10 Unusual Facts About Download Festival
Download Festival is one of the UK’s biggest and most popular rock festivals, and it’s known for its incredible lineup, its party atmosphere, and its many unusual and unexpected moments. Here are 10 unusual facts about Download Festival that you may not know:
- In 2018, a man proposed to his girlfriend on stage during a performance by the band Steel Panther.
- The festival has a dedicated area for wrestling fans, featuring live matches and meet-and-greets with wrestlers.
- One year, a food truck called the “Deep Fried Pizza Van” was a hit with festival-goers. As the name suggests, they served deep-fried pizzas.
- In 2011, Ozzy Osbourne’s set was interrupted by a group of animal rights protesters. Ozzy responded by inviting them on stage and giving them a chance to speak.
- In 2013, actor Shia LaBeouf was arrested at the festival for public intoxication.
- The festival has a dedicated area for horror movie fans, including screenings of classic and contemporary horror films.
- In 2016, a group of festival-goers dressed up as the band Kiss and performed a full set on the main stage.
- The festival has a “silent disco” area, where attendees can dance to music that is only audible through headphones.
- One year, a makeshift wedding chapel was set up on site and a series of mock weddings were held throughout the weekend.
- In 2018, a group of festival-goers set a new world record for the largest game of dodgeball ever played.
These are just a few of the many unusual and unexpected things that have happened at Download Festival over the years. If you’re a fan of rock music, then you should definitely add this festival to your bucket list.
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