Kirkintilloch Canal Festival cancelled due to funding cuts

The Souled Out music festival in Australia has been cancelled just over a week before its planned dates due to insufficient financial support, as stated by the organizers. They expressed disappointment, noting that like many festivals, they faced ongoing economic challenges. Ticket holders will receive automatic refunds, and while the organizers did not comment on future events, they encouraged attendees to continue supporting live music in Australia. Similarly, the Kirkintilloch Canal Festival in Scotland has been cancelled for 2025 due to funding issues, following a council decision that highlighted the absence of external funding sources. The festival was considered a key event for the local community, boosting local businesses and tourism, and residents have launched a petition urging the council to reconsider. Council officials indicated that for the festival to proceed in future years, they would need to secure £120,000 in external funding well in advance.