"We are beyond grateful to still have the opportunity to come play for you this year"
30.03.2020 - 20:13 / nme.com
This year's event was cancelled due to the coronavirus
Organisers of the Isle of Wight Festival have announced new dates for 2021 following the cancellation of this year’s event.
Last week, the 2020 bash was axed following the growing coronavirus pandemic.
In a statement the Isle of Wight team said their decision was “unavoidable” and vowed to return “stronger than ever” in 2021.
Now, new dates and ticket details have been announced for next year. The event will take place June 17-20, 2021.
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"We are beyond grateful to still have the opportunity to come play for you this year"
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Britain’s Isle of Wight festival has scrapped its 2020 edition due to the coronavirus crisis.
The 2020 Isle of Wight Festival will no longer be taking place this year due to the ongoing health crisis.
The 2020 Isle of Wight Festival has been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
They follow the cancellation of Glastonbury last week.
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