A spacious tent with integrated fans, easy setup, and a great look: This is the FestPro Siesta4 Disco tent. And I’m never going back.
Over the years, I’ve attended lots of camping events, mostly music festivals. I’ve typically used backpacking tents, which are ultra-light and ultra-small, to keep my gear to a minimum. But now, as an elder raver, I’ve become more interested in comfort and not adding a ton of bulk to my camping experience.
I was very excited when I learned about the FestPro Siesta4 Disco tent because it seemed like the perfect cross-section of comfort, convenience, and flair. Considering the origins of the FestPro founders, this made perfect sense. So when I got the chance to try this tent, I planned to take it to Love Burn in Miami.
When the FestPro tent arrived, I was immediately surprised by the compact packaging. The actual tent is effectively double the size of my latest backpacking tent when in use. In the bag, though, it was only about 25% larger. The FestPro is notably heavier, but that makes sense considering the more substantial material and addition of electric fans.
Unboxing the tent for the first time was a joy, and initial setup was a breeze.
My last three tents were all variations on the same design, so I never needed to refer to the instructions when setting up the newest one. My biggest fear with the FestPro was that I wouldn’t understand the setup, or that the instructions would be unclear.
My concerns were swiftly allayed. It took less than 15 minutes from unpacking the tent for my fears to melt away and give way to joy. The instructions were clear and simple. The basic setup is intuitive enough that once I knew which poles served which purposes. I could complete it without referring to the instructions.
FestPro tents come with the footprint attached, and they are designed not to need a separate rainfly. Both of these features make setup and breakdown so much simpler. The separate rainfly in particular often adds lots of setup complexity, and one more item to care for after each use.
The only challenge during the setup was the installation of the included fans. The instructions for the fan installation are thorough but not as intuitive as the rest of the setup. That said, this is a novel feature that works well, so what little challenge came with setting these up was worth it. The fans run off any USB power block (not included) and have a pretty low draw that should allow multiple days of use from all but the smallest batteries.
Once the FestPro Siesta4 Disco setup was complete, I marveled at its roominess.
The spaciousness of a tent is very subjective and often based on what type you’ve used before. Having never used a tent where I could stand up inside, the Siesta4 felt cavernous. I’m 5’-10” tall and I couldn’t fully stand up, but there was more than enough room for me to stand when changing clothes — a luxury I’d never experienced before.
The next thing I noted about spaciousness were the two vestibules. I was able to store two 27-gallon yellow top bins in one, with room to spare, which was such a luxury. These are the bins that Burners typically use to transport gear to and from the playa. And while they are waterproof and can stay outdoors, keeping them in the vestibule meant that I didn’t need to worry about ponds of water gathering on the lids if it rained. It also meant my gear wasn’t in the beaming sun toasting to a crisp all day. Finally, it allowed me to access the bins from both inside and outside the tent.
I set up the second vestibule as my entrance and exit, with doormats, a small camping chair for putting on footwear, and space to store my shoes outside the tent. Inside the main cabin of the tent, the 8’ x 8’ square space was perfect for me to put my camping cot and all the gear that I wanted close by. And if you were sharing this tent, there’s more than enough space to accommodate two occupants with a full-sized air mattress very comfortably.
One of the most impressive things about this tent was its simple effectiveness.
Once I was using the tent, I was taken aback by its small details. Top of this list: the zippers. The door flap zippers were smooth as silk; they never got stuck, nor did I ever have to pull the tent taut to get the zippers to move. One-handed operation is clutch! Other small details are the eight storage pouches along the inside of the tent and the external air flaps that allow proper ventilation without letting water in when it rains.
To be fair, for the first time in four years, there was virtually no precipitation at the 2025 edition of Love Burn. This means I can’t tell you from personal experience how the tent performed in the rain. I nonetheless have enough experience with various tent designs and materials. This one seems highly likely to ride out any storm you throw at it.
These details — plus the reflective coating, integrated fans, and blackout material — make any time spent in the tent a pleasant experience. On cold nights, it captured my body heat nicely. On hot days, the integrated fans made all the difference. Either way, I was always comfortable.
All of this and a visual presentation that turns heads, too!
When choosing a tent, I’m always going to pick function over fashion. But why not have both? The Siesta4 is already a headturner with its reflective silver coating. Anyone familiar with a Shiftpod might think this is some new model. Yet the FestPro Siesta4 is lighter weight with an entirely different configuration. And that’s what makes it stand out. Add to this the Disco option where the silver coating becomes opalescent, and I can assure you that passersby will be checking you out.
Aside from the fan installation challenges, my only criticism is the layout of the door flaps. There are two layers, so you can open the door and leave the mesh window closed for ventilation. One layer opens completely, and the other has two halves. When reaching for the zippers, you can open the door and window together for egress, or the door alone for ventilation. But it isn’t obvious which is which, and I often made the wrong choice.
All in all, the FestPro Siesta4 tent was a game changer for me, and I give it high marks. It’s absolutely worth the price!
