Glastonbury Festival Starts
The world's most famous greenfield music and performing arts festival, held in Somerset, England, drawing over 200,000 attendees.
1 min read · Fact-checked · Updated for 2027
About Glastonbury Festival Starts
Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts is held on Worthy Farm in Pilton, Somerset, England. First organized by Michael Eavis in 1970, it has grown into the world's most iconic outdoor music festival. The festival features five days of music across over 100 stages, alongside theatre, circus, dance, and comedy. Iconic headliner performances include David Bowie (2000), Radiohead (1997, 2003), Beyoncé (2011), and Adele (2016). Glastonbury is famous for its muddy fields, a sense of community, and its commitment to social and environmental causes.
Read more on WikipediaWhen is Glastonbury Festival Starts?
Glastonbury Festival Starts is celebrated every year on June 24. Upcoming dates:
| Year | Date | Day of week | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glastonbury Festival Starts 2027 | June 24, 2027 | Thursday | View date → |
| Glastonbury Festival Starts 2028 | June 24, 2028 | Saturday🎉 weekend | View date → |
| Glastonbury Festival Starts 2029 | June 24, 2029 | Sunday🎉 weekend | View date → |
| Glastonbury Festival Starts 2030 | June 24, 2030 | Monday | View date → |
| Glastonbury Festival Starts 2031 | June 24, 2031 | Tuesday | View date → |
How to Celebrate Glastonbury Festival Starts
- 🎯Build a playlist for Glastonbury Festival Starts and share it.
- 💡Go hear live music — or make some yourself.
- 📣Tag your musical moment #GlastonburyFestivalStarts.
Official hashtag: #GlastonburyFestivalStarts
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Glastonbury Festival Starts 2027?
Glastonbury Festival Starts 2027 is on Thursday, June 24, 2027.
How many days until Glastonbury Festival Starts?
There are 346 days until Glastonbury Festival Starts (June 24, 2027).
What category is Glastonbury Festival Starts?
Glastonbury Festival Starts is categorized as a Music event.
Is Glastonbury Festival Starts a public holiday?
Glastonbury Festival Starts is an observance day, not typically a public holiday. Check your country's official calendar for local public holidays.
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