Starting Friday, Tomorrowland will welcome an expected 400,000 attendees for two weekends, even as reports of a somber atmosphere fill the air. Thousands of festival-goers have already settled into the Dreamville campsite nearby, preparing for a celebration despite the recent tragedy.
Despite nobody being harmed in the blaze, which created dramatic scenes with thick smoke filling the sky, efforts to determine the cause are still ongoing. Tomorrowland’s spokesperson, Debby Wilmsen, expressed optimism at a press conference while stating they would like to have a “nice, new stage” ready for festival-goers.
“We hope to deliver the Tomorrowland experience that everyone expects,” she said. Organizers have also discussed creating a contingency plan, which will see performances moved to the Gathering Stage if the new main stage isn't finished in time.
Festival attendees like London’s Bradley Cooper-Barnard remain steadfast, determined to enjoy their experience despite the unusual circumstances. “There’s a bit of a somber feeling around, but we're here to have a good time,” he shared, emphasizing the festival’s resilient spirit.
The fire, which broke out around 6 PM local time, evoked an "apocalyptic scene," described by an anonymous worker on site. Although significant resources were deployed—including a police helicopter for aerial firefighting—the scene was lost within approximately thirty minutes, highlighting the urgency of repairs needed before the festival begins.
Founded in 2005, Tomorrowland has grown to be the largest electronic dance music festival globally, drawing fans from every corner of the globe. Local residents were briefly evacuated while firefighters battled the flames, ensuring safety amid the chaos. As meetings continue with safety officials and local government to discuss plans, anticipation remains high among festival attendees ready to celebrate regardless of challenges.
Despite nobody being harmed in the blaze, which created dramatic scenes with thick smoke filling the sky, efforts to determine the cause are still ongoing. Tomorrowland’s spokesperson, Debby Wilmsen, expressed optimism at a press conference while stating they would like to have a “nice, new stage” ready for festival-goers.
“We hope to deliver the Tomorrowland experience that everyone expects,” she said. Organizers have also discussed creating a contingency plan, which will see performances moved to the Gathering Stage if the new main stage isn't finished in time.
Festival attendees like London’s Bradley Cooper-Barnard remain steadfast, determined to enjoy their experience despite the unusual circumstances. “There’s a bit of a somber feeling around, but we're here to have a good time,” he shared, emphasizing the festival’s resilient spirit.
The fire, which broke out around 6 PM local time, evoked an "apocalyptic scene," described by an anonymous worker on site. Although significant resources were deployed—including a police helicopter for aerial firefighting—the scene was lost within approximately thirty minutes, highlighting the urgency of repairs needed before the festival begins.
Founded in 2005, Tomorrowland has grown to be the largest electronic dance music festival globally, drawing fans from every corner of the globe. Local residents were briefly evacuated while firefighters battled the flames, ensuring safety amid the chaos. As meetings continue with safety officials and local government to discuss plans, anticipation remains high among festival attendees ready to celebrate regardless of challenges.
