Metalheads will have to save their headbanging until next summer after Armstrong MetalFest (AMF) announced its 2020 festival has been cancelled by COVID-19.

In a social media post Friday, May 1, AMF announced it would not be going ahead with the province鈥檚 largest, loudest and premier metal fest as per recommendations from public health officials.

The event, which draws hundreds of people for a weekend of music, beer and camaraderie, falls under the Provincial Health Officer鈥檚 ban on gatherings of more than 50.

鈥淲e had to make a very difficult decision, but the health of all metalheads who were planning to attend is our No. 1 priority,鈥� AMF organizers said. 鈥淭he members of West Metal Entertainment Society hope everyone can stay safe during these troubling times.鈥�

The 12th annual event was slated for July 17-18.

Ticketholders can refund their tickets, or save them for 2021.

鈥淎rmstrong MetalFest will return in 2021.鈥�

To inquire about refunds, email info@armstrongmetalfest.ca.

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