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Texas Festival Canceled With 2 Weeks' Notice—People Say They Lost Thousands

Texas Festival Canceled With 2 Weeks' Notice—People Say They Lost Thousands

Summary

A popular book festival in Texas called the Dreamers & Readers Festival was canceled two weeks before it was supposed to happen. Organizers said they could not meet financial requirements for hotel bookings, causing frustration among attendees who had already spent money on travel and tickets.

Key Facts

  • The Dreamers & Readers Festival was scheduled for March 6-8, 2026, at the Gaylord Texan Resort in Texas.
  • Organizers canceled the event due to unmet financial requirements tied to hotel room bookings.
  • Attendees expressed their disappointment on social media about the late cancellation notice.
  • The festival's organizers explained that the venue requires full payment of outstanding balances, which they couldn't meet.
  • Some attendees, like Elsa A., spent thousands on travel and tickets and are seeking refunds.
  • Author Melanie Mar planned to attend and expressed frustration over poor communication from organizers.
  • Organizers have promised to provide more details and FAQs to address questions about refunds and future plans.

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