The annual Muscogee Nation Festival scheduled for next month has been cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns.

The nation, formerly branded as the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, made the announcement Monday with a post to its social media page.

“Due to the rising cases of COVID-19, and at the advice of medical professionals both nationally and in the Muscogee Nation Department of Health, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2021 Muscogee Nation Festival. While this decision was not made easily, it was made to protect the health and safety of our citizens and guests. We look forward to hopefully seeing you all in 2022! Stay safe and heathy,” the post stated.

The 46th annual event was slated to take place Sept. 23 – 26 at the Claude Cox Omniplex in Okmulgee. The Muscogee Nation’s boundaries include a portion of Seminole County.