This was very surprisingly sturdy!  I got it for a pride event, and it was extremely windy so I didn't expect it to last long, but it made it through two days and still works well.  The material is a bit thin if you are using it for sun protection, but with sunscreen it really made a difference.  It also folds up very small so it is perfect for festivals or travel.  As some people have noted, it doesn't automatically open, and because of the way it folds, children may need help with it, but I didn't find it complicated to open or close it.