An annual cultural festival held in Springfield, Ohio, has been canceled following dozens of bomb threats against the city, whose immigration population has been the target of racist conspiracy theories in recent weeks.

The decision to cancel Springfields CultureFest was made to prevent any potential risks to attendees, staff, vendors and volunteers, the city said in an announcement Monday.

We deeply regret having to cancel CultureFest, as we know it is a beloved event for our community, said City Manager Bryan Heck. However, the safety of our residents and visitors must come first.

It wasnt clear if any threats were made directly against the festival. Attempts to reach city officials for comment Monday were not immediately successful.