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

An outdoor festival means you’ll be braving it out on a sunny day, and that makes a good pair of sunglasses a necessity.

The Tybee frames from Costa offer 100 percent UV protection, and are extremely scratch-resistant and durable — so you never have to worry about denting them.

They’re unisex, available in four colors, and perfect for a bright sunny day.

A fanny pack is an easy way to stay on top of your belongings without having to worry about carrying something extra.

Sling it across your shoulder or waist and choose between tons of eye-popping shades. 

The multiple zippered pockets can hold your credit cards, phone, earplugs, and cash during concert day.

Liquid I.V. is my go-to for longer days, as it helps keep me hydrated when temperatures rise.

Available in six flavors, this electrolyte mix gives you three times the hydration compared to a regular sports drink.

It also packs eight vitamins, including vitamins B5 and B12. Easily mix it into your water bottle and stay hydrated with Liquid I.V.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.