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Why are tickets so hard to get?
The rapid sale of Glastonbury tickets, all gone in 42 minutes today, highlights the immense demand for the festival. Its limited capacity, combined with its iconic status and global reputation, means there are far more potential attendees than available tickets. This scarcity drives the quick sell-out each time.
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