The Committee of the Moira Canal Festival have decided to postpone the event for 2021 (due to be held in May) owing to the ongoing pandemic and the uncertainty of when restrictions will be lifted. They are now planning to hold the next event on 28th and 29th May 2022 instead.
Writing on Facebook on 18th January 2021, they commented:
“It is with deep regret that, as a committee, we have reviewed our position and more specifically the safety of all who attend, and have decided to further postpone the event to 2022. The new date will be 28th & 29th May 2022. With how unpredictable the coronavirus outbreak has been, we just cannot commit to a 2021 festival with the chance of a localised lockdown, national lockdown or even event restrictions in place. Our committee work tirelessly on ensuring that the annual festival is entertaining, family friendly and spectacular. We also make sure that it is safe and enjoyed by all. Rest assured, work has began behind the scenes to ensure that the our 20th anniversary event will be the biggest, the best and the most impressive festival we have ever held!