The Urinal Revolution: How Festivals Are Redefining Outdoor Restrooms

Attending festivals is, without a doubt, an enjoyable and exciting experience. The music, the atmosphere, the shared camaraderie – it’s all part of what makes these events so special. However, there’s one aspect that often casts a shadow over the otherwise exhilarating experience: the bathroom situation. For years, festival-goers, especially women, have faced daunting queues, questionable hygiene, and a general lack of privacy when nature calls. But what if we told you that a quiet revolution is underway, transforming the way we "go" at outdoor events? Welcome to the era of the "urinal festival" – not a specific event, but a widespread movement towards innovative, inclusive, and sustainable outdoor urination solutions.

The Festival Bathroom Dilemma: A Universal Challenge

The problem with festival bathrooms is a tale as old as time. Anyone who has spent a day (or several) at a large outdoor event can attest to the frustrations. I was at a festival in 2018, and around this time, I was still able to use urinals if I was a few urinals away from someone else, but the problem was manifesting. Even for men, traditional urinal setups could be awkward or poorly maintained. But for women, the situation was often dire, leading to disproportionately long queues and uncomfortable experiences.

Long Queues and Lost Time

The most visible symptom of the festival bathroom problem is the infamous queue. Women often spend significant portions of their festival time waiting in line for a portable toilet, missing out on performances, food, and fun. This isn't just an inconvenience; it's a fundamental inequality that impacts the overall festival experience.

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Hygiene and Privacy Concerns

Beyond the wait, the conditions inside traditional portable toilets can be less than ideal. Hygiene is a major concern, and the lack of privacy can be unsettling. While many festivals do their best to maintain facilities, the sheer volume of users often makes it an uphill battle. The thought of stepping into a cramped, unhygienic space can be enough to make some people "hold it" for far too long, leading to discomfort and potential health issues.

The Hidden Problem

Interestingly, even where urinals for men exist, their placement can be an issue. A big problem I have seen at the festivals in the USA that do have urinals is that they hide them so well that many people probably don't even know they are there. In Europe, they are basically out in the open, making them more accessible and reducing pressure on traditional stalls. This highlights a broader issue of design and visibility in outdoor restroom solutions.

The Rise of the Female Urinal: A Game-Changer for 'Pee Equality'

Thankfully, innovators and entrepreneurs have recognized these challenges and are stepping up with brilliant solutions. The most significant development in recent years has been the widespread adoption and innovation in female urinals. These designs are not just about convenience; they're about fighting for gender equality and ensuring everyone has a quick, safe, and hygienic way to relieve themselves.

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Innovative Designs Leading the Way

From female urinals for festivals to pissoirs on the streets of Paris, here are some of the freshest outdoor urinal designs that are making a real difference:

• Lapee: The Bright Pink Pioneer
  Lapee is a female urinal created especially for festivals and outdoor events, and it’s a bright shade of pink – making it hard to miss! This distinctive design is not just for aesthetics; it's built for purpose. Lapee is the urinal for women and gender non-conforming people who squat to pee. It allows users to pee quickly, safely, and hygienically at events and in public spaces. Hot pink potties popped up at the Roskilde Music Festival in Denmark that allow ladies to relieve themselves three at a time, showcasing its efficiency. LaPee bills itself as a female urinal for large events and venues. It’s a pink potty with not a lot of privacy, but when you’re in an emergency, who gives a flip. Crucially, the urinals are made of recycled — and recyclable — material, aligning with sustainable festival practices.
• Peequal: Flat-Packed for the Future
  Two University of Bristol graduates, Amber Probyn and Hazel McShane, have come up with a brilliant solution in their quest for 'pee equality'. They have designed the UK’s first portable female urinal set-up. Bristol startup Peequal provides flat-packed female urinals made from recycled ocean plastic and sugarcane biopolymer. These innovative units are designed to be inclusive, sustainable, and hygienic, offering a much-needed alternative to traditional toilets at pre-eminent music festivals.
• Pollee: Mobile and Danish-Designed
  Pollee is another mobile female urinal, designed by Nuala Collins, Christian Pagh, and Sara Nanna and produced by the Danish design bureau UIWE. It is specifically designed to be used at public events, further expanding the options for efficient and accessible female urination.
• MadamePee: Focusing on Ecology
  madamePee’s female urinals offer an ecological solution by significantly reducing water consumption. On a large scale, this can result in an impressive reduction in an event’s environmental footprint, proving that convenience and sustainability can go hand-in-hand.
• Gina Périer and Alexander Egebjerg's Design
  These designers have created an industrial-standard female toilet for festivals and outdoor events that allows people to pee sitting down quickly and safely, providing another ergonomic and hygienic option for festival-goers.

Beyond Convenience: The Push for Gender Equality

So, why should female urinals be the norm at every festival? There are three main reasons, and gender equality is at the forefront. Going to the toilet at festivals can be an unforgettable experience for all the wrong reasons. By providing accessible, efficient, and hygienic female urinals, festivals are taking a significant step towards balancing the scales. It’s about ensuring that women and gender non-conforming people who squat to pee have the same quick and easy access to facilities as men, allowing everyone to fully enjoy the event without unnecessary stress or discomfort.

Sustainable Solutions for a Greener Festival Experience

The urinal revolution isn't just about speed and equality; it's also deeply rooted in sustainability. Many of these new designs are built with the environment in mind, offering greener alternatives to traditional portable toilets.

• Waterless Designs: Peefence is a waterless urinal which is easily installed at outdoor events and allows you to promote your message through a pee-free experience. This sustainable supplement to the portaloo festival toilet significantly reduces water usage, a critical factor for large events.
• Recycled and Recyclable Materials: As seen with Lapee and Peequal, many of these innovative urinals are made from recycled and recyclable materials, such as recycled ocean plastic and sugarcane biopolymer. This reduces waste and promotes a circular economy within the festival industry.
• Reduced Water Consumption: MadamePee’s female urinals explicitly highlight their ecological solution through significantly reducing water consumption, a benefit that extends to other waterless or low-water designs.

These sustainable practices are vital as festivals strive to minimize their environmental impact, offering a more responsible and eco-friendly way to manage human waste.

The Future of Festival Facilities: Inclusivity and Innovation

The emergence of female urinals and other innovative outdoor restroom solutions signals a positive shift in how festivals approach attendee comfort and well-being. This movement towards 'pee equality' and sustainable practices is transforming a once-dreaded necessity into an area of thoughtful design and social progress. As more festivals adopt these solutions, the overall experience for everyone will undoubtedly improve, allowing attendees to focus on the music, the art, and the community, rather than the bathroom queue.

The future of festival facilities looks brighter, more inclusive, and significantly more hygienic. It's a testament to human ingenuity solving a very human problem, proving that even the most mundane aspects of an event can be revolutionized for the better.

Final Summary: The "urinal festival" movement is redefining outdoor restrooms by addressing long-standing issues of queues, hygiene, and inequality at events. Innovations like Lapee, Peequal, Pollee, and MadamePee offer quick, hygienic, and sustainable female urinal solutions, promoting 'pee equality' and reducing environmental impact through waterless designs and recycled materials. This revolution is transforming festival experiences, making them more inclusive and enjoyable for all attendees.