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A K-pop Stan's Guide to Concert Essentials
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items I have been a K-pop stan for 10+ years now and have attended over 10 K-pop concerts within the past year (I-dle, Taemin, J-hope, Jin, etc.). After attending multiple K-pop concerts, there are essentials that I make sure to bring in my bag before I le...
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👜 The Concert Bag
✨ Things That Will Save Your Life
👀 Things You Didn't Know You Needed
💅🏻 Make Your Bag Look Cunty
👜 The Concert Bag
Remember to read the bag policy for each venue. Each venue has different guidelines you must follow (dimensions of the bag, clear bag, etc.). I highly recommend searching their website or calling the venue.
Believe it or not, this bag actually fits my light stick. It's small but deeper than it looks. There are multiple pockets and compartments, which I absolutely love. It's versatile. You can either wear it as a shoulder bag or a crossbody bag. It comes...
Pacsun Faux Leather Studded Zip Duffle Shoulder Bag | PacSun
A clear concert bag is a must, especially if you will be going to a stadium. This bag is sturdy and affordable. I love the extra pocket this bag has. I usually fill it with my Crybabies as decoration. I also love hanging multiple keychains on this ba...
Transparent PVC Tote Bag - Stylish and Waterproof for Beach and School
I use this bag all the freaking time at concerts! It fits everything. Don't be fooled by the size because I can fit my wallet, phone, phone charger, umbrella, and even a light stick in this bag. It's literally a Mary Poppins bag!
Round Mini Shoulder Bag | UNIQLO US
✨ Things That Will Save Your Life
I always make sure to stock up my bag with essentials before leaving the house.
I never forget my earplugs at a concert. I attend concerts frequently, and it's important to prevent hearing loss. These Loop earplugs are definitely the easiest to put in your ear. Trust me, you do not want to risk your hearing at a concert. Concert...
Experience 2 Plus
Sometimes, it gets super hot when I'm waiting in line outside the venue before a K-pop concert. That's why I always carry a portable fan with me to keep my friends and me cool. This fan is light and small enough to fit in my bag.
* * * Melody & Jade Guigou Cute Character Handheld & Hanging Fan - Portable Battery-* Cooling Fan with Clip-On Attachmen
Don't forget to bring your wallet with you I.D inside, especially if you have V.I.P or are planning on drinking. I use small wallets like this because they're thin and don't take up too much space in your bag. It also has plenty of card slots and a c...
Her Universe Cinnamoroll Friends Carousel Cardholder
My portable phone charger has saved my life at every concert! When I'm busy filming videos, my phone will run out of battery. However, this portable phone charger is a lifesaver! Helpful tip: Charge your phone right before the concert, so you don't h...
Belkin BOOST↑CHARGE USB C Portable Charger 10K ...
Light sticks typically require AAA batteries. I usually bring a total of 8 in my bag, just in case my light stick dies in the middle of the concert.
Duracell PowerBoost AAA Batteries, 24 Pack
I always bring my earbuds with me to concerts. It can get boring waiting in line, so I recommend listening to music while you're in the queue or watch a show on your phone. It helps me navigate to the trains after the concert.
Galaxy Buds2 Pro True Wireless Earbud Headphones ...
Bacteria are crawling everywhere at concerts, and it's super important to remember hand sanitizer. I always have this in my bag and double-check to bring it before I leave. These Touchland hand sanitizers are amazing! They're super convenient to put ...
Berry Bliss Hand Sanitizer
I always bring packets of electrolytes with me, just in case I get dehydrated. I usually pour the electrolytes into my water bottle before the concert starts, so I can sip the water throughout the show. The Ultima electrolytes taste wonderful! I high...
Ultima Replenisher Hydration Electrolyte Drink Mix Powder Packets, Sugar-Free Tropical Variety Pack, 20 Ct
I never forget to put Advil in my bag, just in case I get a headache at the concert. Trust me, you do not want to have loud music blasting in your ears while you're experiencing an awful headache. Been there done that.
Advil Pain Reliever and Fever Reducer Coated Tablets, Ibuprofen 200 mg Pain Relief, 10 Count
I always bring my Vaseline lip balm with me to make sure my lips are moisturized. The tube lip balm is definitely a more sanitary option than the tiny jars that Vaseline offers.
Vaseline Lip Original Single Moisturizing Balm with Petroleum & Vitamin E, 0.16 oz Pack of 1
I always make sure to bring little packets of tissues with me, just in case I cry. You never know! When I saw Jin in July, I started tearing up when he started singing Spring Day and then, full on sobbing during Epiphany.
Kleenex On-The-Go Facial Tissues, 8 On-The-Go Packs, 10 Tissues per Box, 3-Ply (80 Total Tissues), Packaging May Vary RDD10
I always bring a pack of Clorox wipes with me, just in case I eat at a restaurant before a concert.
