Way Out West 2025: A Festival Where Tickets Can Be Received for a Kidney Donation
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The Swedish festival Way Out West 2025, which will be held from 7 to 9 August in Gothenburg, is completely sold out. The lineup includes stars such as Charli XCX, Chappell Roan, Pet Shop Boys, Iggy Pop and Kneecap.
The organizers, to meet the incredible demand, launched an unusual campaign – “Kidney pass”. Buyers wishing to receive a ticket must make a deposit in the form of a kidney donation (after it ceases to function).
The organizers note that the demand was so high that fans are ready to make any sacrifices to get to the festival, and the expression “I would give a kidney for a ticket” has become virtually cult.
Participants must be over 18 years of age and have Swedish social insurance. It is important to understand that donating a kidney does not guarantee automatic receipt of a ticket, but significantly increases the chances of success in a transplant. In the event of a successful transplant, the participant will receive a bracelet with the inscription “I gave a kidney for this ticket”. Even if you can't attend the festival, you'll save your kidney by contributing to charity.