What is a wristband?

You’re probably aware of what a physical wristband is, but you may not be aware of all the things a wristband can do for your event.

Event wristbands come in a huge variety of materials, from woven fabrics to waterproof paper and many other options.

Wristbands can have added technology, such as RFID or additional security features, to make your wristbands extra unique and secure. Wristbands are ideal for such a huge range of events, and we’re here to tell you why you need them for yours! In this article, we outline 5 benefits of wristbands for events.

5 Benefits of wristbands for events

1-Enhanced Crowd Control

Anyone who has been to a festival, concert or even a local nightclub, knows how hectic the entrances can get, especially with people trying to get into other areas or get in, in a rush. Security wristbands allow easy identification of people, by using different colours and designs for designated areas and a quick glance from security, as opposed to reading through tickets. Those already checked, over 21 or with access to that area, can be easily identified and allowed in. Those without can be easily identified and redirected by security.

Additional security features such as neon weaves, RFID cards and many other features can be added to differentiate your guests further and make it impossible to replicate event entry wristbands. This not only avoids people sneaking into your event unnoticed, but also creates fun and memorable designs that people will want to keep as a keepsake from your event!

2- Display Your Branding and raise awareness Branding

Having your own branding on event wristbands, not only ensures they are secure, but also offers free advertising for your event when people keep hold of their wristband, post-event. Most people like to keep some form of souvenir after attending an event, why not make it one of your own custom wristbands?

By making your designs fun and memorable, people will keep hold of their accreditation, show their friends, or possibly even continue to wear as a fashion statement. This is incredible free marketing, and will make people return to your event, with their friends, year after year!

Wristbands are also a very effective tool for raising awareness about various causes and health conditions - perfect for charity events! By wearing wristbands with specific messages or symbols, attendees visibly show support, spark conversations, and increase public awareness. 

Wristbands serve as lasting reminders of the cause long after the event is finished. Customised wristbands can feature educational information, website URLs, or QR codes, directing people to resources for further learning. This simple accessory promotes solidarity and amplifies the impact of awareness initiatives.

3- Quickly Distinguish between ticketholders

As mentioned, the time saved by quickly identifying a wristband colour to differentiate between different ticketholders, age groups and attendees can make a huge difference to your event organisation. Keep your guests happy by drastically reducing queue times, as security don’t have to wait for people to open tickets on phones or apps, or manually read through the ticket itself. Because queues are shorter, access points can be reduced, making your venue more secure and guests are kept happier as they can quickly and easily flow in and out of the venue or between areas. All in all, wristbands are essential if you want to reduce wasted time at your next event!

4- Reduce Waste and enhance sustainability

Use wristbands to avoid wasted materials – by using tickets, attendees often need to print them out, which over multiple days, can cause a lot of wasted material. Have different, colour coded wristbands, and avoid unnecessary waste.  

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3-Cashless Events with RFID

Want to really impress your attendees? Why not use RFID technology in your wristband? Using RFID can make the event more secure for you and your attendees; the technology is almost limitless. Pre-top-up your RFID chip in your wristband for a cashless, secure event. Parents can ensure their child has plenty of funds for the event, attendees can budget and track exactly what they spend, organisers can restrict access to select VIPs through the tap of a wristband and so many more possibilities!

RFID is definitely the future of events, why not get ahead now?

Want to find out more about RFID? Check out our RFID Blog post here!

Bonus: Medical alerts and safety 

Wristbands can play a crucial role in medical alerts and safety at events. These wristbands, often customised with medical information, provide immediate access to vital health details for emergency responders, ensuring prompt and accurate treatment.

For attendees with allergies, chronic conditions, or other health concerns, wristbands can display critical information such as allergy warnings, emergency contact numbers, and specific medical conditions. This instant identification helps reduce response time during emergencies, minimises the risk of medical errors, and enhances overall event safety. Moreover, wristbands can be colour-coded or embedded with RFID technology to further streamline access control and monitor attendees' health status, contributing to a secure and well-managed event environment.

Overall, it’s clear that wristbands are going to improve your event for both you, and your attendees. From fashion statements to contactless access control, the possibilities are endless. We’re the experts in all thing’s wristbands, so get in touch for help with all things event accreditation!