After a fire devastated Tomorrowland's main stage just days before the festival, organisers are working tirelessly to create a new platform and ensure safety for attendees.
**Tomorrowland to Construct New Stage After Fire Destroys Original Ahead of Festival**
**Tomorrowland to Construct New Stage After Fire Destroys Original Ahead of Festival**
Organisers aim to replace the main stage by festival opening, with contingency plans in place.
The Tomorrowland music festival in Boom, Belgium, is facing unexpected challenges as planners prepare to construct a new main stage following a fire that consumed the original late Wednesday. With the festival's kickoff slated for this Friday, festival coordinators have confirmed they will proceed with the celebration, albeit with a delayed start and potential plans for reduced capacity if the new stage is not completed in time.
The incident occurred just as many festival-goers were arriving, with approximately 400,000 participants expected over two weekends. Attendees have begun setting up at the Dreamville campsite and are awaiting updates amid a mixed atmosphere of excitement and anxiety. A local resident, Bradley Cooper-Barnard, who has attended the festival multiple times, expressed a notable change in the ambiance as everyone adjusts to the unforeseen circumstances. He described the scene as calm, with prior celebrations feeling more vibrant and lively.
Fortunately, there were no injuries reported from the fire, which is now under investigation by experts. Spokeswoman Debby Wilmsen reassured fans that a new stage could ideally be functional by the time the festival commences or, barring that, all artists set to perform on the main stage would shift to other venues, specifically the Gathering Stage on-site at Dreamville. Festival-goers camping at Dreamville might not access the larger grounds depending on the situation.
The fire began around 6 PM local time, creating a harrowing scene as onlookers filmed thick plumes of smoke engulfing the area. Firefighters took extensive measures, including utilizing a police helicopter to douse the flames, and local residents were temporarily evacuated for safety reasons. One worker recounted the chaos, describing the destruction as swift and total, with only half an hour needed to obliterate four weeks of work.
Tomorrowland, launched in 2005, has risen to become the largest electronic dance festival globally, revered for its vibrant music and immersive experiences that attract fans from every corner of the earth. While setbacks may slow the event, the resilience of the Tomorrowland spirit continues to shine through as organisers and fans rally to adapt to the obstacles ahead.
The incident occurred just as many festival-goers were arriving, with approximately 400,000 participants expected over two weekends. Attendees have begun setting up at the Dreamville campsite and are awaiting updates amid a mixed atmosphere of excitement and anxiety. A local resident, Bradley Cooper-Barnard, who has attended the festival multiple times, expressed a notable change in the ambiance as everyone adjusts to the unforeseen circumstances. He described the scene as calm, with prior celebrations feeling more vibrant and lively.
Fortunately, there were no injuries reported from the fire, which is now under investigation by experts. Spokeswoman Debby Wilmsen reassured fans that a new stage could ideally be functional by the time the festival commences or, barring that, all artists set to perform on the main stage would shift to other venues, specifically the Gathering Stage on-site at Dreamville. Festival-goers camping at Dreamville might not access the larger grounds depending on the situation.
The fire began around 6 PM local time, creating a harrowing scene as onlookers filmed thick plumes of smoke engulfing the area. Firefighters took extensive measures, including utilizing a police helicopter to douse the flames, and local residents were temporarily evacuated for safety reasons. One worker recounted the chaos, describing the destruction as swift and total, with only half an hour needed to obliterate four weeks of work.
Tomorrowland, launched in 2005, has risen to become the largest electronic dance festival globally, revered for its vibrant music and immersive experiences that attract fans from every corner of the earth. While setbacks may slow the event, the resilience of the Tomorrowland spirit continues to shine through as organisers and fans rally to adapt to the obstacles ahead.
