How did the COVID-19 pandemic impact US events in 2021?

In 2021, the COVID-19 pandemic continued to impact events in the United States, with many either being canceled, postponed, or held virtually. Large gatherings such as concerts, sporting events, and festivals were significantly affected by the pandemic.

Some of the most high-profile events that were impacted by the pandemic include the Summer Olympics, which were postponed from 2020 to 2021 and held without spectators in Tokyo, Japan. The NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, also known as March Madness, was held in a bubble environment with limited fans. The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and Stagecoach Country Music Festival were both canceled for the second year in a row. Major League Baseball also had to reschedule games due to COVID-19 outbreaks among teams.

Overall, the pandemic has greatly affected the events industry in the United States, with many organizers adapting to the situation by holding virtual events or implementing strict safety protocols for in-person gatherings.