Cashless payments are increasingly popular during festivals due to convenience, efficiency and security. Cashless payment options have evolved with the advancement of technology and are now widely used at many festivals worldwide. Let’s take a closer look at how cashless payments are changing the festival landscape.

One of the key advantages of cashless payments during festivals is their greater convenience. Long lines at food and merchandise stalls are common at festivals. However, with cashless payments, transactions can be processed much faster, reducing waiting times and making festival-goers enjoy the festivities more. Cashless payments also eliminate the need to carry cash, which can be risky in crowded environments prone to theft or loss.

Another significant advantage of cashless payments at festivals is better security. Cash transactions can be susceptible to theft, and tracking and recovering lost or stolen cash can be difficult. In contrast, cashless payments leave a digital footprint, making tracking and monitoring transactions easier and giving festival organisers better visibility into sales and revenue. This can help prevent fraud and increase overall security at festivals.

Gone are the days of carrying a wad of cash or worrying about losing your wallet during a festival. Cashless payment methods have become standard at many festivals. Festival-goers can now pay by touching their smartphones, cards or wristbands to designated payment terminals, making transactions quick and seamless.

The FESTICODES system benefits organisers, festival vendors, and festival participants.

Handling cash can be time-consuming and expensive, requiring additional cash counting, transportation and security resources.