{"id":10474,"date":"2026-04-09T22:39:36","date_gmt":"2026-04-09T22:39:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/?p=10474"},"modified":"2026-04-09T22:39:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T22:39:36","slug":"gear-up-for-festival-season-with-these-8-essentials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/?p=10474","title":{"rendered":"Gear Up for Festival Season With These 8 Essentials"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"justify-start\">\n<nav class=\"align-left col-span-full mb-base\" data-pom-e2e-test-id=\"breadcrumbs\"\/>\n<p>Kick off summer with Outside Days\u2014and get outfitted for better hydration, sun protection, storage, and style with smart picks from REI<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/p>\n<p class=\"fp-leadCaption py-tight text-left font-utility text-utility3-size leading-utility3-line-height text-secondary\">Outside Days 2025.<!-- --> (Photo: Stoptime Live)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-body\">\n<p>Published April 9, 2026 04:26PM<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-afl-p=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/outsidedays.outsideonline.com\/\">Outside Days<\/a>, our annual celebration of music, film, and all things outdoor, is just around the corner\u2014and this year\u2019s festival, May 29-31, is bigger than ever. With headliners like Death Cab for Cutie, My Morning Jacket, and Cage the Elephant, along with an extra day of fun, it\u2019s gearing up to be one of the biggest festivals of the year. Which means it\u2019s time for you to do some gearing up of your own.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s no secret that REI is the hub for everything you need to enjoy a weekend outside. But it gets better. The <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-afl-p=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/sr.studiostack.com\/c\/link?l=2299858&amp;s=2299856\">REI Co-op\u00ae Mastercard\u00ae<\/a> is your ticket to year-round gear savings, with 5% in card rewards on all REI purchases, plus access to exclusive <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-afl-p=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/outsidedays.outsideonline.com\/cardholderbenefits\">discounts and perks<\/a> at Outside Days.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2736835\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2736835\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/REI_inline_1.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/REI_inline_1.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\"><span class=\"article__caption\">Outside Days 2025.<\/span> (Photo: Stoptime Live)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>That makes it a great time to stock up, whether you\u2019re kitting up for the festival or the summer of adventures ahead. Start with these eight pieces of gear and get ready for the season outside.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/p>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<p><b>REI Co-op Sahara Shade Hoodie<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Long days in the sun? Love \u2019em. Sun-damaged skin? No thanks. This lightweight hoodie is the answer. The soft and stretchy fabric makes for comfortable movement, the adjustable hood and thumbholes give you a secure fit, and UPF 50+ technology ensures all-day sun protection.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2736828\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2736828 size-large\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-15-1024x1024.png?width=1080&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x, https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-15-1024x1024.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 2x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-15-1024x1024.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<p><b>BANDITS Bandana<\/b><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a hat. It\u2019s a headband. It\u2019s the shade on your neck, the shirt on your back, and\u2014in a pinch\u2014a napkin. A good bandana is the most versatile festival gear you can pack. Make it a BANDITS bandana; they\u2019re made with soft organic cotton, designed by artists around the globe, and support a different charity for each design.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2736826\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2736826 size-large\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-13-1024x1024.png?width=1080&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x, https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-13-1024x1024.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 2x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-13-1024x1024.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<p><b>goodr OGs Polarized Sunglasses<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Affordable, high quality, and unapologetically fun\u2014goodrs were made for festivals. The nonslip frames are dancing approved, the polarized lenses reduce glare when you\u2019re in the sun all day, and the $30 price means you\u2019ll recover fast if a pair gets lost in the crowd.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2736827\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"396\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2736827 size-large\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-14-1024x396.png?width=1080&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x, https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-14-1024x396.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 2x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-14-1024x396.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<p><b>REI Co-op Flash Bucket Hat<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Get a sun hat that does more than block the rays. The Flash Bucket Hat provides an extra level of cooling with laser-cut vents in the crown. The UPF 50+ hat also has a bungee adjustment for fine tuning fit and it crushes down to fit in a pocket.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2736829\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2000\" height=\"2000\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2737008 size-full\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/REI_NEW.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x, https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/REI_NEW.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 2x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/REI_NEW.png?