Ibiza Rocks, a renowned hotel and live music venue in Ibiza, has made the difficult decision to cancel its upcoming events following the tragic deaths of two British men on its premises. The first victim, 19-year-old Gary Kelly, died on Monday after falling from a balcony, which authorities suggest was accidental. The second, 26-year-old Evan Thomson from Aberdeen, passed away earlier this month while vacationing with friends.
The venue expressed its devastation and announced a temporary suspension of its scheduled events out of respect for the victims and their families. In a statement, Ibiza Rocks emphasized, “The safety and wellbeing of our guests has, and always will remain, our highest priority.” Meanwhile, the UK Foreign Office confirmed its support for the families affected and is in contact with local authorities regarding the incidents.
Gary Kelly, who played ice hockey for Dundee Stars, was honored by the club for his talent and promise, with heartfelt tributes pouring in from the hockey community and beyond. His death came just weeks after that of Evan Thomson, whose mother shared her heartbreak on social media, revealing the tragic circumstances of her son's passing while on holiday.
Despite plans for a busy summer event calendar, including performances from big names like Dizzee Rascal and a highly anticipated appearance from Rudimental later in the month, Ibiza Rocks has not disclosed the number of events being canceled but intends to keep affected customers informed via email.
The venue, located in San Antonio, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, known for providing hotel accommodations alongside music offerings and vibrant day parties. In light of the recent tragedies, the community is mourning the loss of two young lives while the venue reassesses its event schedule and safety measures moving forward.
