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Fyre Festival 2 Delayed Amid Venue Search and Doubts

4/19/2025

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Fyre Festival 2, originally scheduled for May 30 in Playa del Carmen, faces a setback as organizers search for a new venue. Promoter Billy McFarland insists the festival will happen, yet ticket sales are on hold. Meanwhile, the local government has denied any involvement, casting doubt on McFarland's assertions of partnership.

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Story summary

Fyre Festival 2, originally scheduled for May 30 in Playa del Carmen, faces a setback as organizers search for a new venue. Promoter Billy McFarland insists the festival will happen, yet ticket sales are on hold. Meanwhile, the local government has denied any involvement, casting doubt on McFarland's assertions of partnership.