The Farsons Beer Festival has been cancelled for the second year running because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Following last week’s announcement by the health authorities regarding the organisation of mass events for this summer, "it is with great regret that we once again announce the cancellation of this year’s edition of The Farsons Beer Festival," Farsons said in a statement.

This is the second edition of the Farsons Beer Festival that is not taking place ever since the first one was held in 1981.

This is undoubtedly a disappointment for our incredible crew, partners, suppliers, artists, vendors and sponsors who work so hard to make this event the success that it is, as well as for the thousands of loyal Beer Fest fans, Farsons said.

"Notwithstanding, we sincerely look forward to welcoming back all our fans and friends to the 40th edition of The Farsons Beer Festival in 2022, to be held tentatively from Thursday 28 July to Saturday 6 August. Once again, we aim to organise a festival with an unparalleled line-up of fantastic local artists, musicians and performers that we are proud to host on our stages each year. Roll on 2022."