The second day of Jack Harlow‘s Gazebo Festival was called off after the site was put on tornado watch.
Harlow was supposed to headline the festival’s second day, which was also due to feature performances from the likes of PinkPantheress, Amaraee and Omar Apollo.
However, due to the threat of severe weather, Gazebo confirmed early yesterday afternoon (May 26) that the second day was being cancelled.
“The safety of our patrons, artists, and staff is paramount. Due to continuing hazardous conditions throughout the early afternoon and a second wave of weather expected this evening, we have made the very difficult decision to cancel the remainder of Gazebo Festival,” read the statement.
“All Sunday ticket holders will receive a refund in full. All Weekend ticket holders will receive a 50% refund. Refunds will be issued within 30 days.”
The safety of our patrons, artists and staff is paramount. Due to continuing hazardous conditions throughout the early afternoon and a second wave of weather expected this evening, we have made the very difficult decision to cancel the remainder of Gazebo Festival. pic.twitter.com/t2XvLW9vBO
— Gazebo Fest (@gazebofestival) May 26, 2024
Harlow added his own statement on his Instagram story, writing: “Well. We have to cancel day two of Gazebo. We are currently on a tornado watch. I know things cleared up a little bit, but the bad weather has damaged the site and there’s more storms and dangerous winds on the way.
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“This means everyone on Day 2, including myself, won’t be performing anymore. I’m trying to focus on the positive because all I felt was happiness yesterday. I’m grateful for our flawless first day and for the way this city came together. Thank you so much. I’m sorry.”
The first day of Gazebo Festival had featured performances from SZA, Vince Staples, Majid Jordan, Larry June, Raven Lenae, Jordan Ward and a DJ set by James Blake.
A portion of ticket sales was donated to local community organisations via the Jack Harlow Foundation, which the rapper established last year.
Late last year, Harlow scored his first UK Number One with his hit ‘Lovin On Me’. The track, which samples 1995 R&B cut ‘Whatever’ by Cadillac Dale, became the most-streamed track in the UK with over 5.1 million streams.
Previously, he’s claimed three top ten songs in the UK charts including ‘Industry Baby’ with Lil Nas X which reached number three, ‘First Class‘ that reached number two and ‘3D’ with BTS’ Jung Kook reaching number five.