The highly anticipated Fyre Festival 2.0 is now officially canceled in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, as the organizers have revealed that they were severely misled and mistreated by the local Mexican authorities. This shocking development comes as a significant disappointment to fans and ticket holders who were hoping for a repeat of the infamous festival experience, albeit with more organization and success this time around.

In a revealing turn of events, TMZ has acquired text messages from a Fyre Festival producer, expressing their outrage and frustration over being betrayed by the Mexican officials. The producer did not hold back in their criticism, stating bluntly, “They f***ed us,” highlighting the immense challenges faced in organizing what was supposed to be a groundbreaking event.

The producer alleged that the government was behaving as if they had no prior knowledge of the festival scheduled for May. They pointed out the irony and absurdity of the situation by mentioning, “They posted on X, Instagram, etc., giving their blessing and support, and then only yesterday they claim we have never heard of them — it’s hilarious.” This contradiction raises serious questions about the reliability of the local government’s involvement and support.

The producer, expressing deep skepticism, commented that the government is “lying completely,” showing a lack of faith in their assurances. They further stated, “At this point, we are not hosting any event there, and we plan on making it very public and showcasing all the evidence,” indicating a potential legal dispute and a strong commitment to transparency in the face of adversity.

In a firm declaration, the producer reiterated in the messages, “As of now, we won’t be hosting a festival in Playa.” This statement underscores the dire situation and the significant challenges they face in moving forward with any plans.

Despite this setback, the organizer remains determined and optimistic, declaring, “We’ll move it somewhere else.” However, they did not provide any specific details about alternative locations, and with time running out, the pressure is mounting to secure a new venue for the event.

TMZ obtained these crucial text messages just one day after Billy McFarland had publicly asserted that he and his team were collaborating with Playa Del Carmen to ensure the festival would proceed as planned. He even shared a timeline of alleged interactions with the government to justify his optimism.

His documentation reportedly includes submitted paperwork to the city, email exchanges with officials, and receipts for substantial payments made to secure various necessary permits. This evidence is critical in understanding the complexities involved in organizing such a large-scale event.

Billy publicly posted this documentation shortly after the government of Playa del Carmen issued an official statement declaring that “no such event with that title will occur in our city.” This public denial adds another layer of complexity to the festival’s future.

It’s worth noting that this isn’t the first instance of Mexican authorities denying the occurrence of Fyre Fest in their jurisdiction. Initially, it was reported that the event was set to be held at Isla Mujeres, but the city hall announced in February that no permits had been filed for such an event, raising questions about the legitimacy of the festival’s planning.

Billy has been unwavering in his commitment to ensure that his much-anticipated festival goes ahead, insisting to TMZ in February that it will be run by “real music professionals” and feature “real artists.” Last month, Antonio Brown confirmed to us that he is part of the lineup, although the complete lineup has yet to be officially announced.

There is a significant amount at stake for Fyre Festival 2.0. The world witnessed the disastrous outcome of the original festival in 2017, where it infamously fell apart, leading to Billy McFarland being convicted of fraud and receiving a six-year prison sentence. The fallout from that event still reverberates today, making this new attempt even more scrutinized.

After serving his time, he was released in 2022 and has been actively pursuing a path toward redemption and rehabilitation in the public eye, determined to prove that he can successfully organize an event without the pitfalls that plagued the original festival.