll.
Brooks Running STAPLE x Adrenaline GTS 4
A good pair of lifestyle sneakers will keep your feet feeling comfy all day long and add a bit of flair to your festival outfit.
These pink and black throwback shoes feature a retro style and pack all the comfort Brooks Running shoes are known for.
The chunky shoes are also advertised as running gear, so take them from the festival to the gym with ease.
$175 Shop
Coconuts by Matisse Legend Cowboy Boot
If sneakers are not your vibe, stick with the popular TikTok fashion trend and wear a pair of stylish cowboy boots to your next outdoor concert.
These brown embroidered boots are true to size and feature an easy pull-on design.
They have a slight heel and pair well with skirts, dresses, jeans, and more.
$79.99 ($20 off) Shop
Satin-Lined Ponyflo Hat
Ever tie your hair up and then struggle with getting it through the back of your baseball cap?
Ponyflo is your solution, with a thin lining and tangle-free closure so you can easily snake your ponytail through the back of this hat.
Available in 10 colors (some of which are sold out right now), this essential hat is built to support hair health and prevent frizz and breakage.
Shop now before it sells out.
$31 Shop
Loop Experience 2 Ear Plugs
Festivals and concerts can be loud, especially if you're right in the mosh pit and the music is booming right beside your ears.
This can lead to hearing loss if you're not careful. That's why Loop Earplugs are important.
Compared to regular earplugs, they're much pricier — but here's why: they stay in place no matter how much you move, they reduce sound without compromising music quality, and they're reusable over and over again.
Keep your ears protected at the next concert series you go to with Loop.
$34.95 Shop
Naked Sundays SPF50+ Glow Body Mist Top Up
This light misty spray is SPF 50+ and has zero white cast, so you can easily bathe your body in it without worrying about blending it in constantly.
Apply 20 minutes before sun exposure, and make sure you reapply after swimming. Be generous with your sprays, coating your body in a thick coat of this body mist.
It's non-sticky and non-greasy too, made with Vitamin C-rich Kakadu plum and watermelon oil extract, which delivers a healthy glow and hydration for your skin.
$34 Shop
Rain-Mate Windproof Compact Umbrella
You can't predict the weather when you're out and about. And if it just so happens to start pouring while you're at an outdoor festival, having a compact umbrella on hand can be a game-saver.
This option is built to hold its own against strong gusts of wind and is surprisingly lightweight, so it won't weigh you down.
It's a number one bestseller on Amazon and is also on sale right now.
$17.99 (10% off) Shop
Anker Power Bank
With over 100,000 reviews, you know this product is a good buy.
A power bank like this will keep your devices charged up all day long, and thanks to this Anker pick's USB-A and USB-C ports, your smartphone will be juiced up no matter the manufacturer.
It can provide over one to two full charges depending on your device, but rest assured your device will be recharged with ease.
$25.99 Shop'
