Ultra Music Festival is officially cancelled due to coronavirus concerns

Ultra Music Festival has confirmed reports that the 2020 edition is cancelled due to fears around the spread of COVID-19, also known as coronavirus.

The Miami Herald first reported the news on Wednesday, quoting a Miami city official as its source.

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Now Ultra has confirmed the report with a statement, writing: “It is with a heavy heart that we inform you that The City of Miami has issued an official directive requiring that the 22nd edition of Ultra Music Festival, originally scheduled for March 20, 21 and 22, 2020 will be postponed to March 26, 27 and 28, 2021. Due to the Florida Governor’s declaration of a public health emergency and Centers of Disease Control and Prevention’s Interim Guidance for COVID-19, it is impossible for the City to provide access to Bayfront Park at this time.

“This is, however, an unprecedented issue which is not being taken lightly, and we must continue to defer to the authorities for guidance. Ultimately, there is no higher priority for us than the health, safety and physical well-being of each of you, together with everyone else involved in the production of the event.”

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All ticket holders will be contacted on Monday with information on the next steps.

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