If you’ve ever been to The Long Road Festival, you’ll know it’s magic — three days of non-stop music, dancing until your feet ache, and singing so loud you’re guaranteed to lose your voice. And if it’s your first time? Get ready for the time of your life, an endless reel of slightly blurry crowd selfies, and memories that will outlast your bourbon hangover. 

But before you hit the fields, let’s get you prepped the Melbelle way:

Step 1: Dust off those trusty cowboy boots — or treat yourself to a shiny new pair.
Step 2: Grab your cowboy hat and wear it like the crown it is.
Step 3: Line up a killer playlist so you can sing along like you’ve been touring with the band.

We’ve got you covered on the outfit front with all the Western staples you’ll ever need. And to make sure you’re musically ready too, we’ve pulled together a playlist of our favourite tracks you can expect to hear echoing across the fields.