At OU, it’s never too early to prepare for the spring season, also known as fest season. With eight weekends of celebrating in the various streets of Athens, it is important to have the correct playlists, party gear, attire, and preparation to survive the season. Because with each weekend comes a new street, weather forecast, and plan for a successful celebration. So get you and your squad ready to survive and thrive in any fest situation with these guidelines:

1. Have an on point party playlist ready.

If you have the creativity to craft your own, make sure to include some Fetty, the Chainsmokers, Lil Dicky, and Slander to get hyped for 14 Fest. However, if you seem to be lacking on getting a hype playlist together, be sure to checkout some jams from playlists Rap Caviar, Get Turnt, and New Releases on Spotify. Also be sure to toss in some good throwbacks and 90’s jams, can’t go wrong with those.

2. Bring a fanny-pack.

Seriously, this could save your life. Not only are fanny-packs stylish AF, but they can hold all your important belongings leaving you hands free to do whatever party moves you plan to bust out during fest. Be sure to pack some cash, your ID, phone, charger, and perhaps an emergency granola bar for nutritional purposes.

3. Be prepared for any weather.

If you haven’t noticed already, Ohio is pretty persnickety when it comes to its weather forecast. You could go to every fest and experience rain, shine, snow, and a hefty amount of mud all in one day. So be sure you are well equipped with a layered outfit or a change of clothes back at your place ready to throw on. Also be prepared for the possibility of a party fowl involving falling in or getting splashed by mud. Your wardrobe essentials for fests should be: an extra pair of jeans/shorts/leggings, shoes you don’t mind getting dirty such as Converse or Vans, and a light jacket with a hood.

4. Check yourself, before you wreck yourself.

Are you planning to party all day into the night? If so, check to make sure your school work is done, you’re well rested, you’re hydrated, and you eat a decent meal before you go out. Be sure to continuously take breaks to have a drink that is not alcohol. And be sure to have snacks ready for you when you come home to crash. There is no worse buzzkill than a failing grade or feeling like sh*t for days after.

It may seem early, but fest season is right around the corner. So start prepping party people!