11. Separation anxiety.
Music festivals are a great opportunity for friends and family to hang out and have fun, but it can also be a bit chaotic coordinating between so many people. Cell phone reception is also virtually non-existent while at a music festival, so be prepared. In the event, you and your group split up throughout the weekend set up a designated meeting place. So if you lose track of your friends or get separated from the group, don’t freak out. You prepared for this! If you plan on catching different acts, you can all plan to meet back up at this designated spot after the performances.
12. First-Aid supplies.
In the spirit of being prepared, put together a small first-aid kit that is easy to carry. You’ll want to pack band-aids, Advil, tissues and antihistamines. These will all come in handy. Bandaids are great for aiding blistered up feet and pounding headaches. Advil can also come in handy if you’re feeling aches and pains that accompany the music festival experience. The antihistamines can help alleviate sneezing, itchy watery eyes that occur due to the dust, dirt and other allergens in the air.
13. Handy gadgets.
Because you’ll be out and about for at least 10 hours, it might be a good idea to invest in a reliable portable cell phone charger. This way, you don’t have to worry about your phone being dead when it’s time to call an Uber or you’re having issues locating the group you came with.
14. Fanny pack it out.
The bright side is fanny packs are a lot more socially acceptable now. It might seem like a bit of a fashion risk, but it’s much easier to get around crowds with a small fanny pack as opposed to a larger, bulky backpack. If you don’t plan on bringing any spare clothes or large items then a fanny pack is exactly what you need to hold your ID, credit cards, cash and cell phone.