Global Citizen cancels festival featuring Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean

Global Citizen has canceled its September 26 festival on Central Park’s Great Lawn, citing forecasts of dangerous weather in New York City. In a statement available September 25, the organization said it made the decision in consultation with city officials and NYC Parks after considering alternatives.

The cancellation affects a lineup that included Ms. Lauryn Hill and Wyclef Jean, who were scheduled to celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of the Fugees’ The Score, according to AllHipHop’s September 25 reporting. The outlet separately reported that preparations were being dismantled.

Global Citizen says purchased tickets will be refunded automatically. Its ticketing guidance says Ticketmaster refunds should return to the original payment method within 14–21 days; transferred tickets are refunded to the original purchaser. People who bought through other sellers should contact their point of purchase. Donation-ticket holders should consult the organizer’s guidance for their specific ticket type.

The organization also says food prepared for the festival will go to local groups serving New Yorkers. Readers should use the official cancellation page below for current refund instructions rather than assuming a rescheduled performance has been announced.