Organizers of Splendor in the Grass have revealed why the iconic music festival has been canceled this year.
Australian pop princess Kylie Minogue, 55, was due to headline the three-day music event held in the North Byron Parklands from July 19 to 21.
However, organizers have now confirmed that the star-studded event has been canceled ‘due to unexpected events’ and will not be rescheduled in 2024.
They confirmed ticket holders will get their money back and said the festival will ‘work hard to be back for years to come’ as the future remains uncertain.
A statement read: ‘It is with heavy hearts that we announce the cancellation of Splendor in the Grass 2024, originally scheduled for Friday 19th July to Sunday 21st July at Ngarindjin / North Byron Parklands.
Organizers of Splendor in the Grass have revealed why the iconic music festival has been cancelled. Kylie Minogue (pictured), 55, was due to headline the three-day extravaganza
“We know that many fans were excited about this year’s lineup and that all the major artists were planning to join us, but due to unexpected events, we are taking the year off. Ticket holders will be automatically refunded by Moshtix.
‘We thank you for your understanding and will work hard to be back in the coming years.’
Jessica Ducrou and Paul Piticco, from event organizers Secret Sounds, added: ‘We are heartbroken to miss a year, especially after more than twenty years in business.
“This festival has always been a huge community effort, and we would like to thank everyone for their support and overall faith. We hope to return in the future.’
Popular artists such as G Flip, Arcade Fire, Future and Girl In Red were also set to take the stage at the 2024 event.
Organizers have confirmed that the star-studded event has been canceled ‘due to unexpected events’ and will not be rescheduled in 2024 (crowds are pictured at the 2023 festival)
Organizers of Splendor in the Grass have revealed why the iconic music festival has been cancelled
One source has claimed that the festival’s cancellation was most likely due to poor ticket sales, after the 2023 event recorded a 30 percent drop in sales.
Daily Mail Australia has contacted the event’s organisers, Secret Sounds, for comment.
Since its inception in 2001, Splendor in the Grass has been held at various locations in NSW and Queensland.
At the height of its popularity, the festival attracted 50,000 partiers over three days.
However, this year’s line-up has faced criticism over the lack of renowned international acts, with US rapper Future, 40, one of the few global stars set to feature on the programme.
Organizers said the festival will be ‘working hard to be back’ as its future remains uncertain. Big names like Arcade Fire, G Flip and Girl In Red would perform
One source claimed the festival’s cancellation was most likely due to poor ticket sales, after the event recorded a 30 percent drop in revenue in 2023 (Photo: The 2023 Music Festival)
In the past, Splendor has picked up a host of international acts, including Kendrick Lamar, Tyler the Creator, Flume, Queens of the Stone Age and The Smashing Pumpkins.
The festival also became known for attracting some of Australia’s most renowned artists, including Powderfinger, Missy Higgins and Hilltop Hoods.
However, reception for the 2024 lineup was lukewarm, with fans wondering why they couldn’t attract more prominent acts.
‘Absolutely nonsense. It’s one of the few festivals in Australia big enough to offer a semi-exciting and decent line-up, and the biggest in terms of overseas headliners is Future,” one frustrated fan commented.
Canadian indie rock band Arcade Fire (photo) was also scheduled to perform
“Australian festivals suck. Why is Future the only good international act?’ another agreed, with someone else adding: ‘Australian music festivals are so boring omg.’
Splendor in the Grass is the latest in a long line of music festivals to be canceled this year.
One of Australia’s biggest music festivals, Groovin the Moo, was forced to cancel its upcoming tour of shows just two months before it was due to begin.
In February, organizers announced that festivals in regional Australia would not go ahead in 2024, citing poor ticket sales.
The touring festival was due to take place between April 25 and May 11 in cities including Wayville, Canberra, Bendigo, Newcastle, Bunbury and the Sunshine Coast.
At the height of its popularity, Splendor in the Grass attracted 50,000 partygoers over three days
Australian rock legend Jet would play alongside Australian heavyweights such as San Cisco, DMA’s, The Jungle Giants and King Stingray.
In January, ValleyWays – a music festival featuring some of Australia’s biggest bands – was canceled just weeks before it was due to take place.
ValleyWays was preparing to host partygoers at Onslow Oval in Camden, south-west Sydney, on February 17, until it was announced it would not go ahead.
The festival was founded in 2022 by Hottest 100 winners The Rubens in partnership with TEG MJR, a touring and events company that will see Hans Zimmer touring Australia.
The same month, Tent Pole Music Festival canceled their event just weeks before it was due to start, along with organizers, blaming the ‘impossible’ economic climate.
The festival’s line-up has faced criticism this year over the lack of renowned international acts, with US rapper Future, 40, one of the few global stars on the programme.
Reception towards the 2024 line-up was lukewarm, with fans wondering why they couldn’t sign more big-name acts
It was due to take place on February 17 at Mt Duneed Estate in Geelong, Victoria, but was forced to offer ticket holders a full refund after it was canned.
It was reported on Tuesday that new rock festival Pandemonium Rocks will go ahead with its planned concerts, despite earlier reports that the shows had been cancelled.
Legendary rock acts Blondie, Alice Cooper, Placebo, Deep Purple and Wheatus are among the headline acts who will perform on two stages.
A festival spokesperson took to social media to reassure disappointed fans that concerts are still taking place, albeit with some changes.
