Important Update

Dear Warriors,

The unthinkable has happened. Defqon.1 has been cancelled for the remainder of the weekend. Effective on Friday June 26th, the Holy Grounds will close their gates.

Today, we received the news that the Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) has issued a code red warning due to extreme heat for at least the next 24 hours. This is the first time the Netherlands has ever issued a code red
warning because of high temperatures. Together with the authorities, we
are therefore forced to cancel the remaining days of Defqon.1.

We are absolutely devastated by this
development. Tens of thousands of dedicated Weekend Warriors are
currently staying on the Camping Grounds, many of whom have travelled
far and prepared for this weekend for months. Asking them to return home
tomorrow is the worst-case scenario, especially with a fully
operational festival and everything in place to welcome them.

This is a blow felt on every level. Not
only by our visitors, but also by the artists, crew, creatives and
everyone else who has worked tirelessly over the past year to bring this
edition to life.

To all Weekend Warriors: we've got your
back. We understand that you didn't plan for this, and we will do
everything we can to help you get home safely. On Friday, the Camping Grounds and part of the Festival Grounds
will remain open, without musical programming but with all essential
facilities available. This gives you the time to make arrangements for
your journey home on Friday. We'll be there every step of the way.

For now, we urge you to rest. Spend time with your friends, make a plan, cry on each other’sshoulders if you need to, get a proper night's sleep, and prepare for the journey tomorrow.

We understand that you have many
questions. For everyone involved, both visitors and those at home, we
have set up an FAQ below. Please check it if you need more information,
and don't hesitate to contact us on WhatsApp via Q.dance/whatsapp.

We will refund all tickets. More information regarding additional compensation will be available after the weekend.

This is not the journey we imagined, and the reality
has barely sunk in. Nevertheless, it is our duty to take care of you.
That is our sacred oath.

Forever One Tribe.

Q-dance