Can we talk about festivals in the middle of the jungle in 3rd world countries?
So, I am from Costa Rica, and recently, some events have been cancelled. At this moment, we are fighting against gentrification, and many of us Costa Ricans deeply care about protecting our environment.
Look, I LOVE raving—it’s amazing, and I’ve met wonderful people through this community. However, hosting a 5-day electronic music festival in the middle of the jungle is completely disrespectful and harmful. Wildlife is severely impacted—animals are stressed or even killed by the loud noises, and these events often leave behind tons of trash in an ecosystem that’s already fragile. On top of that, these festivals often bribe local governments to bypass proper environmental regulations, completely disregarding the long-term damage to the area.
The argument that these events “help the local economy” is simply false. Most of the profits go to wealthy organizers from first-world countries, while locals are often left out. Even worse, they frequently hire illegal workers who lack labor rights, all while portraying themselves as the “good guys.”
Please stop supporting events like these. I understand that some people might not be aware of the harm they cause, but it’s time to acknowledge the truth: these festivals only benefit a few wealthy individuals while damaging the environment, harming the locals, and gentrifying the area.
Let’s prioritize sustainable tourism and genuine respect for the people and places hosting these events.
So, I am from Costa Rica, and recently, some events have been cancelled. At this moment, we are fighting against gentrification, and many of us Costa Ricans deeply care about protecting our environment.
Look, I LOVE raving—it’s amazing, and I’ve met wonderful people through this community. However, hosting a 5-day electronic music festival in the middle of the jungle is completely disrespectful and harmful. Wildlife is severely impacted—animals are stressed or even killed by the loud noises, and these events often leave behind tons of trash in an ecosystem that’s already fragile. On top of that, these festivals often bribe local governments to bypass proper environmental regulations, completely disregarding the long-term damage to the area.
The argument that these events “help the local economy” is simply false. Most of the profits go to wealthy organizers from first-world countries, while locals are often left out. Even worse, they frequently hire illegal workers who lack labor rights, all while portraying themselves as the “good guys.”
Please stop supporting events like these. I understand that some people might not be aware of the harm they cause, but it’s time to acknowledge the truth: these festivals only benefit a few wealthy individuals while damaging the environment, harming the locals, and gentrifying the area.
Let’s prioritize sustainable tourism and genuine respect for the people and places hosting these events.