Despite the fire, which created a scene of thick smoke and flames captured by onlookers and posted on social media, the event is still scheduled to take place as planned. Tomorrowland attracts an impressive crowd exceeding 400,000 attendees from around the world, showcasing performances from renowned artists such as David Guetta, Swedish House Mafia, and Steve Aoki.

Organizers stated that the festival’s campground will open on Thursday as per the schedule, and they are prioritizing solutions to ensure the event can proceed successfully over the next two weekends.

The cause of the fire remains unknown as investigations are likely underway, but the team is committed to addressing the situation and restoring the festival’s iconic atmosphere.

Yan Zhuang reports from Seoul and covers breaking news for the Times, while Livia Albeck-Ripka focuses on breaking news from Los Angeles and beyond.