Iconic Splendour in the Grass Festival Cancelled for 2024, Fans and Artists Disappointed

One of Australia’s most iconic music festivals, Splendour in the Grass 2024, has officially been cancelled, leaving fans and artists alike disappointed. The festival, set to take place at the North Byron Parklands over a weekend in July, has been a highlight for music lovers since its inception in 2001.

Headliners such as Kylie Minogue, G Flip, Royal Otis, Thelma Plum, and international acts like Arcade Fire and LEISURE were expected to grace the stages this year. Splendour in the Grass has historically attracted big names such as Lizzo, Mumford and Sons, Outkast, Kendrick Lamar, Lorde, LCD Soundsystem, and Florence and the Machine.

The announcement of the festival’s cancellation comes as a shock to many, especially given the festival’s reputation as the largest multi-day camping event in the Southern Hemisphere. The cancellation adds to a trend of major Australian festivals being affected, with Falls Festival 2023 also not going ahead earlier this year.

Since its inception, Splendour in the Grass has been a marquee event for both music fans and industry stakeholders. The festival’s diverse line-ups and vibrant atmosphere have solidified its place as Australia’s answer to legendary festivals like Glastonbury.

While details surrounding the cancellation are still forthcoming, the abrupt decision to pull the plug on Splendour in the Grass 2024 has left a void in the country’s live music scene. The festival’s impact on the industry, from artists to vendors, will be felt deeply this year.