While there are a variety of festival-specific apps that provide essential information throughout an event, there are also countless apps for music festivals that aren't necessarily branded as such.
From tent-locating apps that allow users to map the whereabouts of their tent to streamline the dark walk back through the campgrounds to an app that tracks water consumption and reminders users to stay hydrated, there are plenty of helpful smartphone applications to enhance the festival experience.
Additionally, festivalgoers will want to keep track of their friends, which is where location-sharing apps and social networking apps that connect users based on proximity, there are plenty of ways your smartphone can make navigating the crowds a breeze.
It's also probably a good idea to go prepared with a reliable weather app, an app to remind you to reapply sunscreen and of course, an app to track battery usage to ensure your smartphone doesn't die before the first set is finished.
25 Apps for Music Festivals
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Sunscreen Reminder Bracelets
This Skincare Device Tracks Your Exposure to the Sun
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Travel Companion Apps
The Wander App Helps You Find a Travel Buddy for Shared Adventures
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Social Check-In Apps (UPDATE)
Foursquare's Swarm App is More About Social Buzz
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Location-Based Messaging Apps
FlashChat Lets Users Communicate Anonymously at SXSW 2015
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Permanent Stalker Software
Apple's New 'Find My Friends' is a Scary, Yet Practical GPS-Based App
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Map Messenger Apps
Jink is a Location-Sharing App that Combines Messaging with Geotagging
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Customizable Festival Apps
Golive is a DIY App for the Music Festival Market
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Local Socialization Apps
In Partnership with Austin Blogs, Qork is the Ultimate SXSW Guide
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Hydration Reminder Apps
The iHydrate App Intuitively Helps You Achieve Your Hydration Goals
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Music Event Apps
The Osheaga Festival Teases Its Lineup in a Mobile Game
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GPS Music Festival Apps
Fezzee is a One-Time Stop for the Active Music Festival-Goer
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Festival Navigation Apps
The BC Tent Finder App Helps Festivalgoers Make It Back to Their Camp
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Location-Sharing Apps
Glympse Tells Friends and Family Where Users are in Real Time
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Wayfinding Phone Apps
This Linear Navigation App Follows Lines on the Floor to Guide the Blind
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Drink-Counting Apps
The change4life Drinks Tracker App Helps Users Track When They Overdo It
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Localized Festival Apps
The SXSW GO App Lets Attendees Personalize Their Experience with Beacons
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Versatile Roadtrip Apps
Roadtrippers is a Handy Summer Travel App That Helps Plan Roadtrips
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Gamified Festival Apps
The Primavera Sound App Announces Its Music Festival Lineup Through Play
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Water-Moderating Apps
The WaterIn App Provides Gentle Reminders to Stay Hydrated
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Climatic Comparison Apps
Climendo Compares Multiple Sources to Make an Accurate Weather Forecast
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Water Tracking Apps
The Water Tracker App Helps You Track Your Water Intake
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Exclusive Campus Networks
The College-Only Speakiesy App Can Be Used at SXSW 2015
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Music Festival Apps
The Exclusive 2010 Ibiza Rocks BlackBerry App
