Usher shares his disappointment over the cancellation of Lovers & Friends Festival 2024 in Las Vegas.
Shortly after organizers announced Friday night (May 3) that the one-day music festival was canceled due to hazardous weather conditions, the R&B icon shared a message with fans heading to the Las Vegas Festival Grounds to watch him headline Saturday. .
“Man… I'm just as disappointed as you. We were getting ready to perform and celebrate today,” Usher wrote to X (formerly Twitter). “I have to follow the orders of city officials and the National Weather Service for everyone's protection, and I am strong in my belief that everything happens for a reason.”
She added, “I'm sorry we won't get to see each other today, but know that I'm always working on something to express my heartfelt gratitude to each of you who continue to support me. I'll see you soon.”
Usher was about to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his classic album Confessions during Saturday's festival. The star-studded lineup also included headliners Janet Jackson and the Backstreet Boys, along with performances from Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, Gwen Stefani, Nas, Alicia Keys and more.
Less than 15 hours before the festival was scheduled to begin, organizers shared a message on social media explaining that the outdoor event was canceled due to a high wind warning issued by the National Weather Service.
“The National Weather Service has now issued a high wind warning, including dangerous winds of 30-35 mph with gusts possibly exceeding 60 mph,” organizers wrote. “Following the advice of the National Weather Service and in consultation with local public officials, we must make the safest decision for our fans, artists and staff and cancel tomorrow's Lovers and Friends Festival.”
They added, “This was an incredibly heartbreaking decision to make as we know fans have traveled from all over the world to enjoy this incredible line-up of superstars and have been looking forward to this event for several months. We've worked hard to create an amazing event for you and we're just as disappointed as you are.”
Fans who bought their tickets directly through Front Gate Tickets will receive a refund within 30 days, organizers said.
Watch Usher's Lovers & Friends statement on X below.
