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From products that'll keep you cool in hot weather to things that'll make on-site camping easier, these festival problem-solvers are a must.

Going to a music festival is all fun and games — until you realize the logistics of camping, hot weather (or in some cases, rain and mud), and the physical toll it can all take on your body. A hydration pack is one festival essential that not only frees your hands from lugging a water bottle around all day, but also makes staying properly hydrated so much easier, which is very important at a music festival! From an easy-to-apply sunscreen stick for sun protection, to a shower caddy to make campground shower trips easier, we found the best products to help solve your festival woes. So start your Coachella Spotify playlist and get ready to scroll.

Because it's the year 2026 and we're no longer acting like it's cool to forego hearing protection at loud concerts!!! We know you want to hear your favorite artists perform nicely and loudly, and the cool thing about these earplugs is you can still enjoy the fun and loud vibes of the festival, just at a decibel that's safer and more comfortable for your ears!!! 

As a girl with tinnitus who has custom earplugs, I have tried and used Loops and love them as much as I love my custom earplugs (and they're a fraction of the cost of custom)! I promise, it's not like wearing foam earplugs, where you're sacrificing the fun of being at a noisy show. I can still hear music loudly and clearly with these, just in a way that doesn't leave me feeling like I've been flushed down a never-ending toilet bowl after leaving a show. 

Promising review: "Great product, I've used it at many music festivals and wish I had known about these sooner!!! These are a GAME CHANGER for a better music experience while saving your hearing! Great ear sizing and creates a great seal — no need for constant readjustments while enjoying your favorite concert experience. I'm OBSESSED!" —Christopher

Get them from Amazon for $34.95 (available in five colors).

With this hydration pack, you can wear a "water bottle" as a handy backpack, and use the included straw to take a quick drink whenever you need. It's a lot easier than lugging a water bottle in your hand around all day!!! 

Promising review: "We took this to an outdoor festival, and my husband loved the black one! He said it was comfortable and actually kept cold compared to other brands." —Danielle B

Get it from BruMate for $149.99 (available in two colors).

This zinc oxide-formulated SPF 50+ sunscreen stick can be used on both your face and body and is a million times easier than having to carry around and apply greasy-feeling sprays and white cast-inflicting lotions. I know from personal experience that sunscreen application is easily forgotten, or just something you don't want to bother with when you're trying to just enjoy the vibes at a music festival, but sun protection is SO IMPORTANT!!! It will be a lot less fun to dance along to your favorite artist if you feel like you were just lifted out of a McDonald's fryer. 

Promising review: "The EltaMD UV sunscreen stick is a must-have! It goes on smoothly, leaves no white cast, and feels lightweight on the skin. I love how easy it is to carry in my bag for quick reapplication throughout the day — especially for my kids and when we’re on the go. The formula is gentle, non-greasy, and provides reliable sun protection. Great quality and worth the price for both convenience and effectiveness." —Oksana

These little coins actually expand into towelettes with just a few drops of water! These are a great option for toilet paper if you find yourself in a pickle in a festival porta-potty. You could also use this for wiping up messes quickly (like ice cream melting all over your hands). Hey, it happens!

Check out a TikTok of the Portawipes in action. 

Portawipes is a small business that specializes in personal care products for travel. 

Promising review: "I went to Coachella 2023 and bought these babies for the weekend. OH MY GOSH, when I tell you they were an absolute lifesaver, I mean it! It's nothing but porta-potties at Coachella. They tend to run out of toilet paper due to the high capacity of people attending, so I made sure to give all of my group members a case of these Portawipes. EVERYONE said that these came through! Personally, I used them most for my allergies and runny nose, and it did its job! They're so easy to pull apart, super durable, and not to mention a complete lifesaver!" —Gisselle

Get a 100-pack (!!) from Amazon for $14.27 (also available in larger quantities and multi-packs).

At some point during the festival, you're going to need a place to sit, and unless you have access to VIP seating (lucky you), this mat will save your butt (literally). The large size is big enough to allow you and some friends to sit comfortably together. Plus, the waterproof material is made to withstand rain, mud, wet grass, and sand. Not to mention, it's also machine-washable for easy cleaning! 

