Music festival bingo: instax™ edition
Festivals are chaos in the best way — loud, messy, magical. And whether it’s a renowned national extravaganza or a chilled local event, festivals are full of moments you’ll want to remember.
Between the headline acts and golden-hour selfies, there are also the accidental mosh pits, the friends you make at 2 am in the food van queue, and all that glitter that somehow follows you home.
Instead of letting those memories get lost in your camera roll, turn them into instant keepsakes with instax™ cameras and printers. Even better? Let’s gamify it with a round or two of festival bingo — the instax™ edition.
What even is festival bingo?
Festival bingo is exactly what it sounds like — a fun, low-effort way to turn your weekend into a game. Just make a bingo card filled with classic festival sights, then tick them off as they happen. The twist? You snap a photo each time you check a box. It’s part photo challenge, part memory maker — and way more fun than just scrolling through the same old selfies.
It’s the perfect way to remember those blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moments that only happen at festivals. After all, festival sites are one-of-a-kind microcosms where normal rules don’t apply. Outfits get bolder. Strangers become friends. And the most random moments end up being the most memorable — so capture them with instax™ instant cameras and printers.
Play it your way
To play music festival bingo, all you need to do is make classic bingo cards. Whether you’re going solo or with all your mates, whip up a grid featuring iconic festival moments. Hand-drawn or your finest digital creations, you decide.
Once you’re on-site, dish out the cards and some pens, and you’re good to go. You could play it so whoever gets a line of moments ticked off first — with photographic proof, of course — wins. Or you could go the whole hog and say that the winner needs a full house.
Bingo card energy: moments to capture
So, how do you choose what to add to your festival bingo cards? It’s got to be your festival in 25 squares. (Though you could do fewer or more squares depending on how ambitious you’re feeling).
Our suggestions? Here are some moments you have a high chance of spotting at any UK festival… but you can tweak the prompts to fit a particular festie vibe or aesthetic if you fancy.
- Successfully got the tent up
- Wellies (the brighter, the better)
- A late-night deep chat by the campfire
- Bucket hats everywhere
- Rain? What rain?
- A revitalising early-morning coffee
- Finale fireworks
- The infamous “loo queue”
- Your fave festival outfit
- The most delicious food van snack
- A “cheers” moment with iconic festival drinks
- An aesthetic tents-at-sunset shot
- In the mud but loving it
- The crowd goes wild for the headline act
- Uh-oh, someone forgot their SPF
- Selfie with a band member
- You and your besties in matching outfits
- Costume contest
- Sunrise (whether you’re up bright and early or haven’t gone to bed yet…)
- Joyful bubbles (there’s always a bubble machine somewhere)
- The crowd surfer
- Queuing at the bar
- Donning an emergency rain poncho
- Face paint artistry
- Dancing in the late-night DJ tent
Which instax™ cameras and printers are best for festival bingo?
With instax™, you can play festival bingo however best suits you. Whether you're all about snapping in the moment or printing your fave phone shots on the go, there's an instax™ camera or printer to match your festival energy.
Instant snaps with instax™ cameras
For those who want the instant snap-and-go vibe, the instax mini 12™ is a solid all-rounder. It’s lightweight, easy to use, and has a fun twist-and-go design. Plus, its selfie mode is ideal for those mid-crowd group shots. Find your perfect pastel shade, from blossom pink to mint green. Add a matching camera case to keep your instax mini 12™ protected from festival chaos (and look super cute).
If you want something with a little more retro edge, the instax mini 41™ brings that classic analogue look with fun, modern features — and it's super festival-bag friendly. Automatic exposure is perfect for an array of festival lighting conditions, and close-up mode means you can snap macro shots in all their glory, whether it’s your plate of cheesy chips or putting your glitter eye makeup in the spotlight.
Both the instax mini 12™ and instax mini 41™ cameras create credit-card-sized prints you can tuck in your phone case, gift to your besties, or display at home.
Alternatively, go for a timeless SQUARE design, with the instax SQ40™. Effortlessly chic and easy to use, this instant camera also features automatic exposure, selfie mode, and twist controls. Each SQUARE print displays a 46mm x 62mm pic.
Then there are our hybrid cameras: the instax mini Evo™ and instax WIDE Evo™. These cameras give you the best of both worlds — digital control with instant prints. Plus, you can play around with a whole host of lens and film effects to match the variety of festival vibes and lighting conditions. Soft tones for a sunset acoustic set? Bold colours for the Saturday headliner? You can switch up your style. The best part is, you can preview your shots, and just print your faves.
Curate your gallery with a smartphone printer
Love taking photos on your phone, but still want to print the best memories instantly? Our smartphone printers make it a breeze, so you can snap away in the moment, then print your best shots in the comfort of your tent. What better way to have some afternoon chill-out time before getting ready to head back to the hustle and bustle for the evening?
For mini prints, you can’t beat the instax mini Link 3™. Simply connect to your phone via Bluetooth (you will also need an internet connection, so bear this in mind if you’re at a rural festival). Then you can print your best pics straight from your camera roll — spot on for festival bingo when you’re trying to match a photo to a moment.
Want to go big? The instax Link WIDE™ phone printer lets you print larger, landscape-style shots that capture the full chaos of the crowd or your glitter-drenched squad. Plus, with our Link apps, you can customise your snaps before printing, too. Whether you have a mini printer, WIDE, or SQUARE, check out our guide for tips on editing your instax™ Link photos.
Make your snaps pop with festival vibe films
The instax™ film collection includes a whole host of designs to really bring your snaps to life. From classic white frames to sleek black surrounds that are oh-so-sophisticated, we have something for every aesthetic.
Festivals are all about creativity and self-expression. So let your instant film reflect the vibrancy and fun, too, with our bold patterns and eye-catching colour combos. Need some inspiration?
- instax™ Rainbow Film (available in mini and SQUARE): Bright gradient frames that scream good vibes only.
- instax™ Mermaid Tail Film (available in mini): Pastel shimmer with serious whimsical energy. Frame those glittery outfits, flower crowns, and ethereal dance moves.
- instax™ Spray Art Film (available in mini): Graffiti-inspired edges give your prints a bold, edgy look.
- instax™ Confetti (available in mini): Simply put, a party in a frame. What more could you want for festival bingo snaps?
- instax™ Brushed Metallics Film (available in WIDE): Sleek, shiny, and low-key iconic, this film pairs perfectly with dramatic skies, night sets, and your most aesthetic pics.
- instax™ Sunset Film (available in SQUARE): Soft, warm tones to help capture those chilled moments.
Real prints > digital dust
The best part about being at a festival is the chance to be in the moment. You can switch off from daily life, enjoy outdoor living (even if it’s not always the most glam), and listen to epic live music.
But when the glitter’s gone and the wellies are packed away, it’s nice to have something real to hold onto. Not just another pic lost in your camera roll. And playing festival bingo with an instant photo twist lets you focus on the little moments that often get overlooked. These little snapshots will take you straight back whenever you’re feeling the festival blues.
