Group sexual activity is an acknowledged, sometimes legendary aspect of certain music festivals, according to a lively discussion on r/festivals.
Key insights from attendees include:
- Lost Lands 2018: Recollections of an “ass-eating contest” highlight how boundary-pushing some festival moments can be.
- Tomorrowland: Known for surprisingly open orgy-friendly couples, illustrating that sexual freedom can be a part of even mainstream large-scale festivals.
- Bonnaroo and Regional Burns: Noted for risqué, multi-person cuddle puddles and group air mattress setups, indicating group intimacy is embraced in these subcultures.
- Discretion Varies: Some festivalgoers keep a low profile—joking about avoiding “festival crotch”—while others actively celebrate promiscuity as part of the experience.
While these behaviors are not universal across all festivals or attendees, they are a recognized and occasionally organized part of the culture within certain festival communities. The conversation underscores the diversity of festival experiences, where music, art, and sexual freedom often intersect under the open sky.
Source: r/festivals