Merriweather Post Pavilion Won't Open Just Yet Despite Easing Of COVID-19 Restrictions

COLUMBIA, Md. (WJZ) -- Concert venues can now open at half capacity, but that doesn't necessarily mean the music will start any time soon.

Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia will remain closed for now.

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The outdoor venue can hold nearly 20,000 people, but a spokeswoman said opening up at half capacity doesn't make sense financially.

She added there's no way to make a prediction about the summer concert season because it all depends on vaccine distribution.

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