J. Cole's Dreamville Festival Postponed Due to Coronavirus Outbreak

J. Cole‘s Dreamville Festival is pushing back.

The music event, originally scheduled to happen on April 4 in Raleigh, North Carolina, will now be held on August 29, organizers confirmed on Friday (March 13) amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.

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“While the State of North Carolina and local health officials continue to work to protect the well being of all in the State, we have worked collaboratively to identify the best possible outcome. We are excited to announce that Dreamville Festival will now take place on Aug. 29, 2020, and will remain at Dorothea Dix Park,” the statement reads.

“While this decision has been extremely difficult to make, the safety of our fans, artists, and staff is always our top priority, and nothing will ever take precedence over your well-being. We now encourage everyone to follow the guidelines and various preventive measures put forth by local and national health authorities.”

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