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Every year, more than 6 million people attend live music events in the UK. Festivals are no longer about peace, love and LSD – they're commercial success stories. But have they kept any of their rebellious spirit, or are they just Instagram islands where anything goes?

A new generation of consumers is looking to escape the ubiquitous 'sponsored experience' that characterises many festivals. At the same time, brands are becoming more attuned to the needs and attitudes of festival-goers.

Gen Yers love experiences. The desire for the new and exciting means they're willing to spend more time and money on events than ever. A study by Eventbrite shows that nearly half of Gen Yers attended five or more food and booze events in the past year, spending up to $50 on the ticket alone.