Way Out West Offers Tickets for Organ Donors

Sweden’s Way Out West festival, taking place August 7-9, 2025 in Gothenburg, is offering a limited number of free three-day passes via a lottery to Swedish residents over 18 who sign up for the national organ donation registry. This 'Kidney Pass' initiative references the phrase ‘I’d give a kidney for a ticket’ and aims to combat a recent 30% drop in organ donor registrations. Winners receive wristbands reading 'I gave a kidney for this,' symbolizing their pledge to donate organs after death, though participants can change their preferences at any time. The festival is renowned for creative campaigns, including last year's IVF music experiment. The 2025 lineup features Charli XCX, Chappell Roan, Pet Shop Boys, Iggy Pop, and more. Organizers highlight the life-saving potential of the campaign.