The twin spring festivals of Floriade and Nightfest, two of Canberra's biggest annual tourist events, have been cancelled.
The ACT government said on Saturday that the ongoing outbreaks in Canberra and the surrounding region meant it was impossible to manage the events safely.
Flower bulbs will bloom in Commonwealth Park, Floriade's traditional home, but the government says it will discourage crowds from attending.
The events were scheduled to begin in three weeks' time.
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