Organisers of Mighty Hoopla Malta have cancelled the 2026 edition of the festival due to escalating costs in the airline industry. The event was planned as the second edition in Malta after its debut in 2025.
Organisers issued a statement on May 7 confirming the cancellation after reviewing travel and accommodation trends. They noted that average costs for flights and lodging had risen from around £300 to nearly £450, with expected summer disruptions leading to fewer flights and higher prices. The festival had been scheduled to take place from September 24 to 27 and feature acts including Sugababes, Agnes, Beth Ditto, Booty Luv, Gottmik, Jake Shears and Liberty X.
