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Why a Montreal music festival's transparent bag rule is sparking backlash

August 5, 2026

Just five days before the Montreal music festival, ÎleSoniq announced a strict bag policy allowing only transparent bags. In response to public backlash, the festival updated its rules, but fans say they’re still scrambling to find transparent bag options.



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