Summertime means it’s festival season! We’ve gathered a few practical tips to help you enjoy your favorite artists without breaking the bank! Whether you’re heading to a local event or a much larger festival, here are three tips to help you save money without missing out on the music!
Free/Discounted Tickets
Admission is one of the most expensive purchases of the festival experience, but there are ways to get discounted or even free tickets. Many festivals offer early bird pricing, which is a significant discount on the first tier of tickets sold. Planning ahead and purchasing tickets early can help you take advantage of these low prices. Another great option to save money is volunteering at the event. Many festivals provide free or discounted tickets in exchange for your time. Not only is it an opportunity to get free tickets, but also a great way to get involved and support the event.
Traveling vs. Staying Local
Sticking to local festivals is an easy way to help you save money. There are many genres of festivals that happen around the regions Royal serves; however, your favorite artist may not be planning on visiting the area. If that’s the case, be sure to plan accordingly and travel on a budget. For example, try comparing the costs of flying vs. driving, buying groceries instead of going out to eat, and camping rather than staying in an expensive hotel near the festival.
Plan Ahead and Stick to a Budget
Festivals should never be an impulse purchase. You may think the costs stop when you purchase your ticket, but that’s just the beginning. Before the event, you might be thinking about getting your hair or nails done, buying a new outfit, or upgrading your camping gear. All the little things start to add up fast. The costs don’t stop once you get to the festival either. Be sure to budget for food, drinks, and artist merchandise (because you deserve a souvenir). Overall, plan ahead and stick to the essentials— you likely don’t need a new outfit anyways. And for those essential items, consider thrifting or buying second-hand! It’s a great way to save money and stick to your budget.
Following these tips will make saving for your festival experience a breeze. By finding cheap tickets, comparing travel costs, and watching out for the hidden expenses you'll be able to enjoy the festival experience without breaking the bank.
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