After holding its 2024 edition on Memorial Day Weekend, Boston Calling has issued a statement addressing safety concerns voiced by some people on social media. “We deeply appreciate the audience, staff, and performers who make Boston Calling possible, and want to acknowledge feedback from Sunday,” it reads. “While attendee count was several thousand below the official capacity rating of the site, we never want anyone to feel uncomfortable or unsafe at the show.”
“The safety and well-being of our fans, artists, guests and staff is paramount,” their statement continues. “We will continue to work with public officials and our operations team to improve the experience, layout, and ultimately create a better environment for everyone.”
Mass Live spoke to some Sunday attendees who said they felt “unsafe” due to the size of the crowd, and a subreddit dedicated to the festival had multiple threads discussing crowding on day three.