The Occupation festival, originally set for this year, has been postponed to 2025 in the Kaluga region to guarantee security for attendees, artists, and staff. The regional government confirmed that the event will not relocate to another area and that a suitable venue for next year has already been identified. Officials are now aligning the details with event organizers to ensure a smooth, well-managed program that respects safety requirements and local conditions.
Similarly, the Invasion festival will not be hosted in the Kaluga region in 2024 as a precaution for public safety. The cultural authorities are in ongoing dialogue with the organizers and are actively planning to bring the festival to Kaluga in 2025. A location has been selected for the next edition, and discussions with the organizers continue to finalize logistics, staffing, and security measures to meet community expectations and regulatory standards.
In February, organizers announced that the rock festival Invasion would be deferred to 2025. The move is attributed to the need to maintain a high level of safety for guests, performers, and staff, which cannot be ensured under the current circumstances. This decision reflects a cautious approach to event planning in order to align with evolving security protocols and local guidelines that prioritize the wellbeing of all participants.
Details about the 2024 festival dates and location have not been released. In the previous year, the event was anticipated to take place in the Kaluga region from late July, but official channels indicated a postponement. The governing authorities later noted that the timing was not right for the festival to proceed, emphasizing safety and logistical considerations as the primary factors behind the decision.
The festival has not occurred for a fifth consecutive year. It faced cancellation in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic and has since experienced periodic postponements for various reasons, with organizers and regional leadership continually weighing public health, security, and community impact before committing to a new schedule.
Earlier, in the city of Yekaterinburg, preparations for the festival faced disruption when the main square was inundated, underscoring how weather and local conditions can complicate large-scale cultural events. This incident highlighted the need for careful site assessment and contingency planning to protect attendees and ensure a successful experience when the festival eventually resumes in any location.