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Water Logging Apps
The Waterlogged App Gives You Hydration Reminders and Tracks Water Intake
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Groovy Music Festival Apps
The Lollapalooza Mobile App Keeps You Connected to All the Festivities
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Minute Timer Uses Music to Induce Relaxation and Focus
Connected Adjustable Tint Sunglasses
The Chamelo Music Shield Smart Glasses are App-Connected
Beer-Branded Music Sharing Devices
The Conceptual 'Hei-Five' Connects Strangers Over Music
Regional Travel Apps
Freedomverse & Tourism Authority of Thailand Debut the Freedom World App
Longevity-Focused Wellness Apps
Zest is Focused on Extending Healthy Lifespan Through Technology
Accessibility-Focused Nature Trail Apps
Able Active Helps Users Find Accessible Trails & Amenities
Remote Work-Locating Tools
The Remote Worker Helps Digital Nomads Find a Temporary Space to Work
Real-Time Hydration Wearables
Geca Tracks Hydration All Day and Alerts Users of Dehydration
Similar Song-Finding Apps
Similar Songs Finder Helps Music Lovers Discover New Tunes
Healthy Habit Smartphone Accessories
The 'FIKA' Smartphone Enclosure Concept Helps with Relaxation
Score-Tracking Esports Applications
The Esports World Cup Now Has a Mobile App for Attendees
Fun-Focused Festival Phones
The Brahma Phone is a Pared-Back Device for a Worry-Free Experience
Environment-First Tourism Festivals
Paradise City Festival in Belgium Won Sustainability Awards
Fall-Detecting Smart Watches
The MobileHelp Smart is Always Connected to its Alert System
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
Festival-Inspired Fragrances
Natura Captured Molecules at Music Events to Make Two Fragrances
Complimentary Health Apps
Life Time, Inc. Has Announced That Its Life Time App is Now Free
Minimalist Smartphone Apps
The Dumb Phone App Provides a Pared-Back Experience for iOS Users
AI Note-Taking Apps
PowerNotes Remembers The Things you're Likely to Forget
Daily Motivation Apps
'Motivation' is an Empowering App Helping People Make the Most of Their Days
Pet Health Managers
Pet App Helps Track Health, Reminders, and Activities for Your Pets
Music Listening Data
must.fm for Spotify Stats Dives Deeper Into Your Data for Music Enthusiasts
Personalized Music Tracking Tools
Chart Your Music Lets Users Curate and Track Custom Music Charts
AI-Powered Meal Planning Apps
YouFitness Helps You Create Custom Diet and Fitness Plans
Matchmaking Dating Apps
The 'Cheers' Dating App Incorporates Friend into the Experience
Accessibility-Focused Navigation Apps
The Atlas App is a Community-Driven Solution
Cat Tracking Apps
Whisker Tracker Catalogs Cats Using Facial Recognition for Easy Tracking
Comprehensive Health Apps
Fitness Calculator Offers Instant Insights with Versatile Features
Mindful Smartphone Usage Apps
The 'Intenty' App Prompts Users to Rethink How They Use Their Phone
Friendship Management Apps
SoonCall Helps Manage Friendships with Reminders and Catchup Tracking
Digital Holiday Light Apps
The 'Festivitas' App Puts Holiday Lights onto the Digital Desktop
Minimizing Phone Usage Initiatives
Heineken's Latest Campaign Addresses Phone Use at Music Events
Experience-Logging Travel Apps
Reis Log Helps Individuals Log Journeys for a Better Trip
Sound Frequency Therapy Apps
Soaak Tackles Seasonal Depression Symptoms Through Sound
Stress-Detecting Wellness Apps
The 'Lume' Stress Management App Guides Users Through Stress
Screen Time Reduction Apps
BePresent Gamifies Limiting Phone Usage with Daily Challenges
Food-Checking Health Apps
Know Your Food Helps Users Stay on Track with Their Diet
Regional Eclipse Guidance Apps
The Eclipse App Was Created with the Planetary Society and Bill Nye
Music Discovery Apps
Spindr Analyzes Listening Habits to Help You Find Songs You'll Love
Comprehensive Travel Navigation Apps
Destination App Integrates Information from Over 800 Sources
Personalized Breathwork Apps
FivePointFive Introduces a New Approach to Wellness
Advanced Sleep Aid Apps
Neuromoment Has Launched a Crowdfunding Campaign on Indiegogo
Connective Music Platforms
Musicat.fm Offers a Dynamic Community for Music Lovers
