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Splendour in the Grass organisers have revealed why the iconic music festival has been cancelled.
Australian pop princess Kylie Minogue, 55, was set to headline the three-day music event held from July 19 to 21 at the North Byron Parklands.
However, organisers have now confirmed that the star-studded event has been cancelled 'due to unexpected events' and won't be rescheduled during 2024.
They confirmed that ticket holders will be refunded and said the festival will be 'working hard to be back in future years' as its future remains uncertain.
Organisers said in a statement: 'With a heavy heart, we're announcing the cancellation of Splendour in the Grass 2024, originally scheduled from Friday 19 July to Sunday 21 July in Ngarindjin / North Byron Parklands.
Splendour in the Grass organisers have revealed why the iconic music festival has been cancelled. Kylie Minogue (pictured), 55, was set to headline the three-day spectacular
'We know there were many fans excited for this year's line-up and all the great artists planning to join us, but due to unexpected events we'll be taking the year off. Ticket holders will be refunded automatically by Moshtix.
'We thank you for your understanding and will be working hard to be back in future years.'
Secret Sounds' Jessica Ducrou and Paul Piticco added: 'We're heartbroken to be missing a year especially after more than two decades in operation.
'This festival has always been a huge community effort, and we'd like to thank everyone for their support and overall faith. We hope to be back in the future.'
Other popular artists slated to perform had included G Flip, Arcade Fire and Future.
It is not yet confirmed why it was cancelled, but a source says it is most likely due to poor ticket sales.
The 2023 festival recorded a 30% drop in tickets sales.
Splendour in the Grass organisers have revealed why the iconic music festival has been cancelled
Iconic music festival Splendour in the Grass has been cancelled for 2024
As of Wednesday afternoon, one and three-day tickets are still available to purchase on Moshtix.
Daily Mail Australia has reached out to the event's organisers Secret Sounds for comment.
Since its inception in 2001, Splendour in the Grass has been held in various locations in NSW and Queensland.
At the height of its popularity, the festival attracted 50,000 revelers across the three days.
However, this year's line up copped criticism over its lack of renowned headlining international acts, with American rapper Future, 40, being the only global star slated to perform.
In the past, Splendour has had a slew of
