Snoop Dogg Cancels New Zealand Show Over Promoter Scandal
- Snoop Dogg cancelled his New Zealand concert three days before the scheduled event due to the promoter’s sexual assault conviction.
- Pato Alvarez, the promoter, was found guilty in 2023 on two sexual offense charges, recently made public.
- The cancellation affects not only Snoop Dogg’s show but highlights broader industry concerns about promoter conduct.
- Refunds are being managed automatically for ticket holders ensuring minimal inconvenience.
Hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg has abruptly cancelled his highly anticipated New Zealand concert, scheduled for September 20, 2025, just three days before the event. This cancellation follows the public revelation that the show’s promoter, Pato Alvarez, was convicted of sexual crimes, prompting a swift fallout and widespread calls for boycott of events he promoted.
The unexpected turn has sent shockwaves through New Zealand’s entertainment scene, leaving fans disappointed yet reflective on the serious nature of the surrounding controversy.
Originally planned as a unique double performance featuring both Snoop Dogg’s legendary hits and a DJ set by his alter-ego DJ Snoopadelic, the Auckland show was promoted as a first-class musical event. However, on September 16, 4ward Entertainment the promoter group responsible for the event announced the cancellation citing “circumstances beyond our control.”
This came after the promoter, Pato Alvarez, was publicly identified and linked to several charges, including multiple sexual assault allegations, which have severely affected the event’s credibility and viability. Refunds for the cancelled concert are being processed automatically through the ticketing platform Eventfinda, alleviating some concerns for ticket holders.
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Pato Alvarez, a known figure within New Zealand’s entertainment industry and the promoter for Snoop Dogg’s intended concert, was recently named in connection with serious sexual assault accusations involving multiple women. After a lengthy 12-week trial in 2023, Alvarez was acquitted of 23 charges but found guilty on two counts, including indecent assault and attempted unlawful sexual connection related to a babysitter.
He was sentenced to 12 months’ home detention, a decision that only surfaced publicly this year after his unsuccessful attempt to keep his identity and case details sealed by the courts. This case’s exposure has generated significant public backlash, with widespread calls to boycott events associated with Alvarez.
Impact on New Zealand Music Events and Industry ReputationAlvarez’s conviction has cast a shadow not only over this high-profile cancellation but also other events he was involved with, including the cancelled Juicy Festival, which faced issues with liquor licensing and promoter reputation.
The fallout from the case is causing industry-wide reverberations, with artists and fans alike reconsidering the ethics of event partnerships. Promoters’ personal conduct is now under heightened scrutiny, and the incident serves as a cautionary tale about thorough vetting and accountability in live event organization.
Snoop Dogg’s Artistic Response and Future EngagementsWhile there has been no formal statement from Snoop Dogg’s team regarding the cancellation beyond the promoter’s announcement, the rapper is scheduled to appear at the AFL Grand Final in Australia just days after the cancelled New Zealand event. This suggests that his focus remains on continuing his tour but distancing himself from the controversy.
Snoop Dogg’s team had reportedly contacted Alvarez to arrange the New Zealand performance, indicating the promoter’s initially legitimate dealings before legal troubles escalated.
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Last Updated on September 17, 2025 by 247 News Around The World
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