Movement Detroit cancels Memorial Day weekend festival 2021

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Movement Detroit has cancelled its annual Memorial Day weekend festival this year.

After postponing 2020’s Memorial Day weekender back in March 2020 due to growing concerns surrounding the coronavirus pandemic, and re-scheduling as an online event in September, Movement Detroit has announced that the 2021 weekender will be unable to take place.

In a statement on the event’s website, addressed to the Movement family, organisers said: “We have been looking forward to reuniting with all of you on Memorial Day weekend, but the ongoing pandemic and state regulations have led us to the painful realization that our beloved Movement Festival will not happen in May 2021.

“We appreciate your patience as we continue to navigate our way through these challenging times and difficult decisions. Our team is working hard to provide updates about future dates and ticketing options. We will be in touch next month with more information. 

“Big thanks to those who have held onto their tickets, your unwavering support will not go unnoticed. We promise that we will always look out for your safety and will work to bring you the greatest experience possible when we can all gather again in Techno City. 

“In the meantime, we urge everyone to please stay safe, follow the health guidelines and respect one another.”

Read the full statement via the Movement Detroit website here.

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