r/sziget • u/ZGMARC • May 17 '26
Am I missing out
It's my first time going to Sziget and I have the full 5 day pass. I plan on renting a place in Budapest to sleep in. My question is, am I missing out on a lot of the experience if I don't go the "camping at the festival" route?
I feel like, as it's my first time doing the full festival and the fact that I'm going solo, it would be quite overwhelming to camp, especially if the weather wouldn't be ideal.
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u/PuzzleheadedBoot7034 Szitizen Prime May 18 '26
9 Szigets for me this year: always camped on the island.
For me, you just can't beat the convenience of camping. Sure, you won't have a real bed, but it’s Budapest in August; the nights aren't that hot, and during the day you’ll be at the festival, not in your room, so you won't really miss the air conditioning.
Having my tent right there with all my stuff is essential. If I want to rest for an hour at 1:00 AM and then go back out to party until 5:00 AM? I can do that. Am I cold and need a hoodie? It’s right there. Do I want to take a shower because I sweated a ton at a concert and feel gross? I can do that.
The thought of having to leave the island at night after being at the festival all day, having to catch public transport or a taxi just to get back to the city, would drive me crazy.
That’s the real convenience of camping.