Can I take the GIGSAK into music festival arenas? 

Can I take the GIGSAK into music festival arenas? 

We all know how unpredictable the UK weather can be. It can be hot and sunny one minute and then cold wind or a sudden downpour of rain. If there is one word to sum up the UK weather, it's UNPREDICTABLE!

We spend hours planning outdoor events, and it's very annoying when the weather ruins them. Thankfully, most of the time, it's just a quick shower, and 30 minutes later, it's all clear again. With GIGSAK, you don't need to worry. We keep you warm and dry without the weather spoiling your festival fun!

Attending your favourite festival can be a lot of fun, but there aren't really consistent policies across different festivals regarding the use of outdoor blankets in festival performance arenas.

When sitting outside performance arenas, it seems quite acceptable to place your GIGSAK on the ground and sit down. If it rains, the GIGSAK allows you to get inside and keep dry. Being outside the performance arena, you probably don’t have to worry about bothering someone's view or festival experience. Once inside the arena, things start to get a little fuzzy.

Whether a particular item is allowed or banned from a festival is very festival-dependent, family-orientated festivals seem better than most. There does seem to be far more consistency, however, in other areas, namely, the following are not allowed in most festival arenas:

  • Gazebos
  • Umbrellas (small and larger golf-like umbrellas)
  • Parasols
  • Sun tents

Any object obstructing someone's view of the performance stage will cause a problem. Generally, when headline acts are on stage, people will stand rather than sit. So, although earlier in the day it may be acceptable to sit on your GIGSAK on the ground in the performance arena, by the time the main headliner acts are due to perform it is likely you'll be folding up your GIGSAK and placing it in its tote bag. Should you get cold however, don't forget to turn GIGSAK inside out and wear it draped over your shoulders to keep you warm.

Festival Policies

As we've already said, most festivals do not permit gazebos, sun tents, parasols or umbrellas in the festival arenas as they may restrict other festivalgoers' views. Additionally, large objects taken into festival arenas could also present health and safety issues when exiting the arena in the event of an emergency.

We've looked at some of the popular UK festivals and summarised their policies below to show any banned items.

Our advice: To avoid disappointment, please contact the festival organisers to ensure your GIGSAK will be allowed in the festival arenas.

Please be respectful to other festivalgoers and avoid blocking views of performance stages at all times.

Glastonbury Festival

https://www.glastonburyfestivals.co.uk/information/advice/packing-list/

No explicit policy on whether blankets, or even umbrellas, can be taken into the main arena areas.

Reading & Leeds Festival

https://www.readingfestival.com/information-category/the-essentials

What you can and can't bring

There will be no receipts issued for any confiscated/surrendered items and they will not be available to collect after the festival.

You may be subject to more enhanced searches of bags and personal belongings. We request that you cooperate with any security requests and searches. Please pack light!

Please note, campfires and disposable BBQs are banned from both the campsite and the arena. For detailed guidance on camping stoves and fuels please see here.

This list is subject to change:

  • Chairs / Stools / Inflatable Loungers
  • Gazebos
  • Umbrellas – (inc. Golf Umbrellas)

Download Festival

https://downloadfestival.co.uk/things-you-can-cant-bring-to-download/

Things you can't bring to Download 

  • Any items which may cause danger, offence or disruption to any other person
  • Camping Equipment
  • Gazebos
  • Golf Umbrellas
  • Rooftop Tents
  • Umbrellas

Slamdunk Festival

https://www.slamdunkfestival.com/termsandconditions 

The Organisers take no responsibility for lost possessions &/or prohibited items. Prohibited items include:

  • Large umbrellas, parasols, tents, gazebos
  • Any chairs including collapsible, or any other item of furniture

Love Supreme Jazz Festival

https://lovesupremefestival.com/what-can-i-bring-2/ 

Chairs and ground blankets are not allowed in the Big Top Tents. They are permitted in the Main Stage Arena until 5pm. You will be able to return your chairs/blankets to your tent or car (please see our Re-Entry Policy above) or fold up and carry them. If you leave chairs/blankets unattended, they will be removed.

We have had to implement this policy because the use of chairs and ground blankets disrupts the viewing experience of those standing around them and also presents a safety hazard.

Gone Wild Festival with Bear Grylls

https://devon.gonewildfestival.com/faqs/#section_general-festival

Can I bring a picnic or blankets to sit on?

Yes, you are welcome to bring picnic blankets or camping chairs to sit on in the main arena.

Wychwood Festival

https://wychwoodfestival.com/information/safety-and-security

Items Prohibited at Wychwood Festival

  • Windbreakers/tents
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  • The Sunday Times brand logo

    "You know that feeling — just as the festival is rocking, a cloud heaves into view to put a damper on things. No worries: just lift up the top layer of your GIGSAK and get inside. With a cosy fleece blanket on one side and a thick waterproof backing on the other, it’ll keep two music fans snug and dry until the end of the show."

    The Sunday Times 
  • The Guardian brand logo

    "Ever been cold on a picnic (I think we know the answer) or wet at a festival (there's an alternative)? Then you need to get yourself a GIGSAK! This waterproof blanket with a fleece top opens up like a giant bag, so you can either decide to sit on it, put your legs in it or shelter inside it. You'll be the envy of Glastonbury, no, really."

    The Guardian 
  • NME brand logo

    "This waterproof blanket doubles up as a cosy shelter, perfect for avoiding the rain and mud at festivals this year. Turn it inside out to sit inside the GIGSAK and be able to watch your favourite bands whatever the weather."

    NME Magazine 
  • Camping with Style website logo

    "From camping and picnics in the park to summer festivals, the GIGSAK is a versatile picnic rug that’s great quality, and doubles up as a rain shelter. Perfect for everything that the Great British summertime can throw at you!"

    Camping with Style 
  • Dorset Mums website logo

    "GIGSAK has an opening for children to climb in if they get cold or to use as protection when the heavens unexpectedly open and it pours with rain. This actually happened to us when we visited Kingston Lacy and we had to hilariously dive under it to keep us and the kids dry!"

    Dorset Mums 
  • Chelsea Mama website logo

    "GIGSAK is simple to turn into a shelter – simply use the inside corner handles to turn it inside out. It’s big enough for 2 or 3 people to use in this way and convert it back to a picnic blanket when it stops raining. We have used our GIGSAK a few times now and it is fabulous."

    Chelsea Mamma 
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