Byron Bay Bluesfest is canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic
Bluesfest’s five-day lineup was a deep one, with headliners Dave Matthews Band, Crowded House and Alanis Morissette leading a bill of about 70 local and international performers. Also confirmed were Lenny Kravitz, Patti Smith And Her Band, George Benson, Kool & The Gang, The Gipsy Kings and many more.
The award-winning Bluesfest is one the most cherished festivals on the Australian live entertainment calendar, and the last major outdoor event before the colder months set in. Held at Tyagarah Tea Tree Farm, about 10 minutes north of the picturesque beach town Byron Bay, Bluesfest opens its gates each year to about 125,000 music fans.
The fest celebrated its 30th anniversary last year, and has won a slew of awards since its inaugural 1990 event, including four Helpmann Awards for best contemporary music festival and six trophies at the Australian event awards for Australian event of the year. “We are now working through how to move forward and to give you details,” Noble continues. “I thank you for allowing us enough time to get everything in place for the best possible outcome for everyone.”on organized public gatherings of 500 of more people. In New South Wales, anyone found breaking those rules face a fine of at least A$11,000 and a potential stint in jail.
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