One Love Music Festival Cancels 2026 Event

Tauranga’s One Love music festival has canceled its 2026 edition due to “several challenging situations,” including the current economic climate. The reggae festival, which typically attracts tens of thousands of visitors, noted concerns about the ongoing cost of living crisis impacting attendees’ budgets, especially since over 80% of the audience travels for the event. Organizers acknowledged the financial strain this puts on households, leading to the decision.

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