06/12/2026
heading to your first festival this summer? here are some tips & tricks i've picked up over the years!
1. pack spare socks, underwear, and a clean shirt in a gallon ziploc in your hydro pack! that way you can change out stuff that gets *nasty* without having to go all the way back to camp.
2. preventing pain & discomfort is easier than dealing with it once it happens. stock up on bandaids, moleskin, etc and make sure you do whatever you need in order to stay comfortable all day.
3. don't try to do everything! it's a marathon, not a sprint. i try to pick 2 sets or activities per day that are my nonnegotiables, and let myself be a little more chaotic about the rest.
4. cell service will likely be spotty or nonexistent. plan accordingly, and put your phone in airplane mode so it doesn't drain your battery trying to connect!
what other tips & tricks did i miss?