Overview
- The North East festival announced the cancellation in a Facebook statement on Friday, confirming there will be no 2026 event.
- The team said they were unable to bring the show together as infrastructure, logistics and artist fees have climbed.
- Organisers added that ticket sales have not met required levels, making next year’s edition unviable.
- The decision was framed as a temporary pause with plans to regroup and return when conditions allow, with no timetable given.
- Founded as a one-day event, the festival grew to three days and in 2025 drew thousands for headliners including Scissor Sisters, Pet Shop Boys and Olly Murs, prompting disappointed reactions and a plea to support independent venues.