Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Belfast Live
Belfast Live
Entertainment
Sheena McStravick

Westlife 2020 gig dates in Cork have been postponed due to Covid-19

Westlife have announced today that their UK shows in June and July have had to be cancelled due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.

The boyband have also had to reschedule their gigs in Cork this August after the Irish government extended the ban on mass gatherings until September.

The newly rescheduled dates for Páirc Uí Chaoimh will now take place on August 27 and 28, 2021.

Westlife said they are also monitoring the situation day by day with regards to their Wembley gig which was also scheduled for August.

The statement said: "We have been monitoring the UK government advice surrounding mass gatherings and it is very clear that this is the course we need to take to ensure the protection of our fans, our crew and everyone around us but also to ease pressure on those working tirelessly to fight this virus.

"Those who have been on the Westlife journey with us know how important performing is to us but also know that safety must come first and foremost in delivering a successful tour. 

"Our promoters are currently working with their ticketing partners and they will be in touch very soon to process your refund. Please look out for an email from your ticketing agent shortly. Please only contact them if you have not been contacted by May 5th.

"With regards to our show at Wembley Stadium, in London this is a fluid situation which is being reviewed on a daily basis. We will only deliver this show in August if it is completely safe to do so and will update you all, as soon as the position is clear.

"In the meantime, we ask everyone to stay home, stay safe and keep playing your part in fighting the spread of this virus."

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.