The Outlaw Music Festival had to cancel its big 10th Anniversary concert that was going to happen on July 1, 2025, at the Lucky Star Amphitheater in El Reno, Oklahoma. The reason? A strong storm hit the area just days before, making it unsafe for the show to go on.
On the evening of June 29, a sudden extreme weather event took place in Ridgedale, Missouri, during another stop on the tour at the Thunder Ridge Nature Arena. There were heavy rains and strong winds, and the storm was so bad that the audience had to evacuate the area.
The official Instagram account of Outlaw Music Festival, under their broadcasting and media PR team, shared the cancellation update through a formal announcement.
The bad weather didn’t just scare the fans — it also damaged many of the festival’s instruments and equipment. Most of the gear got wet and waterlogged, making it too dangerous to use for the next show. The team couldn’t check or fix the equipment in time, so they had no choice but to cancel the Oklahoma concert.
The festival’s organizers, including Blackbird Presents, Lucky Star Amphitheater, and DCF Concerts, said they are truly sorry to cancel the event. They know fans were excited and had been waiting a long time to see the show.
If you bought a ticket, don’t worry — you will get a refund. Just be patient, as it might take 7 to 10 business days for the money to show up in your account.
The Outlaw Music Festival tour is expected to start again on July 4 in Austin, Texas, once the team has fixed or replaced the damaged equipment.
This canceled show is a reminder that safety comes first, even when it’s a big event. Nature can be powerful, but the music will go on — just a little later than planned.