All-in-One Pet Care Apps
Dotsy Offers Tracking and Recording for Pet Owners
Distraction-Blocking Apps
The 'FlowBuddy' App Helps Users Cut Down on Screen Time
Efficient Travel Planners
Travel Stash Enables Users to Plan Trips in Under a Minute
Gamer Music Libraries
The Nintendo Music App Shares Fan-Favorite Nintendo Soundtracks
In-App Mosquito Forecasts
OFF! & The Weather Channel Help with Planning for Outdoor Activities
Traveling Healthcare Professional Apps
Fusion Medical Staffing Addresses Challenges in the Field
Car-Identifying Apps
Scout Helps Enthusiasts Identify a Vehicle
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
Social Camera Fitness Apps
SnapFit Lets Users Document Their Journey with Photos
Music-Based Fitness Apps
Feed.fm Highlights the Significant Role Music Plays for Fitness Apps
Hybrid Dance Apps
Zumba Fitness Has Launched the Inaugural Zumba App
All-in-One Productivity Apps
Evo Brands Itself as 'The Everything App'
Film Industry Networking Apps
The 'BeScene' App Takes a Swiping Approach to Networking
Olympics-Themed Tech Accessories
These Samsung 2024 Summer Olympics Accessories are Creative
Sleep-Enhancing Mobile Apps
Munice's Miracle Night Uses Customized Audio to Enhance Sleep
Travel Journal Apps
Avare Lets You Create and Customize Locations on an Interactive Map
Activity-Monitoring Sports Apps
Strava Heatmaps Offer Athletes Insights into Populated Areas
Pet Meal Tracking Tools
Feed My Pet Tracks Meals and Prevents Overfeeding with Shared Reminders
Music-Themed Travel Guides
Skyscanner Music Guides Were Created with Exceptional ALIEN
Socially Connected Workout Apps
The 'SocialPump' App Connects Athletes to Their Friends
Sunset-Sharing Apps
Sunshare is a Tool for Sharing Sunset Photography Around the Globe
Real-Time Night Life Maps
Bardar Provides Real-Time Information on Venues and Nightlife in Sydney
Real-Time Subway Map Apps
The Weekendest Offers a Comprehensive View of the NYC Subway System
Versatile Fashion Inspiration Apps
Urrban Tailor Helps You Find an Outfit For Any Event
Travel Buddy Finders
TripBFF Finds and Connects Users with Other Travelers for Rewarding Journeys
Food Holiday Calendars
Food Holidays is Celebrating National Days for Foodies
Digitized Note-Taking Apps
FlowNote Turns Note-Taking Into an Art
Hydration Tracking Tools
Water Watch Simplifies Tracking Daily Water Intake with Bottle Units
Comprehensive Mood Tracking Apps
Moodset Integrates Music to Help Users With Introspection
AI Roadtrip Playlists
Trip Tunes Uses AI To Create Memorable Road Trip Playlists
Relationship-Strengthening Dating Ideas
Perfect Dates is an App Inspiring Stronger Bonds
Backpacker-Connecting Travel Apps
Cotravel Brings Backpackers from Around the Globe Together
Travel Prep Packing Apps
Pack, Repeat Simplifies the Packing Process For Last-Minute Trips
Coffee Documenting Notes Apps
Coffee Notes Helps Consumers Explore and Record Their Favorite Shops
Social Music Experiences
Dila Connects Users by Creating Friendships Through Playlists
Privacy-Focused Diary Apps
WaterFlow Diary Offers an Intuitive Way to Capture Personal Moments
Routine Planning Apps
HabitNow Helps Users Embrace a More Structured Schedule
Connective Men's Wellness Apps
'Find a Men's Group' Helps Men Seeking Community and Support
Social Gathering-Scheduling Apps
Tecatita Light Debuts the Convenience-Focused Momentitos App
Endurance Athlete-Specific Social Networks
Front Pack's New Social Network is on Its Website & App
Social Trip-Planning Apps
TripMap Makes Trip Planning Easier with Expense Tracking and More
Handy Roadtrip Weather Apps
The 'Wayther' App Helps Travelers Take Weather into Account
Streamlined Note Interfaces
HashTagNotes Lets Users Send Themselves Notes and Reminders
Personal Goal-Setting Apps
Fred Breaks Down Goals Into Actionable Steps
Community-Oriented Meetup Apps
The 'Flying Pig' App Connects People for Hanging Out
Organizational Reminder Apps
The Todo Reminder App Enhances Productivity With a Few Simple Steps
Supportive Sobriety Apps
'Sober' Guides Individuals on Their Sobriety Journey
Efficient Property Management Apps
Tribe Property Technologies Has Launched Its Tribe Home App
Public Holiday Work Apps