I actually bought this blanket recently and love it! The best part is how nicely it folds and how easy it is to carry from the handle. Despite its large size, it is super lightweight, and I can't wait to use this for picnics, beach days, and music festivals!

Promising review: "This was perfect for a music festival! Big enough for a large group and waterproof. Easy enough to carry. Washed great in the washing machine. Make sure to read the folding instructions ahead of time, so it’ll be extra easy to fold." —Ashley

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five colors).

Because rain always seems to fall at the most inopportune times (aka when you're trying to have fun at a MUSIC FESTIVAL). We don't want you to have to sacrifice taking pictures and videos, nor do we want you to go home with a dead phone. A little rain won't stop THIS parade!!!

I got this phone pouch prior to going to Nashville to see the Eras Tour, and I can't recommend it enough. The forecast predicted rain all weekend, and on night three, the storm was so bad that the show was delayed two and a half hours — leave it to Taylor to turn it into a memorable rain show! Keeping my phone in this pouch allowed me to still take photos and videos and keep in contact with my group when it was time to meet up afterward, without the worry of water damage, and it is now something I always bring with me to shows/festivals when rain is in the forecast. 

Promising review: "I bought the cover for my iPhone 6. I haven't tested It under water yet. I used it to protect my phone at a festival where they throw dry colors at each other. It worked great." —shal09

Get it from Amazon for $5.43+ (available in 14 colors and a pack of two).

If you're camping on festival grounds, you'll want a shower caddy to make transporting your body wash, shampoo, conditioner, and any other hygiene essentials to/from the bathrooms quick and easy. You may even have to wait in line for the shower, and it'll be simpler to do so if you're not juggling all of those bottles in your arms. 

Promising review: "Went to a music festival where I camped for about five days. This shower caddy had many pockets to hold all my shower stuff, like towels, body wash, toothbrush, deodorant, conditioner, lotion, and more. Was easy to carry back and forth from showers. Received many compliments on it, too. Would buy again." —Kaitlyn Dull

Get it from Amazon for $8.98+ (available in 11 colors and packs of two).

These are so much better than having to apply sticky/greasy bug spray. You don't want to spend the entirety of your favorite band's set feeling like a buffet for little blood-munchers. 

Cliganic is a small biz specializing in health and wellness products. 

Promising review: "These things are awesome. Have a child who gets eaten alive. She wore one to an outdoor music festival for four days (same one, they last 250 hours)! Not ONE bite!" —Liz

Because, sure, a poncho might be handy, but a poncho is ultimately just a flimsy piece of oversized plastic. Not to mention, how many ponchos does one even pack for a long weekend/week at a music festival? Overpack with many? Under pack and be left soaking wet by the rain?! Or you can treat yourself to this baby, which packs down small for easy storage, looks SO cute that you'll actually want to wear it (buh-bye wasteful plastic), AND it's wind resistant. 

Promising review: "I was slightly hesitant to buy this for a trip to Patagonia as it had few reviews, but I put this thing to the test. Huge wind gusts and snow and this thing pulled through. I was perfectly warm and didn’t feel the wind at all! Bearing in mind, I did have a base layer on, but this jacket surpassed all my expectations. 10/10 recommend." —margrace

Get it from Free People for $198 (available in women's sizes XS–XL and five colors).

This balm is made of allergen-free, plant-derived ingredients and infused with vitamins A and C! Simply swipe it on before putting on your shoes so you can prevent those painful annoyances from even trying to happen. And if for some reason you forget or do get a blister, it's never a bad idea to keep some blister bandages on hand, too!

Promising review: "Saved our feet at a festival! Small enough to fit in your fanny pack too!" —erin

These bars are not your average protein bar. They're like chocolate-covered marshmallows that boast 17 grams of protein per bar. No weird protein aftertaste either! They are ridiculously delicious. Not to mention, festival food is pricey!!! Why spend $15 on a mediocre, kind of stale pretzel?!!

