Byron Bay Bluesfest, famous music festival, cancelled and placed in liquidation weeks before start due to multiple reasons; will ticket-holders get a refund? All you need to know

Byron Bay Bluesfest, a celebrated music festival, has been cancelled for 2026 due to escalating production, logistics, insurance, and touring expenses. Organisers cited a challenging live event landscape as a key factor. A liquidator has been appointed to handle financial matters, and ticket holders will be contacted regarding refunds and claims.