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Checklist: The 10 essentials for your Festival

By Lisa Demattia 9 April 2026

1.The fabric wristband: The 3-Day Pass collector’s item

For festivalgoers, the fabric wristband is more than just an admission ticket. It’s a real trophy, a souvenir they’ll be proud to wear on their wrists all summer long (and sometimes much longer!). It’s also your best communication tool: your logo will be everywhere, long after the last concert has finished.

2. The SecurBand wristband: Efficiency for your “1 Day” entries

If you’re managing a large flow of visitors over a single day, SecurBand remains the unbeatable solution. It’s the wristband that combines a low price, a low weight and quick fitment at the point of entry. It’s also impossible to transfer to another person. Thanks to its tamper-proof adhesive fastening, any attempt to undo it will rip the wristband. It resists tearing, perspiration and even downpours. By using a colour code for each day (e.g.: Fluo Yellow on Friday, Electric Blue on Saturday), your security guards can spot a fraudster from 5 metres away, without even needing to scan the wrist. That saves an enormous amount of time at checkpoints.

3.The RFID wristband: No more queues at the bar

In 2026, the interminable wait to order a beer or a soft drink is no longer an option for your festivalgoers. RFID is changing the game by turning every wrist into a digital wallet. It’s fluid, it’s modern and it boosts your income. No more searching for your change or bank card at the bottom of your bag. A simple scan of the wristband at the terminal validates the transaction in one second. As well as eliminating cash (and therefore the risks of theft or checkout errors), RFID gives you real-time visibility of your sales. You know exactly which bar is running best and at what time.

Why choose PDC? This is where our expertise makes the difference: our chips are universal. We work closely with the biggest cashless solution providers on the market.

4. Lanyards with double attachment: Maximum stability and readability

While the classic lanyard is a standard, the double attachment model (or “double carabiner”) is an indispensable ally for large-scale events where there must be no doubts about identification. Unlike a lanyard with a single attachment, which tends to flip over, the double attachment keeps the badge perfectly horizontal and facing forwards. For your volunteers and the press, this means that their role remains legible at a glance, without them having to constantly adjust their badge.

5. The Xpress Badge: Technical excellence for your VIPs

Leave nothing to chance when it comes to your guests with backstage access and VIP guests. The Xpress Badge is the benchmark for high-resistance accreditation. Unlike traditional formats, this large-size badge has a rigid “credit card” finish that immediately reinforces the authority of your checks. Designed to withstand the toughest conditions - rain, abrasion and intensive handling - it remains flawless from assembly to disassembly. Fully customisable in high definition (front/back, QR codes, variable data), it combines fluid logistics with a premium brand image, guaranteeing clear, lasting identification throughout your event.

6. Vinyl badge holder

Nothing is more frustrating for a photographer or technician than a pass that keeps flipping over when going through a checkpoint. By combining our A6 vinyl badge holder with a double attachment lanyard, the ID remains perfectly stable and legible. No more spinning label!

7. The silicone wristband: that little extra

For your VIP boxes or your partners, the silicone wristband goes beyond a simple check function: it’s a piece of merchandise in its own right. Unlike a fabric wristband that has to be cut off the wrist, a silicone wristband is a lasting souvenir that can be kept, exchanged and collected. It’s a powerful communication tool that will continue to promote your brand on social networks and in the street long after the festival is over. Its tactile personalisation (debossed, embossed or flat-print) offers a sensory dimension that immediately enhances the wearer, transforming a simple accessory into a genuine fashion accessory.

8. The Yoyo reel: The must-have for your field teams

Your security, logistics or ticket-scanning staff have to scan their badges dozens or even hundreds of times a day to access secure areas or identify themselves at terminals. Securely attached to a belt or belt loop, the yoyo reel allows the badge to be extended towards the reader without ever having to take it off, providing an immediate gain in efficiency and speed. The automatic retractable cord ensures that the pass always returns to its original position, preventing loss of badges and facilitating your teams’ movements during busy periods. For an impeccable brand image, these reels can be fully customised with your logo, transforming a simple tool into a colourful accessory for your event.

9. Prevention: The “Minor/Adult” wristband

Managing the sale of alcohol is a major civil and legal responsibility for any festival organiser. Don’t leave your bartenders to manage this pressure on their own in addition to all the hustle and bustle: by fitting a wristband of a specific colour (e.g.: Fluo Pink for minors) during an identity check at the entrance, you remove any ambiguity for your teams. The waiter can instantly see whether he or she may serve an alcoholic drink or not, which provides invaluable legal protection. It’s an additional safety barrier that demonstrates your practical commitment to prevention while effectively protecting your alcohol licence.

10. The armband badge holder: Security and visibility in the technical zone

In assembly zones, on stage or near machinery, wearing a lanyard around the neck can represent a real risk of getting caught. The armband fits snugly around the arm over a T-shirt or high-visibility jacket, guaranteeing optimum operational security while keeping the badge visible. Ideal for technical interventions, it’s the accessory of choice for first responders, stage technicians and maintenance workers who need to be identified instantly without ever being hindered in their physical movements.