Promising review: "These are my favorite protein bars! I really like the s'mores ones. They don't have a weird aftertaste like most protein bars and are soft. They are pricey, but worth it!" —Gabby Planera

Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $24.74+ (available in 15 flavors).

Whether you're trying to enjoy a breeze in the mosh pit or in your tent, this baby allows you to do so HANDS FREE!!! Chances are you're trying to dance without holding things (or perhaps you're already holding too much). Either way, why not opt for a fan that gives you room to hold more important things... like snacks.

Promising review: "I bought this portable neck fan for long days out in the sun during events, and it did not disappoint! It kept us cool the entire time, even in the heat, and the battery life lasted several hours on a single charge. It’s also quick to recharge, which is super convenient between uses. Lightweight, comfortable to wear, and really effective — this little fan has become an essential part of our outdoor gear. Highly recommend for festivals, sports events, or any time you’re stuck in the heat!" —Rebecca H

Get it from Amazon for $25.51+ (available in five colors).

This belt bag is equipped with everything you need to keep your belongings safe and secure all day long. Anti-theft technology, such as RFID-safe blocking pockets, a slashguard strap, a zip clip, and a dual-release security buckle, are among the features that help prevent pickpockets from swiping your bag and anything therein. The bag ALSO boasts a water-repellent coating, external attachment points for small items, and an internal attachment point for wallets and keys!!

Get it from Nordstrom for $64.95 (available in six colors).

Between all the fun of a music festival, scrapes, cuts, and minor injuries can still happen — and with this kit, you can have peace of mind that you're prepared. It's packed full of Band-Aids, Neosporin, gauze, hand cleansing wipes, and even Tylenol. A little knee scraping won't ruin our festival experience!

The 80-pack includes nine hand-cleansing wipes, 10 gauze dressings, one Neosporin, four Tylenol Extra Strength caplets, and 55 Band-Aids of different varieties — all packed into a durable plastic case.

The 160-pack includes 15 hand cleansing wipes, 10 gauze dressings, one Neosporin, one Benadryl itch cream, four Tylenol extra strength caplets, one Bengay cold pack, 113 Band-Aids of different varieties, 10 butterfly closures, flexible rolled gauze, first aid paper tape, a pair of angled scissors, and a first aid guide — all packed into a durable plastic case.

Promising review: "You get A LOT of quality, name-brand stuff for a great price! Got one for the upstairs bath, and one for our downstairs as well! Great for fishing trips, and camping too! Fully recommend! 👍" —Greig

Get a pack of 80 supplies from Amazon for $9.33 (also available in a pack of 160 for $15.61).

Because it's an easy and ADORABLE way to protect your face, scalp, and ears from the sun beating down on you for hours on end. This particular hat is available in three colors, so you can find your perfect match that goes with your gorgie outfits. 

Get it from Lululemon for $48 (available in sizes S–L and three colors).

Because a small, but mighty flashlight will come in clutch when you need good lighting to guide you around dark festival grounds, middle-of-the-night bathroom trips, or even just needing some additional lighting in your tent when you want to read/see something important. 

This is powered by three AAA batteries, which are not included. You can grab some here!

Promising review: "Excellent flashlight. Makes the night bright as daylight. I was camping and heard a noise and was worried about bears. Shining this flashlight down the path, I could see a long way that everything was fine. Love the telescoping feature to point at the campfire, where to pour the water to put it out thoroughly. Excellent flashlight for lighting a large area very brightly." —Kindle Customer

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in eight colors and packs of two).

It's a little too easy to forget to hydrate at music festivals, but it's one of the most important things you can do. While water may be enough to hydrate you, this Popsicle Firecracker-flavored drink mix may just give your water the boost it needs to make you WANT to drink it. 

FYI, depending on your situation, water may be enough to rehydrate you! Read more about electrolyte-enhanced drinks and hydration at Cleveland Clinic. 

