BRIDGEPORT — While questions remain about Friday's abrupt cancellation of the fourth annual Soundside music festival and its future, it is clear the situation is a monetary blow to the city.

On July 25, organizers announced on the event's website that the festival, set to take place on Sept. 27 and Sept. 28 at Seaside Park, was canceled. The message did not reveal much else, and organizers have not provided further comment. The event's official social media pages were taken down.

Soundside Music Festival has been canceled due to 'circumstances beyond our control,' according to organizers.