The Weeknd’s highly anticipated return to Australia has officially been cancelled.
Information sent to ticketholders confirmed that all tickets would be refunded, but did note that Live Nation were still hopeful new dates could be scheduled at some stage.
Those who held onto tickets after the shows were originally rescheduled “will be able to access a priority purchase window for the new tour in Australia and New Zealand when announced”.
In November, The Weeknd postponed his highly anticipated Australian tour. Citing “unforeseen circumstances”, the hitmaker shocked punters with the news as the tour was due to begin just three weeks after his announcement.
The Weeknd was due to bring his After Hours Til Dawn tour to Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne. The initial show announcements were met with phenomenal demand, and extra shows were added for each state.
When the shows were postponed in November, The Weeknd shared with fans:
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we must reschedule the Australia/New Zealand tour. New dates will be announced next year, and current tickets will be valid for the new shows. Refunds will be available for those unable to attend the new dates. Deeply disappointed but can’t wait to be there with you!
A Live Nation Australia and New Zealand representative added, “We understand fans will be disappointed, and Live Nation is focused on working with The Weeknd to secure a new tour schedule. We will make a further announcement as soon as possible.”
Last week, The Weeknd took to his Instagram Stories and hinted at new tour dates, writing “See you soon” after reposting a fan’s video captioned “POV: You went to a The Weeknd concert”.
