From Rolling Stone · Charisma Madarang · · 1m
Oceans Calling Festival Canceled
Weather forces Oceans Calling Festival to cancel opening day.
In brief
Weather forces Oceans Calling Festival to cancel opening day. Oceans Calling Festival canceled Friday's performances due to severe weather risks, with refunds for affected tickets and weekend shows still scheduled. Originally reported by Rolling Stone.
Opening Day Canceled
Oceans Calling Festival's opening day has been canceled due to severe weather risks.
Weather Conditions
A nor'easter expected to bring strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding along the East Coast led to the cancellation.
Affected Artists
Dave Matthews Band, Hootie and the Blowfish, Ludacris, Yellowcard, Liz Phair, Shaggy, and O.A.R. were canceled.
Refund Details
One-day Friday tickets and 33 percent of 3-day tickets purchased through Front Gate Tickets will be refunded within 30 days.
Safety Statement
Organizers stated that weather and beach erosion made it impossible to safely complete the build for Friday's performances.
Weekend Shows Still On
Saturday and Sunday performances remain scheduled as organizers work to improve conditions for the weekend.
The short version
Oceans Calling Festival canceled Friday's performances due to severe weather risks, with refunds for affected tickets and weekend shows still scheduled.
