Washing Reusables On site at Events

Can’t decide if you should wash your reusable cups or food dishes on site?

If you’re running a festival, event or market in Australia or New Zealand, this guide is for you!

Designed for event organisers, bar staff and operations managers, this guide helps you:

  • Decide if on site washing is right for your event.

  • Compare different on site washing options.

  • Real example setups, staff, and costs.

  • Tips and set up for success.

We’ve been helping events, festivals and markets switch to reusable cups and food dishes since 2018.
Every year we get asked by event organisers:

Should I wash my reusable cups on site?

And how do I go about this: setup, equipment, costs, people?

After washing a few million cups ourselves, we’ve learnt a thing or two so created this guide for you!

Wash setup at WOMADelaide

Benefits of washing reusables on site at events and festivals.

  • Reduce costs as the same cups are reused throughout the event.

  • Reduce storage need.

  • Lower transport costs of cups to and from the event.

Save Money

Confidently Handle the Rush.

  • Manage spikes in drink sales by increasing cup washing when needed.

  • Visible wash stations increase patron support and cup returns.

  • Show real action towards your commitment to sustainability

  • Using volunteers lowers costs and supports inclusive access.

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