Glastonbury 2024: The UK's Iconic Festival gets underway, With a redesigned Arcadia stage
Glastonbury 2024, the UK's largest and most iconic festival, has officially begun its five-day celebration in Somerset. Known for its eclectic mix of music, art, and culture, this year's festival promises to be an unforgettable experience, especially for dance music enthusiasts. With over 3,000 stages and bars spread across a site the size of a city, attendees are in for an immersive adventure filled with non-stop entertainment and world-class performances.
A highlight of this year's festival is the newly redesigned Arcadia stage, now known as 'The Dragonfly'. This spectacular stage is set to feature some of the biggest names in dance music, including Fat Boy Slim, Andy C, Amelie Lens, and Sarah Story. 'The Dragonfly' design is expected to bring an innovative visual and auditory experience, merging state-of-the-art technology with the performers' dynamic energy to craft an electrifying atmosphere for Glasto goers.
The Arcadia stage is set for a new look for 2024, known as The Dragonfly.
For those seeking a more underground vibe, the NYC Downlow area is making a grand return with the brutalist giant and outdoor dance arena, Genosys. Alongside this, legendary venues like The NYC Downlow, The Meat Rack, and IICON promise an authentic and raw dance music experience. And for those who love a bit of mystery, the Secret Rabbit Hole awaits. Keep an eye out for Alice in Wonderland-themed clues like white rabbits and teapots, and join the queue for what could be one of the festival's hidden gems.
This year’s lineup is stacked with dance music heavyweights. Acts such as Disclosure, James Blake, Faithless, Peggy Gou, Carl Cox, Jamie Jones, CamelPhat, and many more are set to deliver unforgettable performances across the festival. With such an array of talent, Glastonbury 2024 is shaping up to be a dance music lover's paradise, offering something for everyone, from hardcore ravers to casual fans. Whether it's the pulsating beats at Arcadia, the mind-bending experiences at Shangri-La, the raw energy at NYC Downlow, or the whimsical surprises of the Secret Rabbit Hole, this year’s festival is set to be a celebration of dance music in all its forms.
Tickets for Glastonbury 2024 have completely sold out, meaning the site is expected to see 200,000+ music fans over the course of 5 days.
