It has been reported that Welsh music festival Green Man has called it off due to the coronavirus pandemic. It was originally planned to begin on the weekend of August 20 to 23 at the Brecon Beacons, Wales. However, the organisers announced that they would return next year.

The festival released a heartfelt statement regarding the cancellation: “These are the words we hoped we would never have to write, but it’s with deep sadness that due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic we’re announcing that Green Man won’t be taking place this year.” They also confirmed that Green Man would be “re-emerging” on August 19 to 22, 2021.

Similar to those of numerous music festivals that have fallen to the same plight, the organisers of Green Man’s main concern is the safety of everyone involved: “Our number one priority will always be your safety, as well as the artists, crew and traders who are a much loved part of our Green Man family.” They too hoped that all of us could “emerge from this time stronger and more connected than ever before“.

It is also noteworthy that the tickets purchased for this year’s edition will automatically be eligible for the returning one next year. Should you need a refund, please expect an email about the issue from Ticketline, which has been sent out now. Read the full statement below.

These are words we hoped we would never have to write, but it’s with deep sadness that we’re announcing that Green Man won’t be taking place this year. Please see full statement below.

Stay healthy and stay kind.

Big love, GM pic.twitter.com/om23vpY8fM

— Green Man (@GreenManFest) May 14, 2020

This year, the independent music festival planned to bring the 16th annual edition back again at the Brecon Beacons this coming August. The line-up was packed with multiple indie beloved artists such as Michael Kiwanuka, Caribou, Mac Demarco, and Little Dragon.

For more information about the festival, please visit the festival’s official site.