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<p><b>Hydro Flask Lightweight 32 oz. Water Bottle<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Do you really <i>need<\/i> a water bottle upgrade before Outside Days? That depends what kind of water you\u2019d rather have while dancing in a packed crowd on a hot day\u2014ice cold or lukewarm? Stay hydrated and happy with this lightweight, vacuum-insulated bottle that keeps drinks frosty for 24 hours.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2736830\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2736830 size-large\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-17-1024x1024.png?width=1080&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x, https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-17-1024x1024.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 2x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-17-1024x1024.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<p><b>Teva Hurricane XLT3 Sandals<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Long days on your feet don\u2019t have to feel long. The newest version of Teva\u2019s popular hiking sandals features an extra 5mm of topsole foam that your feet will love, whether you\u2019re posted up in the front row for your favorite band or dancing the night away.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2736831\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2736831 size-large\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-18-1024x1024.png?width=1080&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x, https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-18-1024x1024.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 2x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-18-1024x1024.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<p><b>Cotopaxi Taal Convertible Del Dia Tote Bag<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Good news! Backpacks and totes are allowed at Outside Days\u2014and so is this hybrid hauler. This convertible bag is the ultimate festival packing solution, with 16 liters of storage to help you lug around festival layers and accessories, with a dedicated pouch for water bottles and a secure zipper.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2736832\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"982\" height=\"1024\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2736832 size-large\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-19-982x1024.png?width=1080&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x, https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-19-982x1024.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 2x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-19-982x1024.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<section id=\"\" class=\"content-card rounded-xl px-base-loose pt-base-loose pb-loose shadow-sm shadow-black\/10\">\n<p><b>Crazy Creek Hex 2.0 Original Chair<\/b><\/p>\n<p>When it\u2019s time to relax\u2014at a festival, on a hike, in camp, anywhere\u2014just park it in this supersimple, supercomfortable chair. There have been lots of imitations and iterations over the years, but nothing beats the iconic original. It\u2019s lightweight and packable, indestructible, and literally makes you feel more grounded because it\u2019s not elevated.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2736833\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1010\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2736833 size-large\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-20-1024x1010.png?width=1080&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x, https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-20-1024x1010.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 2x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Untitled-20-1024x1010.png?width=2048&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- --><\/section>\n<hr\/>\n<p><i>REI is a specialty outdoor retailer, headquartered near Seattle. The nation\u2019s largest consumer co-op, REI is a growing community of 25 million members who expect and love the best quality gear and outstanding customer service. In addition to the co-op\u2019s many <\/i><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-afl-p=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/sr.studiostack.com\/c\/link?l=2299860&amp;s=2299856\"><i>stores<\/i><\/a><i> across the country, outdoor enthusiasts can shop at\u202f<\/i><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-afl-p=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/sr.studiostack.com\/c\/link?l=2299862&amp;s=2299856\"><i>REI.com<\/i><\/a><i>,\u202f<\/i><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-afl-p=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/sr.studiostack.com\/c\/link?l=2299864&amp;s=2299856\"><i>REI Outlet<\/i><\/a><i>\u202for the\u202f<\/i><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-afl-p=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/sr.studiostack.com\/c\/link?l=2299866&amp;s=2299856\"><i>REI shopping app<\/i><\/a><i>. Everyone is welcome to shop REI, but members who join the co-op enjoy a <\/i><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-afl-p=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/sr.studiostack.com\/c\/link?l=2299868&amp;s=2299856\"><i>range of benefits<\/i><\/a><i>. REI is a purpose-driven and values-led company dedicated to enabling life outside for all.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.outsideonline.com\/outdoor-gear\/clothing-apparel\/gear-up-for-festival-season-with-these-8-essentials\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kick off summer with Outside Days\u2014and get outfitted for better hydration, sun protection, storage, and style with smart picks from REI Outside Days 2025. (Photo: Stoptime Live) Published April 9, 2026 04:26PM Outside Days, our annual celebration of music, film, and all things outdoor, is just around the corner\u2014and this year\u2019s festival, May 29-31, is<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":10475,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[35],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-10474","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-wild-living"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10474","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=10474"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10474\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/10475"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=10474"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=10474"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=10474"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}