The Public Holidays Slack App Keeps Employees Connected
Time-Lapse Content Apps
Timelapse Provides a Unique Approach to Recording Engaging Content
Job Tracking Tools
Job Application Tracker Simplifies Centralizes Job Search Data
Goal-Oriented Health Apps
The 'Bright' App Offers a Holistic View of One's Health
Distraction-Limiting Apps
Shrewd Observer Helps You Live a More Disciplined Lifestyle
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
Hydration Reminder Extensions
Drink Water Reminder Sends Hydration Alerts in Your Browser
Music Updates Platforms
Music News Provides the Latest Updates on Industry Movements
Emergency Distress Signals
SOS Light App Provides a Simple Morse-Code Distress Signal Tool
Media Release Monitoring Apps
The 'Upcoming' App Helps Users Track Favorite Media and Explore
AI Music-making App
Suno Plans to Be the Go-to App for All-Things Audio
Seasonal Cooking Aid Apps
Seasnal Helps Reduce Food Waste and Inspire Creativity
Habit-Tracking Apps
BeeBetter Helps Establish Routine and Cultivate Healthy Habits
Social Workout Apps
FITCHAIN Helps you Find Fitness Friends to Stay Accountable
Screen-Limiting Phone Apps
Takebreak Encourages People to Have a Better Work-Life Balance
Focus-Enhancing Soundscapes
Siestapp Uses White and Brown Noise to Soothe, Relax, or Boost Focus
Comprehensive Museum Visitor Apps
The Chester Beatty Museum & accesso Refine Visitor Experiences
Connective Travel Apps
Fairytrail is For Those Who Value Travel and Meaningful Connections
Live Music Booking Apps
Gig App is an All-in-One Platforms for Artists and Venues
Musician-Connecting Platforms
BandMatch Helps People Discover Nearby Musicians to Create Bands
Minimalist Money Management Spreadsheets
The Expense App Let's you Upload Receipts and Documents
Public Bathroom Location Apps
The Bathroom App Helps People in Need of Relief
Home Organization Tracking
WhereThings Helps You Organize and Locate Your Belongings Effortlessly
Community-Based Eclipse Apps
The Eclipse App Helped People Better Witness the 2024 Eclipse
Multi-Use Timer Apps
Chirp Timer Enables Users to Create Multiple Alerts Within Any Given Timer
Personalized Notification Tools
Good Vibes Notifications Offers a Daily Dose of Information
Travel Budget Management
Manage Your Travel Expenses Effectively with 'My Budget Sherpa'
Sensor-Based Pollen Apps
Pollen Wise Features Hourly Allergen Reports
Concert Discovery Platform
Discover Live Music Events by Artist or Genre with Shazam Events
Accessible Ride App Safety-Tools
Uber is Altering its App for The Safety Tools in One Place
Data-Driven Weight Lifting Apps
Workout Logs - Gym Tracker Helps Keep Track of Gym-Goers' Gains
Digitized Travel Wishlists
Wish2Go Let's Users Save Locations to Bring Travel Dreams to Life
Connective Time Zone Apps
Clockwise Helps You Stay In Sync Across The Globe
Comprehensive Sports Apps
OutyPlay Builds Community for Sports Enthusiasts
Connective Handy Services Apps
HandyFriend Connects Home Owners With Maintence Workers
Data-Tracking Sleep Fans
Sleepfan Helps People Sleep and Provides Meaningful Insights
Creative Collaboration Clubs
Dazed Has Launched a New Social Media App Called Dazed Club
Sustainable Public Festivals
Ontario's 'Cloud 9 Festival' Promotes Eco-Friendly Futures
Musical Weather Forecast Playlists
SkyTunes Curates Your Day with a Playlist to Match the Weather
TV-Specific Pop Informants
COVER Emerges as the Essential App for TV Show Aficionados
Streamlined Packing Companions
PackBuddy Enhances the Travel Process by Making Packing Easier
Musical Productivity Apps
FocusBeats Plays Music For 25 Minutes of Work and a 5 Minute Break
App-Based Cleaning Tips
The Okanagan Forest Task Force Debuts an App to Clean its Backcountry
Important Sharing Apps
The FinhApp Let's You Share Wills or Messages with Loved Ones
Surprising Romantic Inspiration
Love Fuel Offers 450 Ideas to Liven Up a Relationship
Drum Practice Tracker Apps
Drumbitious Helps Drummers Reach Their Full Musical Potential
Advanced Navigation Apps
Compass: Direction Finder Ensures You Never Lose Your Way
Event Venue Finders
CoolSpace Helps You Secure the Perfect Venue for Your Events
Minimalist Calendar Managers
Scheduler is a Streamlined Calendar App for Professionals