Get Your Festival Tent For Free With This Hack

Save money and the planet with this festival hack.

Tents are a fundamental part of festivals. It's your new home away from home for a few days, it will see you at your worst, and it will shelter you from the unpredictable British weather. And it will still be more supportive than your ex. Sigh.

But truth be told, tents are one of the biggest problems for festivals. With over 250,000 tents being left behind at UK festivals each year, it's not helping the planet too much. And with most of the tents that are left behind going into landfill, retailer Decathlon have launched an initiative to help combat littered tents.

Festival Tent Pledge

To tackle one of the biggest problems festivals face, Decathlon have brought back their 'Summer Festival Tent Pledge' this year to reward customers for not abandoning their tents at festivals.

Their campaign — No Tent Left Behind — enables customers to return any Decathlon-branded tents after using it (just make sure it's still in decent condition).

How does it work?

Step 1: Camp It Up

Grab any Decathlon-brand tent online or in-store between June 9 and Sept 14, 2025. Then go chase sunsets, festival vibes, or spontaneous sleepovers under the stars.

Step 2: Bring It Back (Yes, Really)

Once your summer's wrapped, just return your tent to any Decathlon store with your proof of purchase before September 14th.

Step 3: Get the Goods

If you're a Decathlon Member (it's free and fast to sign up), you'll get the full value back as a Decathlon gift card. No stress, your receipt's saved in the app too.

Step 4: Rinse & Repeat

Use that gift card to kit up for your next adventure. New gear, same energy.

For terms and conditions, and more information about the campaign, read here.

Not sure what to get? We got you.

Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned fest-head, choosing the right kit can feel like a mission. If you're not sure where to start, we've rounded up the top-selling Decathlon products that festival-goers are loving right now. From comfy sleep setups to waterproof lifesavers, check out our ultimate guide to Decathlon bestsellers and grab gear that's already got the student seal of approval.

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