With festival season fast approaching, we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to live music events in the UK with the likes of Reading and Leeds, Isle of Wight, Download and Glastonbury all on the horizon. Perhaps you’re a first-time festivalgoer or maybe you’re a seasoned camper looking to upgrade your kit. Either way, if you’re wondering what to bring for festival camping, we’ve got all the essentials you need to help you feel prepped and ready to enjoy those headliners. Here’s to hoping the British summer holds on and wellies won’t be needed on your festival camping checklist…

BEST FESTIVAL TENTS

Your tent is your sanctuary for the weekend, so choose a durable, weatherproof option with enough space for you and your gear. If you’re heading to Glastonbury, planning a family camping holiday or simply pitching up in your garden, it all starts will the right tent. Ozark Trail tents are budget-friendly, easy to pitch and sturdy to equip you with everything you need for a great outdoor experience. Our spacious yurt offers enough room for eight people or if you’d prefer a little more privacy, this tunnel tent has three compartments and sleeps six. By day, settle down under this breezy sun shelter to give yourself a break from those harsh summer rays – check to see if the festival has a policy on these types of tents.

Top tip: Bring a mallet with you to help you hammer in the tent pegs on drier, firmer ground. Also, an extra bag of tent pegs goes a long way in case any get lost each year during festival season.

Ozark Trail Olive Green Yurt Tent 8 Person

Ozark Trail Orange and Grey Tunnel Tent 6 Person

Cream Ozark Camping Sun Shelter

FESTIVAL MUST-HAVES

Keep practicality front and centre when prepping your festival camping checklist. A festival trolley is a great help when carting your belongings from the carpark to the campsite in one trip, and our folding wagon even has heavy duty wheels to help it withstand uneven terrains. For when you’re having some downtime at your tent, this double camping chair with cup holders will give you and your pal the back support you need. Plus, it’s lightweight enough for you to take around the festival site with you, if you like. And for the ultimate sound night’s sleep at the end of the night, an air bed is a real luxury after a long day on your feet – just don’t forget your pump!

Ozark Trail Black Folding Wagon

Double Camping Folding Chair

Ozark Trail Blue Air Bed - Double

CAMPING BEDDING AND SLEEPING

Got your air bed and sleeping bag all sorted? Whether you’re camping for a few nights or across a whole week, make your tent super comfy with these cosy camping accessories. A cushion is an absolute must for giving your head the right support during the night, and we've got tonnes of cute patterns to choose from at George, so you can add a touch of personality to your festival home. For those chillier nights, bundle up in layers and snuggle up with a super-soft blanket for extra warmth.

Orange Stripe Frill Edge Cushion

Yellow & White Daisy Cushion

Green Cactus Super-Soft Throw

CAMPING TABLEWARE AND DINNER SETS

A picnic rug is the perfect solution for when you want to sprawl out and recharge between sets (and won’t add much extra weight to your rucksack). If you want to go one step further, elevate your campsite with a folding table and stool set to enjoy a leisurely breakfast or share campfire stories in comfort – it's these little luxuries that make all the difference to your festival experience.

Striped Picnic Rug

Blue & White Stripe Indoor & Outdoor Rug

Folding Table and Stools

Ditch the disposable cups and buzz into eco-friendly vibes with these adorable bee-themed tumblers, a perfect solution for festivals with glass bans. They're reusable, so you can save some cash and the planet on future adventures. Buying festival food can be a drain on your bank account, so beat the high prices by whipping up your own delicious meals at the campsite. Invest in a durable dinner set that’ll make campsite meals feel like a homecooked feast – simple cooking stove meals include pasta and noodles.

Blue Ribbed Dinner Set - 12 Piece

Green Eco Dinner Set - 12 Piece

Bee Tumblers - Set of 4

OTHER FESTIVAL ESSENTIALS

As for those other festival must-haves to add to your checklist, an eye mask and ear plugs will be your saviours to block out the early morning light and campsite noise. A blissful night’s sleep here you come! To capture the festival atmosphere without having to rely on your phone battery, get a disposable camera to document those unforgettable moments with your squad. There’s something magic about waiting for your pics to be developed. And finally, why miss an opportunity to enjoy our viral moon chair? Once inflated, it’s super soft and moulds to your body – it’ll feel like you’re sitting on a cloud…