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flag Calgary’s GlobalFest pauses ticket sales for six weeks due to financial struggles, declining attendance, and rising costs.

flag Calgary’s GlobalFest has paused ticket sales for six weeks due to financial strain, citing rising costs, declining attendance, and economic pressures. flag The 25-year-old festival fell short by 11,000 tickets last year, costing an estimated $250,000, with inflation, unpredictable weather, and geopolitical tensions affecting turnout. flag While the Alberta government has provided nearly $780,000 in grants since 2019, organizers say external funding remains limited. flag The pause reflects broader challenges facing Canadian festivals, including cancellations of events like Rock the Kootenays and the Regina Folk Festival. flag Other Calgary events are adjusting through reduced programming and pricing strategies to stay viable amid a tough economic climate.

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