Katy PerryThe ‘Watch It Burn’ hitmaker has canceled his performance at Belgium’s Werchter Boutique Festival due to inclement weather and crowd safety concerns. The 41-year-old pop star vented her frustration on social media, citing government mandates beyond her control that forced her to back out at the last minute.Here’s a closer look at Katy Perry’s canceled performance in Belgium due to extreme weather.
Katy Perry announced a last-minute cancellation
Katy Perry was scheduled to headline the Werchter Boutique Festival in Belgium on Saturday, June 27, 2026. However, extreme weather conditions have led the government to regulate crowd-oriented events. “Unfortunately, my set @WerchterBoutique cannot happen tonight due to the cancellation of government orders due to inclement weather and crowd safety concerns,” he wrote in the caption. Instagram.“I was backstage at the show in the middle of hair and makeup when this news was delivered, and they gave me no choice. I’m just as unhappy as you are. Unfortunately, it’s out of my control, but the safety of 55,000 of you always comes first and foremost,” she continued, sharing her displeasure with the situation. Furthermore, the ‘Dark Horse’ singer apologized to the crowd and expressed his excitement about performing after nearly two decades.“I was looking forward to coming back after 17 years. I was even going to wear the same outfit again from that show in 2009. I love you all, and please go home safely,” concluded ‘The One That Got Away’ star. Werchter Boutique Festival shared an update on Instagram that the severe storm had moved across the country and that site crews could make sure everyone got home safely.
Katy Perry shares her disappointment over the sudden cancellation. Photo credit: Instagram
About Katy Perry’s performance
Earlier this year, Katy Perry took the stage FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony in Los Angeles and performed his song ‘Wonder’ with Norwegian singer Tyus. For upcoming events, the pop icon will perform live at the Depot Live festival at Cardiff Castle in the UK on June 30, 2026.
