FESTIVAL
DO'S & DON'TS!
In case you chose to live under a rock this past weekend, or for some odd reason, logged out of Instagram for a few days, you probably know the mother of all Music Festivals, Coachella, kicked off this past weekend.
Which means - Festival SZN is officially here!
Whether you were lucky enough to attend the popular festival this past weekend, or you're getting amped to go to a festival later this year, there really is a lot of prep that goes into just attending a music festival.
I've gone to a few Festivals myself & there's a lot to consider.
Don't get me wrong - they're the most fun you'll ever have, but there's a few things you need to review, before you go care-free.
Here's a few Do's and Don't I put together for all you festival-goers!
DO
👀 Peep What The Festival Will Allow You to Bring 👀
There's nothing worse than packing a bag, waiting in line, & then getting everything thrown out because it's not
allowed in. Be smart! Peep the Allowed & Not Allowed list before attending the festival.
That way, you don't waste time, or money.
TIP: Check to see if the Festival is a Cash or No Cash Festival. I've been to a Festival where they only accept cash & another that was cashless & allowed you to load money onto your wristband. Know this BEFORE attending your festival.
📝 Plan Around Set Times! 📝
A lot of people obviously know who they WANT to see when attending a Festival - but when that Set List comes out, days before the Festival, it becomes more, who CAN they see. This can get tough, especially if you're in a big group of indecisive festival-goers. But before attending the festival, peep the set list & try to come up with a schedule, of who you want to see, what time they come on stage, and who you can see after them. It will give you & your group a better peace of mind, rather than scrambling from stage, to stage.
👟 Wear Comfy Clothes! AKA Choose Your Shoes WISELY! 👟
The Fit is important - especially for a festival! You wanna look dope in front of all these festival-goers + have some 🔥 pics for the gram. Make sure to pick a Fit that is not only comfy, but Fits you comfortable for a WHOLE DAY! ESPECIALLY YOUR SHOES! Being on your feet all day is going to be tough. Wear comfortable shoes that will be comfy from morning, to night. Flat shoes are most commonly worn, but if those aren't the comfiest for you, invest in insoles. You won't regret it!
TIP: Dress for the weather! Festivals go on no matter what. Make sure you know what the weather will be like
each day of the festival.
Also, if you get cold easy, bring a Hoodie for night time. Although it's Summer, Festivals can get cold,
even when you're turnin' up!
📸 Take a TON of Memories! But Also, Bring a Phone Charger! 📸
Yes, we all know 'A picture speaks a thousand words', but one photo may not be IG material. Take a good amount of photos & videos for memories (and of course the gram), but also remember to live in the moment! Creating memories with the friends you're with is one of the best parts about being AT the festival! But to relive the moment over & over again, take photos. In addition, bring a Phone Charger. Because your phone WILL die. And it'll die fast!
TIP: Before running off & getting lost from your friends, agree on a meeting spot where all of you can mutually meet up, in case of such truma. Cell phone service will fail you 12/10, so creating a meeting spot will actually be more effective. Studies show.
☀️ BE PREPARED! ☔️
That Means Stay Safe, Stay Lotioned & Stay HYDRATED!!!
If this hasn't set in already - Festivals are an ALL DAY TING!!! So you need to be prepared for your whole day!
One thing that I find easiest for a group of friends is having one backpack with everyone's stuff in it & everyone take turns rotating the bag around. That way it's one place, with everyone's stuff.
Also, don't rely on one person to bring sunscreen. Bring your OWN sunscreen! Because, depending on how hot it is, you'll probably use it all.
And most important - STAY HYDRATED! Make sure to bring a BIG Plastic reusable water bottle! They'll be water fillin stations all over the festival. Use them effectivly! Staying hydrated while attending a festival is hella smart!
DON'T
⌚️ Don't Bring Expensive / Sentimental Items ⌚️
Have a pair of expensive Ray Ban Sunglass? Leave them at home!! Yes, they may make your Fit look 💣, but there's nothing worse than losing or breaking something you love. All those it's a material item, that's something that's unfortunate, but does happen at festivals. A hack I found is buying a cheap, knock off of your fav pair of sunglasses & wearing those to the festival. That way, they still match your Fit & if they get broken, it's not your fav pair!
🙅🏾♂️ Don't Bring Bad Vibes! 🙅🏾♂️
Festival's are fun, but can actually be a lot, mentally & physically. Make sure you come to a Festival with an open mind & to have fun! Try not to over stress, or over plan or over think. Just have fun!
😤 Don't Stress About Seeing Every Artist 😤
Heads up - there's GOING to be schedule conflicts with the set list! An artist you've been dying to see may be performing at the same time another one of your favourite artist are. And that's ok! Try to plan accordingly & if there's an artist you aren't able to see - it happens. It's GOING to happen. So prepare yourself for that and #staycalm
Those are all my Festival Do's & Don't! The most important thing to remember is HAVE FUN!
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I want to know which Festival your attending!
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