A Reddit user’s detailed crowd prediction model for Glastonbury 2025 ignited fresh debate after projecting set demand using Spotify popularity, stage capacity, and timing. The model flagged Saturday’s Doechii at West Holts and Friday’s Gracie Abrams on Other Stage as over 100% demand, with Olivia Rodrigo and Charli XCX close behind.
Notably, the model suggests fewer brutally overcrowded conflicts than prior years, hinting at smarter scheduling. But festival fans quickly challenged the approach: critics questioned the heavy reliance on Spotify streams alone, pointing out glaring absences such as The Prodigy—one of the most anticipated acts—who was missing entirely. Skepticism also swirled around late-night slot crowd estimates, particularly Nia Archives’ 2am set.
Many observers noted important factors like nostalgia draws and known fan movement patterns were not incorporated, which could skew the projections. Despite its flaws, this data-driven take continues to fuel fascinating conversations about how streaming metrics, capacity, and timing actually shape live crowd flows.
For those planning their Glastonbury 2025 weekend, the model provides an intriguing but imperfect snapshot of when and where the biggest crowds might gather.
Glastonbury 2025 Lineup & Headlines:
- Neil Young, The 1975, and Olivia Rodrigo top Glastonbury 2025 lineup
- The 1975 and Olivia Rodrigo confirmed as headliners
- Rod Stewart reunites with Faces for a Glastonbury 2025 comeback
Source: r/glastonbury_festival