The 10 Most Essential Tech Gadgets for Music Festivals

Whether you’re crowd surfing, dancing, or just enjoying the music from afar, the GoPro Max can capture all of your favorite music festival memories in 1080p resolution. This dual-lens 360-degree action camera uses technologies like HyperSmooth stabilization and TimeWarp to take stunning shots, even if you’re a novice.

For professionals, you can use the 360-degree app view, remotely operated via your phone, to visualize your shots before you take them. But aside from taking great snaps, the GoPro Max is also incredibly durable and waterproof. Now you can capture your memories, even if a glass of beer does end up being thrown over you!

While you might not need to take all of the 50-piece accessory kit with you, the GoPro Max does include some handy devices to make music festivals more enjoyable, like the protective case, head strap, and tripod.

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Almost identical to the Charge 3 speaker, the JBL Charge 4 dishes out some serious bass, that’s perfect for keeping the music going after you’ve seen your favorite bands at a music festival.

And, no matter if it’s raining, you can still enjoy pumping out the tunes since the JBL Charge 4 is waterproof. Bluetooth pairing is simple, so you and your friends can take it in turns to rock out your favorite music. The buttons are intuitive and don’t protrude from the speaker so there are no issues taking it around with you.

While you aren’t going to get 360-degree sound from the JBL Charge 4, you will get powerful, directional sound that your group can enjoy. Not to mention, the bass is incredible, and the speaker can get pretty loud if you want it to.

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Keeping cool at a music festival can be difficult. With the JISULIFE Portable Handheld Fan not only can you keep cool for up to 21 hours per charge, but the built-in flashlight comes in handy during the darker evenings.

Despite being pocket-sized, the JISULIFE Portable Handheld Fan comes with a little strap that makes it easy to carry around. It also includes a USB output port so you can charge your phone or other devices if you need some emergency battery power.

It’s not going to be as powerful as a static fan, but the JISULIFE Portable Handheld Fan is undeniably an affordable device that’s an essential gadget for music festivals, holidays, and traveling.

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Power is something that’s lacking when it comes to music festivals since generally, the only electricity you can get your hands on comes from your car. The Anker PowerCore Solar 20000 has a 20,000mAh battery capacity and can deliver up to 18W maximum power, meaning you can charge up your essential devices.

Come rain or shine, the Anker PowerCore Solar 20000 won’t get damaged, since it’s water-resistant and dustproof. It’s a durable gadget that comes with plenty of handy features, like a built-in flashlight with three different modes.

And, in case you’re taking the Anker PowerCore Solar 20000 with you in your bag while you’re jumping around to your favorite tunes, it comes with four-corner drop protection.

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Using GPS technology, the Spytec GPS GL300 trackers allow you to keep track of your family and friends throughout a busy music festival. Using the iOS or Android app, you can receive notifications on where each tracker is located, so you won’t lose each other.

The 0.256ms and 99.99% uptime make the Spytec GPS GL300 extremely reliable. Plus, since they are small and portable, you and your friend can each keep one in your pocket or bag, so there’s no added bulk when tracking each other’s location.

The only downside to the Spytec GPS GL300 is that a subscription is required. But, it’s only a month-to-month plan, so you won’t be forking out an annual fee for the sake of a weekend.

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At first glance, the RunningSnail 4000mAh Emergency NOAA Weather Alert Radio might not seem like the most stylish gadget to take with you to a music festival, but it will certainly come in handy. Not only does it broadcast emergency weather alerts from seven NOAA stations, but it also includes a 4,000mAh built-in charger so you can power up your phone or other devices.

The 1W LED light and SOS alarm are perfect for drawing attention if you run into trouble. And, if you don’t have access to any electricity, there are multiple ways to keep it powered, including a hand crank, solar panel, USB charging, and AAA batteries.

Portable, useful, and affordable, the RunningSnail 4000mAh Emergency NOAA Weather Alert Radio is a must-have on your travels. If you don’t need it for emergencies, you can use the built-in AUX port to listen to some tunes while you’re sitting around your campfire at night.

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Music festivals are undoubtedly busy places with people everywhere, multiple music stands, let alone if camping is included too. But what people tend to forget is there is often limited cell signal, so contacting your friends to find out where they are can be difficult.

The Retevis H-777 are affordable walkie talkies that mean you can use two-way audio up to two miles away, so staying in touch won’t be an issue. They also boast up to 12 hours of battery life, so you’ll be able to enjoy the whole weekend without having to recharge them.

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The Anker Soundcore Life Q20 headphones are ideal for traveling with since they boast up to 40 hours of battery life in non-stop playing mode or up to 60 hours in standard music mode. Whether you’re driving a long way to your music festival or just want some downtime in the evenings, they’ll provide great sound quality so you can enjoy your favorite music wherever you go.

At an affordable cost, the Anker Soundcore Life Q20 has four built-in ANC microphones, canceling out low and mid-frequency sounds from cars and airplanes. This means you can zone out in peace without being disturbed.

And, since these headphones are wireless, you won’t be tied down to any cables. But if you do want to skip Bluetooth mode, there is an AUX input for added convenience.

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Using the free HidrateSpark app, you can calculate and track your hydration goals, depending on your activities. Keeping well hydrated when at a music festival probably isn’t going to be your first priority, but it’s an important one if you want to keep enjoying yourself without feeling the effects afterward.

Lightweight, and available in two sizes, the HidrateSpark Pro glows throughout the day to remind you to drink. Using Bluetooth, your intake gets tracked so you can keep an eye on what you’re doing, and how much water you should be drinking.

And, if you lose your HidrateSpark Pro bottle, you can use the app to track its last synced location.

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Keeping clean at a music festival can be difficult since the facilities available aren’t always that great. The KIPIDA Solar Shower Bag might get a few laughs, but it will allow you to have a warm shower since it can heat up the water in its 20L compartment, ready to use when you are.

It does take around three hours to warm up with direct sunlight, but if you’re enjoying yourself in the day and come back to it later on, the KIPIDA Solar Shower Bag is definitely a festival-friendly investment.

To make things feel a little more home-from-home, the KIPIDA Solar Shower Bag also includes a hose, shower head, and tap attachment, so you don’t have to use it just for showering.

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