The Gum Ball and sister event Dashville Skyline come together for a one-off 'super duper double down mega feast' nicknamed Sky Ball in October.
The new arrangements are in response to the public health threat posed by COVID-19 and the government ban on mass gatherings of more than 500 people.
Sky Ball will take place at Dashville (Hunter Valley) 1-5 October.
Team Dashville announcement:
'Due to public health threats presented by COVID-19, The Gum Ball is moving from it's original intended dates of April 24th-26th 2020 to the October Long Weekend, where it will join forces with our sister event Dashville Skyline, for a one off 'Super Duper Double Down Mega Fest'.
'Please know we have worked through all options available to us, considering what we see as a vulnerable time for many and have decided this to be the most achievable and safest scenario for all involved.
'The date for what we've affectionately nicknamed 'Sky Ball' will be 1-5 October 2020.
'So best pop those dates into your calendar!
'Everyone who has purchased tickets for The Gum Ball should have an email now detailing the transfer of tickets to the new date. If someone purchased tickets on your behalf they will be able to share all current info with you.
'Without a doubt we are devastated to not be able to deliver the amazing festival program we had worked up for April. But we also must recognise that there is positives to every situation and by recognising those positives, we can begin to move forward and overcome the disappointment.
'We are all working through this huge uncertain challenge together, it's important we all do our best to support each other, particularly those in the creative arts, events, tourism and hospitality industries.
'Some of these industries may fall over, though perhaps creativity will flourish in confined spaces. Winter will be cold, but time with friends and family by the fire will be warm and memorable.
'Our thoughts go out to you and your family, our beloved community of supporters and we wish you safe and well in this difficult time.
'On behalf of all involved, we thank you in advance for your support of Dashville and those industries listed above and we look forward to putting all this new planning together and delivering the goods when it is again safe to do so.
'Thank you for your care and understanding,
'Team Dashville'
