Getting to the Pyramid Stage by 5:45 PM requires a strategy. Think of it like planning a trip to the grocery store on a Saturday afternoon—you need a route, a snack, and a backup plan. Arrive by 4:30 PM at the latest. The field fills up faster than a kettle boiling when you’re hungover.
Pro tip: Bring a small blanket or a waterproof jacket to sit on. You can use it to claim your patch of grass while you go grab a questionable-but-life-saving festival cider. And for heaven’s sake, wear comfortable shoes. Your feet will thank you when you’re jumping to "360" and “Von Dutch” like your life depends on it.
What If You’re Tempted to Skip
I hear you. Maybe there’s a conflicting act you love. Or you’re tired. Or the portaloos are calling. But trust me: skipping Charli’s set is like ordering a salad at a barbecue. You’ll regret it while everyone else is having a glorious, messy time.
Charli xcx responds to critics of her Glastonbury 2026 performance
Her music hits different at a festival. It’s not just the songs; it’s the shared mania. You’ll be surrounded by thousands of strangers who all suddenly become your best mates for an hour. The bass rattles your ribs. The confetti (if any) sticks to your sweaty forehead. It’s a beautiful, fleeting chaos—the kind you’ll be telling your coworkers about on Monday morning.
