Tomorrowland main stage severely damaged just a day before the festival opens

Just one day before tens of thousands of electronic dance music fans were set to descend on Boom, Belgium, a massive fire tore through Tomorrowland's iconic main stage on Wednesday, causing severe damage and casting a shadow over the highly anticipated festival.

Organisers confirmed that, fortunately, no one was injured in the blaze, which broke out near Antwerp and quickly spread to nearby woodland. Dramatic images circulated on local media and social platforms showed towering flames and thick black smoke engulfing the stage structure.


In an official update, the Tomorrowland team stated, “Due to a serious incident and fire on the Tomorrowland Mainstage, our beloved Mainstage has been severely damaged. We can confirm that no one was injured during the incident.” They added that efforts are underway to ensure the festival proceeds as planned over the next two weekends.

With approximately 100,000 attendees expected and many already en route or preparing to camp onsite, organisers assured that DreamVille, the festival’s campsite, would open on schedule on Thursday. The main event kicks off Friday, featuring global heavyweights like David Guetta, Armin Van Buuren, Charlotte de Witte, and Lost Frequencies. Performances were originally divided between the now-destroyed main stage and the Freedom Stage. Several hundred firefighters worked to contain the blaze, while local authorities, including Antwerp prosecutors, have launched an investigation. Early signs point to an accidental cause.

All about Tomorrowland

Tomorrowland is one of the world’s biggest and most iconic electronic dance music festivals. Every year, it draws over 400,000 fans to the small Belgian town of Boom. The festival is one-of-a-kind and is known for its fantastical stage designs, immersive experiences, and powerhouse lineups featuring artists like David Guetta, Armin Van Buuren, and Charlotte de Witte. The festival has grown into a global phenomenon since its launch in 2005. Spanning two weekends in July, Tomorrowland transforms the town into a musical wonderland, with attendees from over 200 countries camping at the vibrant DreamVille grounds.

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