ALBAWABA - Organizers of Abu Dhabi's Offlimits music festival announced that the 2026 edition will be cancelled. However, reports state that the music festival will return in 2027.
The news was confirmed through a social media post, but no reason was given for the cancellation. According to Gulf News, people who purchased tickets will receive a refund.
"IMPORTANT UPDATE. OFFLIMITS 2026 has been cancelled. All tickets will be automatically refunded through the original ticketing platform they were purchased from. We look forward to welcoming you to next edition of OFFLIMITS in 2027. Further details will follow."
UAE cancels Abu Dhabi's OFFLIMITS Music Festival
Abu Dhabi's Offlimits music festival was set to take place at Yas Island with Colombian singer Shakira headlining. It was also set to host several other stars, including the Jonas Brothers, NE-Yo, KALEO, Myles Smith, Toploader, Bayou, Yara Mustafa, YAZ, Biffy Clyro and Scouting for Girls.
Fans looking forward to the event responded to the cancelation:
"This was the highlight of my year 2026"
"This is sad because last year was the best day ever but I understand and we look forward to next years!!!"
"2027 better be big and with different artists than 2026 was supposed to be. sad but excited for 2027!"
