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Whether you’re heading to a festival this year or not, festival hair is always the talk of the summer.
Once you’ve got your makeup looks decided, festival nails picked, and skincare essentials packed and ready to go, it’s time to focus on the hair. For short hair, long hair, freshly-washed, day-one hair, all the way up to greasy day four, we’ve got all the festival hair inspo you need this summer.
We’re giving you a backstage pass into all the greatest festival hair ideas of 2025, including simple and easy mini plaits, slick back ponies, a half up half down vibe, messy top knots, space bus, mermaid curls, and everything in between.
Scroll to for our fave festival hair styles…
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Space buns and hair clips are the ultiamte festival-ready hairstyle. This look from @zoelizgordon includes beachy waves for a boho twist.
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If you’ve got thicker hair, you need to recreat a big bubble plait look like this one from @hairbyrobynx.
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Brighten up your beachy waves with mutlicoloured hair bands, inspired by @hairbynikoreyes.
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If you love a high ponytail, this one is for you. With curly ends and mini braids, this style from @easilockshair is perfect for second and third day hair.
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Add a cosmic touch to your next festival hair style with this braided bun with stars from @isabellajanehairmakeup.
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This colourful look from @coilhairstudio has it all, combining two-toned blue extensions, effortless curls, and a half up-half down bubble braid.
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This curly, mini braid, flower clip style from @curlycamille needs to be on your radar this festival season.
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Cute accessories like mini flower clips are a must have when it comes to festival hair styles. Thanks for the inspo @curlywavypatty.
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In the mood for an up do this festival season? Look no further than this impressive bubble braid from @frejafoxstone.
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A textured ponytail like this one from @hairbybradleyleake is a low maintenance, high impact style that’s perfect for festival season.
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This floral, mini braids style from @heavenmarley is a super-cute and on-trend option.
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Upgrade your bubble braids this festival season with this multi-coloured elastic look from @nicholerayartistry.
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Simple but effective, this dutch braid from @taaylor_xox is perfect for long days in the sun.
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Try something a little different with your half up-half down do and opt for a twist. Thanks for the inspo @vanessa.amora.
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Combine mermaid waves with a half up-half down look do like @ameliajanehair and you’re ready to dance the weekend away.
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This slick back pony from @hairbyhamida is perfect for days 3 and 4. Who said a little oil could get in the way of a cute hairstyle?
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Braids and festivals go hand in hand. Pick a half up half down braid combo like @petra.huszka to keep your hair out of your face, while looking super cute.
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Textured mini braids, like these ones from @xtaramartin, are effortless and made for festivals.
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Add some fun to your festival hair look with coloured money pieces. Opt for pink like @etherealcolorr to give your look a feminine, vibrant twist.
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Channel serious coachella vibes with this look from cosmohairstylingbeverwijk, feautring a dreamy como of beach waves and braids.
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Hair clips instantly elevate any festival hair look. Try some cute star shapes like @shelly.camar to add some instant fun to your look.
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Complete your look with a headscarf, like this one from @issyquinnxo, for a super quick, easy, and festival-ready hairstyle.
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Giving us Ariana energy, we love this this slick half up-do by @lullabellzuk.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_text_separator title= »25. Pastel peach wavy bob »][vc_single_image image= »75839″ link= »url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautybay.com%2Fl%2Fhaircare%2F||target:%20_blank » onclick= »custom_link »][vc_column_text]Go all out this festival season with a whole new hair colour. We can’t get enough of all the pastels, including this stunning peach wavy bob by @pipsqueekinsaigon.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_text_separator title= »26. Bubble braid pigtails »][vc_single_image image= »75840″ link= »url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautybay.com%2Fl%2Fhaircare%2F||target:%20_blank » onclick= »custom_link »][vc_column_text]Bubble braids are the new French. Recreate this look from @roralovestrand to elevate your festival hair style. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_text_separator title= » 27. Gold detailing »][vc_single_image image= »75841″ link= »url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautybay.com%2Fl%2Fhaircare%2F||target:%20_blank » onclick= »custom_link »][vc_column_text]
We’re obsessed with the subtle dainty gold detailing on these braids by @stephstyleguide.
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Incorporating a pop of colour into your braided space buns like @thebraidmaid_ is sure to take your look up a notch.
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FYI: This article was previously published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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