It has been confirmed that Kirkintilloch Canal Festival will not be able to return in 2021, but ideas are being floated for smaller community events when permissible.
Ongoing and evolving restrictions around the COVID-19 pandemic mean it is not possible to plan or prepare for such a large-scale celebration - which involves a wide range of partners.
However, look out for updates on the Council's social media and the festival website [opens in a new window] - for news of possible smaller-scale events.
Thomas Glen, Depute Chief Executive - Place, Neighbourhood & Corporate Assets, said, "Public safety is paramount and we have all come so far - we don't want to negate the sacrifices that have been made.
"Organising a large-scale event such as Kirkintilloch Canal Festival takes a huge amount of preparation, working with a large number of partners. There are simply too many unknowns to be able to plan for such an event, which regularly attracts thousands of people.
"We hope you're not too disappointed - the aim is to return even bigger and better in 2022. In the meantime, we are looking into the possibility of smaller-scale events in local communities - if and when they are permissible under the safety guidance."
Keep an eye on the Council's social media channels - Facebook and Twitter as well as the canal festival website [opens in a new window] - for updates. You can also visit our YouTube channel [opens in a new window].
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