Coachella music festival postponed due to coronavirus

iStock [illustration]

The Coachella music festival has been postponed for six months until October over coronavirus concerns.

The festival, one of the biggest in the world, was due to take place on April 10-12 and April 17-19 at an open-air site in California. 

The festival organiser Goldenvoice, released a statement, saying the "decision comes at a time of universal uncertainty, we take the safety and health of our guests, staff and community very seriously".

This year's acts included performances by Travis Scott, Calvin Harris and Lana Del Rey.

Meanwhile, country music festival Stagecoach has also been postponed.

More from Entertainment

Coming Up on Dubai Eye

  • The Business Breakfast

    6:00am - 10:00am

    The Business Breakfast is the day’s must listen for the UAE’s business leaders, and those who aspire to be.

  • The Agenda

    10:00am - 1:00pm

    Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE.

BUSINESS BREAKFAST LATEST

On Dubai Eye

  • Is There Sufficient House Supply In UAE

    Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?

  • Noon's First Female Delivery Driver

    Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon’s first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!