Glastonbury Festival Opens Worthy Farm with Thousands Arriving

The 2025 Glastonbury Festival has officially opened at Worthy Farm in Pilton, Somerset, welcoming thousands of attendees amid forecasts of mixed sunshine and scattered showers throughout the week. Headlining acts include British band The 1975, veteran Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts, US pop star Olivia Rodrigo, and Sir Rod Stewart, who will perform in the prestigious Sunday legends slot alongside Faces guitarist Ronnie Wood. A notable controversy surrounds the Irish rap trio Kneecap, as one member, Liam Og O hAnnaidh (Mo Chara), faces terror-related charges for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag at a previous concert; their scheduled Saturday performance has drawn criticism from Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, who questioned the appropriateness and broadcasting of the act. Organizers have intentionally sold fewer tickets this year to manage crowd size and enhance festival experience, with Emily Eavis highlighting new green space themes at the Shangri-La music area. Festival-goers are advised to prepare for variable weather and follow public health guidance to stay safe during the five-day event.