Overview & Dates

Glastonbury Festival is the United Kingdom’s largest open-air music and performing-arts festival. In 2025 it was scheduled across five days at Worthy Farm, Pilton — running from Wednesday, 25 June to Sunday, 29 June 2025. This edition featured multiple headline sets across the Pyramid Stage and other major stages, with thousands of performances across dozens of stages and areas. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Line-up & Schedule Highlights (2025)

The full Glastonbury 2025 line-up — with set times — was published on the official site and includes over 3,000 performances across dozens of stages. The festival traditionally announces headline acts months in advance and releases full set times closer to the event so visitors can build daily schedules. For 2025, confirmed Pyramid Stage headliners included The 1975, Neil Young and Olivia Rodrigo, with Sir Rod Stewart appearing in the traditional Sunday “Legends” slot. Thefestival also offered major names across the Other Stage, West Holts, Park Stage and numerous areas. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

How the daily schedule is structured

Glastonbury programmes daytime, twilight and late evening sets. A typical festival day looks like:

• Morning & early afternoon: family stages, acoustic sets, theatre and spoken word.
• Afternoon: established bands, rising acts and specialist stages (folk, world, dance).
• Late afternoon / early evening: big attractions, larger indie/rock/hip-hop sets.
• Headliner slots: major headline acts play late evening on the Pyramid Stage or Other Stage.
• Late night: DJ sets, dance tents and after-hours programming.

Representative 2025 Pyramid Stage schedule (high level)

Below is a condensed, representative summary of headline slots across the main days (times are illustrative and based on the official published set times for the 2025 festival weekend):

For the full stage-by-stage schedule and exact set times consult the festival’s official line-up page and the published “full line-up with set times” announcement. The organisers also issued an official festival app to let attendees plan their personal line-ups. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Tickets: How Sales & Resale Work

Glastonbury ticket sales are handled centrally through the festival’s nominated ticket agency (See Tickets). The festival operates a staged sale process:

• General sale: Primary allocation released (often in the autumn prior to the festival).
• Coach packages & hospitality: These are sold separately through approved providers and often include travel and camping options.
• Resale: A spring resale of returned, cancelled or unused tickets is held — this is the only official second-hand route and is run via the festival’s ticketing partner. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

2025 ticket status (official)

According to the festival’s ticket FAQ, tickets for Glastonbury 2025 were sold out following the main sales; however, a resale of any returned or cancelled tickets was scheduled for spring 2025. Always rely on the official Glastonbury website or See Tickets resale page for accurate and current availability. Do not purchase from unauthorised resellers — tickets purchased outside the official channels risk being voided at the gate. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

How to Buy: Practical Steps & Tips

Whether you try in the main sale, resale or purchase coach packages, these practical steps increase your odds of success:

1. Register & set up in advance

Create an account with See Tickets (the nominated ticketing agency) ahead of sales. Have your payment and personal details ready (including ID for the named ticket) — Glastonbury assigns tickets to named individuals and identity checks at entry are commonplace. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

2. Know the sale types

• General sale: standard ticket release (often sells out fast).
• Coach packages: bus or coach packages are often held in separate allocations and can be easier to secure.
• Resale: spring timing — the only official second-hand route.

3. Use multiple devices & a reliable connection

On resale days, traffic spikes. Use multiple browsers/devices (but avoid automated bots), and ensure stable internet. Keep the See Tickets page open and follow verified @glastonbury and See Tickets announcements — they publish precise resale timelines. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

4. Beware of scams

Only buy through official channels (Glastonbury festivals site, See Tickets, or officially listed coach/holiday partners). Unauthorised resales on social platforms carry high risk: tickets may be invalidated on entry. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

5. If successful — link ticket to photo ID

Glastonbury requires named tickets. When you buy, check the exact ticketing policy: you may need to upload a photo for the named ticket holder (this varies by year and the ticket provider’s process). Failure to follow the festival’s ID rules can result in refusal of entry. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

Travel, Parking & Coach Packages

Getting to Worthy Farm requires pre-planning. Options include driving, coach packages, trains + shuttle, and flights into nearby airports. Coach packages often include festival entry and are sold via approved partners — they typically allocate thousands of tickets. Historically, coach packages can provide a decent alternative if the main sale is sold out. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}

Driving & Parking

Glastonbury offers limited parking passes (public car parking and specific parking areas). In 2025 some parking passes were sold and certain on-site parking options can sell out early. Note: car parking may have a separate charge on arrival (e.g. cash-only locations in past years) — check the official ticket page for the year you attend. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

Train & Shuttle

Nearest major rail links: Castle Cary (for shuttle), Bristol and Taunton with coach transfers. Many attendees use a combination of train + coach shuttle or coach packages booked in advance.

Camping, What to Bring & On-Site Tips

Glastonbury’s camping experience is legendary. Read the festival’s official “what to bring” pages and respect the site rules. Key tips:

• Bring waterproofs & layers: British weather is unpredictable.
• Drying & shelter: tarps and lightweight groundsheet help if the field is wet.
• Kit checklist: tent, sleeping mat, warm sleeping bag, torch/headlamp, refillable water bottle, portable charger, basic first aid, earplugs.
• Respect the land: Glastonbury strongly supports sustainability and charity partners — use recycling points and follow steward guidance.

The festival publishes detailed information on camping areas (e.g., general camping, families, quiet camping, accessible camping) and rules on generators, BBQs, and FAQs — always follow the official guidance for the year you attend. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}

Sample Single-Day Plan: Making the Most of a Day at Glastonbury

If you only have one day at Glastonbury (e.g., arriving for Friday/Saturday/Sunday) here’s a practical plan to maximise experience:

1. Morning: Arrive early, set up camp or drop bags in a left-luggage/pack area. Check the festival map and app for stage timings.
2. Midday: Explore smaller stages & food areas; catch an early afternoon acoustic set or theatre performance.
3. Afternoon: Position yourself for afternoon headliners or explore art installations and the Green Fields.
4. Evening: Watch the Pyramid Stage headliner. Leave a little time to navigate between stages — crowds are large.
5. Late night: Visit the dance tents or late-night fields for DJ sets and parties.

FAQ

Are there day tickets?

No — Glastonbury traditionally sells full-festival tickets only (no single day tickets for the general public). Always check the official pages for exception announcements. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}

Can I buy tickets on resale?

Yes — the official resale is the only legitimate source for returned/cancelled tickets. The festival and See Tickets announce the resale dates and process on their websites. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}

What if the festival says ‘sold out’?

If the original sale is sold out, your options are: wait for the official resale, purchase coach packages if still available, or use officially listed hospitality/partner packages. Avoid third-party marketplaces. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}

Conclusion & Official Resources

Glastonbury remains one of the world’s most important cultural gatherings — a mixture of headline performances, discovery acts, art, theatre and grassroots culture. Planning is key: know the official sale channels, understand the schedule format, and come prepared for weather and crowds.

Official resources (always your primary reference):

• Glastonbury Festival — Official site. (Dates, news, full line-up, Info pages). :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
• Full line-up & set times. (Official published schedule & timings). :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}
• See Tickets — Glastonbury ticket pages & resale. (Official ticketing partner). :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}

Selected source citations: Official Glastonbury pages and See Tickets for ticketing information and line-up announcements. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}

Visit Official Glastonbury Site