COVID-19 Is Canceling 2022 Festivals: Is Your Favorite Still On?

COVID-19 has been canceling fan-favorite events left and right.

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The New York Public Theater canceled its “Under the Radar” film festival.

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The Palm Springs Film Festival is also no longer happening.

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The Sundance Film Festival’s in-person event will not be happening for a second year in a row.

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In a statement, they said that they “cannot knowingly put our staff and community at risk.”

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Events scheduled for later in 2022 are still up in the air.

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Shows like “NCIS” have already halted or delayed production due to the recent COVID spike.

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The 64th Annual Grammy Awards have been postponed indefinitely.

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The Critics Choice Awards have also been postponed due to COVID-19.

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