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Guide to summer festivals 2026: what equipment to bring
Summer 2026 promises to be full of festivals
Les Vieilles Charrues, Rock en Seine, Hellfest, Tomorrowland, Nuits Sonores… Summer 2026 promises an exceptional festival season. And to keep memorable memories of these intense moments, the right equipment makes all the difference between a blurry video forgotten the next day and an edit that you will happily watch again years later. Here is our guide to choosing the ideal equipment for your festival, as well as the accessories and good reflexes to adopt on site.
Video equipment for festivals
The action camera: your best ally
Forget the bulky reflex which risks taking hits in the pit. A rental GoPro Hero 12 is the perfect choice for festivals: compact, robust, waterproof (rain, mud, spilled drink) and equipped with HyperSmooth stabilization that captures smooth video even in a moving crowd. Fixed on a short pole, it takes shots above the crowd without disturbing anyone. Discover all our action cameras for rental to compare the models.
The 360 camera so you don't miss anything
The location Insta360 X5 is formidable at a festival. It captures everything in 360 degrees: you don't miss a moment, even when the action is coming from all sides. Framing is done after the fact on your smartphone, and the “invisible boom” effect gives spectacular shots with the stage on one side and the crowd on the other.
What equipment depending on the type of festival
Rock/metal festival (Hellfest, Download)
Intense atmosphere, hectic pit, dust and decibels. Opt for a rental GoPro Hero 12 with chest mount for immersive videos without the risk of disturbing other festival-goers. Stabilization absorbs pogos and crowd movements. Bring a hard case to protect the equipment between two concerts.
Electro festival (Tomorrowland, Nuits Sonores)
The light shows and stage shows are spectacular. The location Insta360 X5 captures the overall ambiance perfectly. For nighttime videos, the GoPro Hero 12 and its improved low-light mode produce good results. Film the drops in slow motion for footage of cheering crowds that are all the rage on social media.
General festival (Vieilles Charrues, Solidays)
A mix of concerts, camping atmosphere and moments of relaxation. Pack a location GoPro Hero 12 for versatility and a location Insta360 X4 for group times at the campsite. Alternate between the two to vary the angles and renderings in your final edit.
Essential festival accessories
Autonomy
A festival lasts 3 to 5 days and electrical outlets are rare when camping. Carry several batteries per camera, a high capacity external battery and a multi-battery charger. Recharge everything at the campsite during downtime so you're always ready for the next gig.
Protection
Rain, dust, mud, heat... Festivals put equipment to the test. GoPro are waterproof by nature. For the rest, a waterproof dry bag protects your equipment while camping, and a microfiber cloth in the pocket allows you to clean the lens regularly.
Storage
By filming intensively for several days, you will quickly fill up your memory cards. Plan for a comfortable capacity and, if you have a laptop, transfer and backup each evening. Otherwise, take several cards and select the highlights rather than filming everything.
Courtesy rules
Respect other festival-goers: do not brandish a pole throughout a concert, it obstructs the view of those behind you. Film the loud bits then put your camera away. Some festivals prohibit drones and regulate filming: find out more and respect the event regulations. And above all, don't forget to enjoy the present moment without experiencing everything through a screen.
Rent your festival kit on Fox Rider
Prepare your summer 2026 with the right equipment. Rent arental GoPro Hero 12and onerental Insta360 X5on Fox Rider for the duration of your festival: equipment delivered everywhere in France, ready to use and covered against breakage and theft.Rent your festival equipment on Fox Riderand live summer to the fullest!