Edinburgh drive-in concerts cancelled due to local lockdown fears from organisers

The concerts have been cancelled over virus fears

A series of drive-in gigs in Edinburgh announced in June have been cancelled due to fears that local lockdowns could be implemented.

Kaiser Chiefs, Dizzee Rascal, The Streets, Sigala, The Snuts and Tony Hadley were among those who would have performed at the Capital’s Royal Highland Centre in August.

The 300-car gigs were designed to provide a safe alternative to popular events.

Concert-goers would have been able to stand outside their vehicles in allocated spaces, or sit in their fold-out chairs, although umbrellas were not permitted. Attendees were also banned from bringing their own food.

However organisers Live Nation have now announced that these concerts are the latest to be cancelled. Ticket holders will receive a full refund.

A spokesperson for Utilita Live From The Drive-In said: “The Live From The Drive In concert series will no longer proceed as planned this summer.

"We received huge support from artists, the live music production contractors, our headline sponsor Utilita along with our other partners, and of course you, the fans. However the latest developments regarding localised lockdowns mean it has become impossible for us to continue with the series with any confidence.

"We thank everyone for their support and eagerly await a time when we can watch live music together again. Full refunds will be issued directly to all ticket holders within the next 7 days.”