Lovers & Friends Festival

The Lovers & Friends Festival is an annual music festival founded in 2022 by Soulection. It is held in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Las Vegas Festival Grounds. In its third year, it was scheduled for a single day on May 4, 2024, with headliners Usher, Janet Jackson, and the Backstreet Boys.Aniftos, Rania (January 23, 2024). "Usher, Janet Jackson & Backstreet Boys Set to Headline Lovers & Friends Festival 2024". Billboard. American rapper Lupe Fiasco would've been a performer at the Poppin' Stage.Paul, Larisha (January 23, 2024). "Lovers & Friends 2024: Usher, Janet Jackson, Backstreet Boys to Headline". Rolling Stone.
== Background ==
The lineup was unveiled on January 23, 2024. Pre-sale tickets began on January 26, which sold out the same day."Lovers & Friends Las Vegas (@loversandfriendsfest)". Instagram. January 26, 2024.
On May 4, they announced last-minute of the festival's cancelation due to dangerous weather. The organizers wrote in a statement, "However, the National Weather Service has now issued a High Wind Warning, including dangerous 30-35 mph sustained winds with gusts potentially more than 60 mph. Following advice from the National Weather Service and in consultation with local public officials, we must make the safest decision for our fans, artists, and staff, and cancel tomorrow's Lovers & Friends Festival." They added, "This was an incredibly heartbreaking decision to make as we are aware that fans have traveled from all over the world to enjoy this incredible lineup of superstars and have been looking forward to this event for several months. We've worked hard to create an amazing event for you, and we are just as disappointed as you are."Kreps, Daniel (May 4, 2024). "Lovers & Friends Festival Canceled at Last Minute Due to Expected 'Dangerous Weather'". Rolling Stone.
== Date ==
Date	Date 	Time	City 	Venue 	Stage
Sat 	May 4, 2024	4:05	Las Vegas, NV	Las Vegas Festival Grounds	Poppin' Stage
== Gallery ==
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== References ==
Category:2024 live performances
Category:Canceled events
Category:Festivals