Roskilde Festival is a place of big experiences, strong communities and plenty of energy.
Most people feel safe. But when 130,000 people are gathered and the pace is high, situations can arise that do not feel right or may feel uncomfortable.
That is why we have three short tips to help you look after yourself and the people around you before you head out into the festival city.
It can be easy to lose track of things in the festival city. That is why it makes sense to stay together and make a plan with the people you are with.
Agree on how to get back to camp if you lose each other. Choose a meeting point, and make sure you can reach each other along the way.
Use the well-lit paths and move through areas where there are other people. Just like when you are heading home after a night out, it is safer to be together.
Download the app and use the map, so you can always find your way around, both on your own and with others. When you stay together and check in with each other, you help look after one another too.
You do not need to worry about your things at Roskilde Festival. But a little care can save you from a frustrating experience. Only bring the things you really need. Keep your valuables close when you leave camp, for example in a bum bag or in the wardrobes, which you can find through the app.
Put a padlock on your tent, as it makes it harder for unauthorised people to get inside. It also helps to gather loose items such as chairs and tables inside your tent when you head out to explore.
Get to know your neighbours and help each other keep an eye on your camps.
If you need help or are unsure about something, you can always go to the Info Hubs in the camping areas or ask the hosts in orange vests.
The festival is full of energy, and the days and parties can quickly start to blur together.
Remember to take breaks, get something to eat and be aware of your own pace, including when it comes to alcohol. In general, that makes it easier to make good decisions and be present for everything you experience.
Also keep an eye on what you consume. Only accept drinks from places and people you trust, and do not share or accept anything if you do not know what it is.
Always speak up if something feels wrong. And respect and support others when they say no. In short: Follow the same good advice you know and use when you go out or party anywhere else.
Behind the festival is a large safety setup of volunteers, hosts and professionals working to help you feel safe around the clock.
There is always someone you can ask, and help is close by if you need it.
At the same time, you are an important part of what makes the community work.
When you look after yourself and the people around you, you help create a festival with room for everyone.
