The Desert Daze music festival in Lake Perris, California, featuring headliners such as Jack White and Thundercat, has been canceled due to high production costs and a volatile festival market. The independent festival, initially scheduled for October, is known for its eclectic lineups of psych-rock and synth-pop acts and has been running since 2012. Organizers cited economic challenges, including inflation and lower-than-expected ticket sales, as the primary reasons for the cancellation. Despite taking a hiatus in 2023, the festival was unable to overcome financial obstacles this year. All ticket holders will receive refunds, and organizers express their commitment to finding a way to continue the festival in the future. This cancellation is part of a broader trend affecting the festival industry, with multiple events in the U.S. being called off this year due to similar financial strains.