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes on the Go Bleach Free Travel Wipes, Fresh Scent, 9 Ct (2 Pack)
I always bring sanitary pads with me, just in case the time of the month arrives unexpectedly.
Always Ultra Thin Pads with Wings, Size 2, Long Super Absorbency, 58 CT
As a lactose-intolerant person, I always bring Lactaid in my bag. Milky works pretty well! I have no issues after taking it.
Milky Card (For the Lactose-Intolerant People)
Alternative to the Milk lactaid pills for those of who are lactose-intolerant. You never know if you're going to consume dairy before the concert.
Lactaid Fast Act Lactose Relief Chewables, Vanilla, 32 Packs of 1 Count
Don't forget to check the weather before you leave the house! If you see that it's going to rain, bring an umbrella. However, make sure you check your venue's item policies, just in case they don't allow umbrellas into the venue. Sometimes, I'll brin...
Rain-Mate Compact Travel Umbrella – Windproof Folding Umbrella, Auto Open & Close, 8-Rib Frame
Some venues (like stadiums) don't allow you to bring in umbrellas, so you're next option is a disposable rain poncho. I brought this rain poncho with me for Head in the Clouds one year. It's portable and easily fits in your bag.
Trailmaker 100% Waterproof Hooded Disposable Rain Poncho Coats, for Adults, 10 Pack
I always use these earplugs at concerts and they work great. I can still hear people talking. They just lower the volume of the music. These earplugs don't diminish the quality of the audio. You don't realize how loud the music actually is until you ...
Eargasm Hi-Fi Earplugs Blue Filters w/ Case
👀 Things You Didn't Know You Needed
These are items I carry in my bag just to make my life easier.
I use the hair claw daily, and it holds my hair so well. I've always had issues trying to find hair claws that don't slip out of my hair because I have fine, silky hair. This hair claw from Chunks is not only fashionable and cute, it's also functiona...
Chunks Medium Checker Hair Claw Clip in Black + White
It gets tiring standing for 3+ hours, so I started wearing compression socks recently AND IT CHANGED MY LIFE! My calves aren't sore the next day. It's super comfy to wear. I'm able to stand for long periods of time at concerts now without feeling the...
Women's Everyday Compression Socks (15-20mmHg)
This pill organizer is super useful for taking to concerts. Instead of carrying bottles of medicine with you, you can store them in this tiny pill organizer. It alleviates some space in your bag! It's portable and small enough to fit in a makeup bag.
Strawberry Pattern Metal Pill Organizer
I use a small pill container to hold Advil inside, just in case I get a headache at the concert. This has been an amazing addition to my bag! I can easily fit this case into my bag and instead of packing a big bottle of pain reliever in my bag.
Sanrio Pill Organizer (Cute and Lightweight)
If you are someone who has their period, I highly recommend putting your pads in a little pouch to bring to the concert in case of an emergency. You can also put Lactaid or any pills that you need in there.
Sanrio Sanitary Pad & Napkin Storage Bag
I always have a compact mirror in my bag, just in case I need to fix my makeup.
Hello Kitty Compact Mirror - Dual-Sided Makeup with Magnification, Foldable, Travel
I like to bring my lipstick with me to reapply before the concert. I specifically love this one from Em Cosmetics because it's matte, brightly tinted, and buildable.
Soft Spoken Velvet Lip Crème
I use this tiny pouch to hold small essentials, such as my pill organizer, compact mirror, and lip balm.
Mini Mesh Makeup Bag
I usually have a wrist strap attached to my phone, so I don't lose my device during the concert. It's great to hang around your wrist when you're not filming, so you don't have to reach inside your bag for your phone every time you need to film somet...
Phone Charm/ Wrist Strap
I use this cute wrist strap to prevent me from losing my phone at concerts. I hang it around my wrist, so I don't have to reach into my bag again when I need to take a video.
Pink Bow Leather Chain Phone Charm
💅🏻 Make Your Bag Look Cunty
It's always fun to decorate your bag with photo cards of your bias. I usually bring meme photo cards of my bias rather than actual photo cards (mostly because I'm scared of people stealing my PCs). I also like to over-decorate my bag. If your bag doe...
I love decorating my bags with keychains and photo cards. These photo card holders are super cute. I usually put a meme photo card of my bias inside the photo card holder.
Rilakkuma Photo Card Holder
These Sanrio PC holders are so freaking cute! They hold my PC in place and add some color to my bag.
Sanrio Photo Card Holder
This PC holder is adorable. I took this with me to see Hobi!
Bunny Photo Card Holder
Attaching little ribbons to your bag makes it look so cute!
Lace Ribbon (79inch)
I love decorating my bag with little keychains like this to personalize it.
2pcs, * * Sports Style Keychain, Creative, Cartoon Figurine, Student Backpack Pendant, Car Keychain