The Gear You Need to Bring to Every Music Festival

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Yes, you do need a fanny pack.

  1. Portable charger 
    This compact unit is mightier than it looks: It’ll fully recharge your phone in an hour, so go ahead, livestream Childish Gambino for your Instagram followers. Kikkerland Pebble Power Bank, US$15
  2. Water bottle 
    Collapse this bottle when it’s empty to save on space – even at its smallest, it holds 235 ml. Que Bottle (20 oz), US$25
  3. Sunglasses 
    Not only do these fold up for easy storage in your bag, you’ll also channel Steve McQueen, who popularized this Persol style in The Thomas Crown Affair. Persol 714, $399
  4. Earplugs 
    If you find yourself next to a ginormous speaker, pop in these earplugs, which come in a pack with three pairs and two cases. Matador Travel Earplugs Kit, US$10
  5. Sunscreen 
    The stick format makes applying a breeze. Plus, this natural formula with jojoba, sunflower and vitamin E oils is reef-safe. Salt & Stone SPF 50 Sunscreen Stick, US$18
  6. Hand sanitizer 
    No running water? No problem: This citrus-scented gel cleanses and leaves you with fresh, non-sticky hands. Aesop Resurrection Rinse-Free Hand Wash, $13
  7. Fanny pack 
    Wear it around your waist or slung across your body – either way, this waterproof neoprene pouch holds everything you need for a day out. Dagne Dover Ace Neoprene Fanny Pack, US$85