Objects thrown at artists, stage rushes, mosh pits gone wrong – unruly fans are 2026’s newest festival challenge. Learn how veteran producers are fighting back with clear conduct codes, smarter security, and real-time response tactics to keep performers and crowds safe without killing the vibe.
Make your 2026 festival safer with a rock-solid overdose preparedness plan. Learn how veteran producers train staff in naloxone (Narcan) use, set up on-site OD response protocols, and partner with harm reduction orgs to save lives. Real examples from EDC, Boomtown, and more show these strategies in action – creating safer, more responsible festivals that fans and communities trust.
Don’t let rogue drones crash your festival. Learn how 2026’s top festivals enforce no-fly zones, deploy cutting-edge drone detection, and partner with authorities to keep skies safe. From real incidents to actionable tactics, this guide shows event producers how to stop unauthorized drones before they disrupt or endanger your crowd.
Discover how cutting-edge festival organizers use virtual reality to revolutionize safety drills. Learn to simulate crowd surges, evacuations, medical crises & security threats in VR for realistic, risk-free staff training. Get case studies, tips on choosing VR partners, designing immersive scenarios, and integrating VR into your emergency plan. This comprehensive guide shows how VR safety drills can elevate festival preparedness to new heights.
A comprehensive guide for festival organizers on recovering after a tragedy. Learn how to support your crew emotionally, communicate with empathy to attendees and the community, honor victims, and implement visible safety improvements. Transform a festival crisis into an opportunity for healing, trust-building, and a safer comeback.
Train staff in mental health first aid and set up quiet spaces, welfare teams and compassionate protocols to support attendees in need and keep your event safe.
Learn how top festival producers deter pickpockets and protect attendees’ valuables. This comprehensive guide covers smart festival layout design, secure lockers, undercover security tactics, attendee awareness campaigns, and tech innovations – all aimed at preventing theft on-site. Discover actionable strategies to enhance festival safety, preserve attendee trust, and keep the vibes high without fear of theft.
Learn how festival organizers can create safer events by training staff and empowering attendees to intervene against harassment. Discover real-world strategies – from staff bystander training and clear no-harassment policies to attendee allyship campaigns – that have reduced incidents and built trust at festivals worldwide. Make your festival a harassment-free zone with these actionable tips for safety and community engagement.
Learn how top festival producers plan for the unthinkable – from terrorism to active shooters. This comprehensive guide covers working with police, advanced security measures like surveillance and bag checks, staff counterterror training, and realistic drills so your team can swiftly respond to extreme threats. Don’t leave safety to chance: beyond basic security, get practical tips and real case studies on protecting your festival from worst-case scenarios.
Learn how to create a crisis communication plan for your festival to keep attendees safe, prevent panic, and maintain trust when emergencies strike.
Report issues, log incidents, and escalate info to keep your festival safe; with a clear communication plan, small problems never turn into big emergencies.
Seconds matter in a festival emergency. Discover how co-locating police, fire, and EMS on site, along with a unified command center, can save lives.
