Main Stage of Tomorrowland Festival Destroyed by Fire Days Before Opening

As Tomorrowland festival prepares to launch, a fire has destroyed its main stage in Boom, Belgium, although the event will proceed as planned despite the loss.

In a shocking turn of events, a fire has consumed the main stage of the Tomorrowland festival in Belgium, just two days ahead of its scheduled opening. The festival organizers confirmed the incident, stating, "Our beloved main stage has been severely damaged," while assuring the public that there were no injuries reported.

The origin of the fire, which erupted around 6:00 PM local time on Wednesday, is still under investigation. Eyewitness accounts described chaotic scenes as staff worked to complete preparations for the festival. One worker recounted the moment of the fire, stating, "We suddenly heard bangs and saw fire near the stage, a huge amount of fire. We were just putting the finishing touches on it."

Approximately 400,000 attendees are expected to honor their commitment to the festival over two weekends, featuring performances from prominent artists, including David Guetta, Lost Frequencies, and Swedish House Mafia. While the fire has prompted some nearby residents to evacuate and firefighters are working diligently to contain the flames to prevent further damage, the festival will unexpectedly continue without its central stage.

Organizers have pledged to find alternative solutions for the festival weekend, announcing that the campsite will open as planned on Thursday. They remain hopeful that the festival's spirit will continue resiliently, despite the significant challenge posed by the destruction of its main stage.