Promising reviews: "I know it's subjective, but I personally enjoy this flavor very much. It's the perfect balance of sour/salty and sweet. Some of the other flavors are just sweet, and that artificial sweetener is overpowering. I've gone through at least five bags of this flavor alone. I started using Liquid I.V. to help with hydration since I'm not a huge fan of plain water, but I started relying on it to help with medications that dehydrate me and give me unpleasant symptoms that come with that, like dry mouth, dizziness, headache, and leg cramps. It's the difference between me being able to continue the medication, and having to ask my doctor for something different. As someone who's sun-sensitive, it also helps to drink a bottle before outdoor activities like going to parks, festivals, or the zoo. I've recommended this to other family members that love it too." —TFran

Get a pack of 16 from Amazon for $17.72 (also available in 16 other flavors).

If you're lucky enough to be going to a music festival that allows you to bring a foldable chair, you should definitely take advantage of that situation and bring this baby along. An actual seat for your 🍑 and not the grass? A game-changer. This is also a good idea for anyone camping at a festival. Now you'll have a place to sit when you want to have a meal or just chat with your new camp-neighbor besties. OH?! And did I mention it has POCKETS? Room for your drinks, snacks, and sunscreen = 🙌.

Promising review: "Great chair, nice and big. My 6'4" husband was just as comfy as I was. Lightweight, so easy to carry, but sturdy when in use. Even our dog loved it! We've taken our chairs camping, to music festivals, and days at the lake. They work perfectly." —Matt and Jenn

Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in three colors).

These nifty aluminum-free wipes are made with coconut milk, witch hazel, and aloe vera — that not only boasts a nice smell, but will leave you feeling refreshed when warm weather and lotttts of dancing leave you feeling like you just came out of a swimming pool. You can opt to use them under your arms, but they're great to use anywhere else your body might need some freshening up! 

Promising review: "Used for a business trip where I had to be dressed up for 12 hours in the heat for several days in a row. Even used these after getting off flights, needing to refresh before meetings. Made me feel fresh, almost showered, and the deodorizing smell was long-lasting and subtle. Definitely recommend!" —Amazon Customer

Get a pack of 30 from Amazon for $7.65 (also available in larger pack sizes).

Between taking videos of your favorite musicians to taking countless pics of your 🔥 outfits (hey, you need options!) and staying in close contact with friends when one of you decides to grab food, and the other decides to stay by the main stage, there is simply no time or place for a dead phone when you're at a music festival!!! Nor do you have the energy to deal with a bajillion cords and a bulky power bank. This baby'll give your device the juice it needs in a pinch.

Promising review: "I took this with me to a music festival and loved it. I was able to charge my phone while enjoying everything instead of standing by an outlet waiting for my phone to charge. I only used it one time so far, but I look forward to using many more times in the future." —Savannah Coldwell

Get it from Amazon for $21.24+ (available in 10 colors; for older iPhone models, check out this similar one). 

As the name implies, you'll literally feel like you're carrying around a mini pharmacy (in the best way). Being able to actually see which pills are, which thanks to the handy stickers, will make it easy not to accidentally confuse an Imodium for a Tylenol. It comes with 10 default stickers, but if you have different preferences for medications, you have the option to customize which stickers you get! 

Jazzie Makes is a small biz based in Hesperia, California that sells stickers. 

Promising review: "Obsessed with this! It's perfect for travel too. Best $20 I spent on myself in a while. Looking forward to condensing my work bag with this instead of different pill bottles." —Kara

Get it from Jazzie Makes on Etsy for $20 (available in four colors; or just a pack of stickers for $10).

These microfiber towels can activate a cooling sensation just by being wet with water! The heat at many music festivals is no joke — whether from the actual temperature outside being high, standing in close proximity to thousands of people, or getting heated up from running around/dancing. In addition to staying hydrated, you can use these to help you comfortably cool down!

Promising review: "These saved my life at a music festival over the summer. Being in 85+ heat for five days straight was horrid for me as I’m very sensitive to heat. I got them damp, put them in the freezer overnight or for a few hours, and kept one in my hydro pack and kept one around my neck waiting in line to get into the venue. Probably would have passed out if I didn’t have these. Definitely recommend if you're heat sensitive like me and need some relief!" —Allison

Get a set of four for $14.99+ (available in 12 color combos). 

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