In an effort to address the spread of the coronavirus, organizers around the world have canceled or postponed planned events. Here in Southern California, we are monitoring events to keep you updated on those altered due to concerns over COVID-19. Currently, few have altered plans but we’ll be updating this page with information on events that do.

With the region’s many conventions, events and music festivals coming up, we know that those attending want information about their status. This page will be updated with information on individual events.

Note: The events below are listed in chronological order by the originally scheduled date. Below the specific events, we have collected information about venues with ongoing events.

March

Natural Products Expo West

When: March 3-7

Where: Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim

Status: Postponed, new date TBD

Information: The trade show, which spotlights natural, organic and healthy products, announced its postponement Monday, March 2. Organizers hope to set a new date by mid-April. Read the full story.

9th Anniversary of Love to Nippon 2020

When: March 7

Where: Los Angeles Police Department headquarters, 100 W. First St., Los Angeles

Status: Canceled.

Information: lovetonippon.org

BNP Paribas Open

When: March 12-22

Where: Indian Wells Tennis Garden

Status: Canceled.

Information: On Sunday, March 8, tournament officials canceled the popular tennis event after authorities declared a state of emergency Sunday for Coachella Valley. Before the cancellation, organizers offered a refund or credit for 2021 for ticket holders who were concerned about coronavirus. Read the full story.

Redlands’ Craft Beer and Wine Tasting Festival

When: March 13

Where: Esri Cafe, Redlands

Status: Canceled.

Information: The fifth annual event has been canceled due to coronavirus concerns and the threat of rain. Read the full story.

National Association of Realtors Joint AE Institute

When: March 13-16

Where: San Diego

Status: Canceled.

Information: The National Association of Realtors canceled two of its events in Southern California and said in a statement that it is “considering alternatives and potential avenues through which to reschedule, relocate or redesign these conferences later in 2020.” Visit www.nar.realtor/events/ae-institute for more information on refunds.

NBCUniversal’s Peacock Live!

When: March 28-29

Where: Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal City

Status: Postponed.

Information: The inaugural two-day event featuring TV show panels, celebrity appearances, immersive experiences and behind-the-scenes access to NBC shows as well as content from Peacock, the network’s streaming service has been postponed. The event was put off “due to uncertainly surrounding some of the event’s programming elements.” Refunds will be issued and a new date will be announced in the coming months. More information can be found at peacocklive.com.

Realtor Broker Summit

When: March 31-April 1

Where: Los Angeles

Status: Canceled.

Information: The National Association of Realtors canceled two of its events in Southern California and said in a statement that it is “considering alternatives and potential avenues through which to reschedule, relocate or redesign these conferences later in 2020.” Visit nar.realtor/events/realtor-broker-summit for more information on refunds.

April

Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival

When: April 10-12; April 17-19

Where: Empire Polo Club, Indio

Status: Postponed until Oct. 9-11 and Oct. 16-18.

Information: Promoter Goldenvoice moved the festivals to October after Riverside County Public Health Officer Dr. Cameron Kaiser ordered the cancellation of the festivals, citing concerns about the possible health risks because of the ongoing novel coronavirus (COVID-19) spread, according to a press release from the Riverside County Health Department. Passes purchased will be good for the corresponding October weekends or purchasers can receive a refund. Any lineup changes have not been announced. Read the full story.

WonderCon

When: April 10-12

Where: Anaheim Convention Center

Status: Will continue as scheduled.

Information: Officials with Comic-Con International, which also puts on WonderCon, said that for now WonderCon is on as usual. “Comic-Con is working with local officials as it pertains to the COVID-19 situation and continues to monitor developments closely,” the organization’s statement read.

Pearl Jam’s Gigaton Tour

When: April 13 at Viejas Arena, San Diego; April 15-16 at The Forum, Inglewood

Status: Postponed

Information: Pearl Jam has postponed the spring leg of its Gigaton Tour due to concerns over coronavirus. The band is working to reschedule the dates as soon as possible.

Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach

When: April 17-19

Where: Downtown Long Beach

Status: Will continue as scheduled (as of Wednesday, March 11)

Information: Current statement from race organizers: “We are actively monitoring the situation and working with the Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services, Los Angeles County Department of Public Health as well as the Centers for Disease Control to ensure the health, safety and well-being of our attendees which is our top priority. Some of the precautions we and our partners will be taking include making sure all of our attendees have access to fully stocked handwashing stations as well as alcohol-based hand sanitizer. In addition, we will ensure that frequently touched surfaces are routinely cleaned and disinfected. At this time, the threat to the general public is low and there are no changes planned to the regular operation of our event this April 17-19.”

Stagecoach Country Music Festival

When: April 24-26

Where: Empire Polo Club, Indio

Status: Postponed until Oct. 23-25

Information: Promoter Goldenvoice moved Stagecoach and its sister event Coachella to October after Riverside County Public Health Officer Dr. Cameron Kaiser ordered the cancellation of the festivals, citing concerns about the possible health risks because of the ongoing novel coronavirus (COVID-19) spread, according to a press release from the Riverside County Health Department. Passes purchased will be good for the rescheduled date or purchasers can receive a refund. Any lineup changes have not been announced. Read the full story.

Korea Times Music Festival

When: April 25

Where: Hollywood Bowl

Status: Postponed, new date TBD.

Information: Organizers have postponed 18th edition of this festival due to travel restrictions in Asia because of the coronavirus.The festival’s website explains that ticket holders can receive a refund or hold on to the tickets for the rescheduled date. For ticket inquires, contact 323-692-2070 or email ktmf@koreatimesus.com.

AFI Lifetime Achievement Award Gala

When: April 25

Where: Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles

Status: Postponed until summer; new date TBD.

Information: The American Film Institute postponed its annual Life Achievement Award gala, which was to honor Julie Andrews. Read the full story.

May

RuPaul’s DragCon

When: May 1-3

Where: Los Angeles Convention Center

Status: Canceled

Information: Event organizers canceled the event as of March 10. “Unfortunately, there’s no way for anyone to know what the situation will be like in May. Due to that uncertainty, and out of an abundance of caution, we’ve decided that it’s in the best interest of the talent, staff, and attendees to cancel RuPaul’s DragCon LA 2020,” a post on the DragCon website reads.

Soka International Festival

When: May 2

Where: Soka University, Aliso Viejo

Status: Canceled.

Information: Responding to concerns from staff members, students and the community, Soka University of America posted on its website that the annual festival is canceled for 2020. The statement reads, “Although the Orange County Health Department currently posts that the risk is low in Orange County, we are aware that many large conventions and events are cancelling because of the worry about possible spread. Because everyone’s safety and health is our primary concern, we are regretfully cancelling what would have been our 19th International Festival.” The 2021 festival will happen on May 1 and those who have paid registration fees have options about refunds. Read more information at www.soka.edu/news-events/international-festival.

July

Comic-Con 2020

When: July 23-26

Where: San Diego Convention Center and surrounding hotels and businesses.

Status: Will continue as scheduled.

Information: Officials with Comic-Con International said that for now the con is on as usual. “Comic-Con is working with local officials as it pertains to the COVID-19 situation and continues to monitor developments closely,” the organization’s statement read.

Venues with ongoing events

Ophelia’s Jump Theatre

When: Ongoing

Where: Upland

Status: Performances continuing as scheduled.

Information: The Upland-based theater troupe is continuing its various productions but sent an email to patrons that if they’re unwell, they offer free ticket exchanges by calling 909-734-6565 or email at info@opheliasjump.org. Officials also said they are sanitizing the facility and all surface areas on a daily ongoing basis and providing hand sanitizer in the bathroom and at the box office. Visit opheliasjump.org for more information.

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