Organizers of the Offlimits music festival in Abu Dhabi have announced the cancellation of the event scheduled for 2026. However, there are reports that the festival will resume in 2027.
The cancellation was announced via a social media post, but the reason for the discontinuation was not disclosed. Gulf News reported that ticket buyers will receive refunds.
The official update stated: 'IMPORTANT UPDATE. OFFLIMITS 2026 is cancelled. All tickets will be automatically refunded through the original sales platform where they were purchased. We look forward to welcoming you to the next edition of OFFLIMITS in 2027. Further information will follow later.'
Cancellation of the Offlimits Music Festival in Abu Dhabi
The Offlimits festival in Abu Dhabi was supposed to take place on Yas Island, featuring Colombian singer Shakira as the headliner. The program was also planned to include several other famous performers, including Jonas Brothers, NE-Yo, KALEO, Myles Smith, Toploader, Bayou, Yara Mustafa, YAZ, Biffy Clyro, and Scouting for Girls.
Fans reacted to the cancellation with various comments, expressing disappointment but also hope for the future holding of the festival.