Glastonbury Festival Kicks Off with Heavyweight Lineup and Rainy Forecast

Glastonbury Festival, one of the world's largest open-air music festivals, began on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, in Glastonbury, England.

Tens of thousands of music fans arrived at Worthy Farm to attend the festival, which features a lineup of popular artists including Elton John, Guns N' Roses, and the Arctic Monkeys.

Fans were seen wearing sun hats and carrying camping gear, and many were prepared for the possibility of muddy fields due to heavy showers.

Despite the rain, fans were excited for the week of music ahead, with many citing Elton John's last ever UK performance as a highlight.

The festival, founded by Michael Eavis 53 years ago, typically sells out quickly due to its strong lineups, with tickets for the 2023 edition selling out in one hour and the re-sale tickets taking just six minutes.