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Roadburn 2020 Issues COVID-19 Update

Let’s assume that if Roadburn 2020 is allowed to proceed at all as scheduled, it will do so in drastically different form due to the ongoing global pandemic of COVID-19. That seems pretty safe to say. I am sorry I have no insider info to give you as to whether the fest is happening — I’ve been proceeding with Weirdo Canyon Dispatch as if it is, which is to say, I’ve been feeling anxious and overwhelmed — but I also know that this kind of thing is legitimately unprecedented, for the festival and governments worldwide alike. As bad as the flu gets, it’s been a while since words like “global pandemic” have been bandied about not in hyperbole or speculation.

The update is essentially that Roadburn is hurrying up and waiting. Like all of us, everywhere, for everything, to see how all of this is going to play out. For what it’s worth in terms of reading between the lines, this is the first word I’m seeing of any kind of effort to reschedule the festival, though of course, I’d have no idea what that would look like either, or when it would happen, if it would be the 013 or at least some of the same bands, who who the hell knows what. The point I’m making is I don’t, and I don’t think they do either. If they did, they’d probably say so.

Here’s the update:

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Thank you for your patience these last few days, we know that it is not easy to wait for answers and be met with silence. As you will hopefully be aware, it is not in our nature to be closed off from you – we have always taken pride in open and transparent communication. We are relieved to be able to bring you something of an update, although we are aware that it won’t answer all your questions immediately.

The world we are living in today is dramatically different to that of just a few weeks ago – we are all trying to adjust to an altered daily life, and alongside the personal stresses of that, we have been desperately seeking a way to keep Roadburn on its feet. You will know that for us, this is a labour of love and the impact of the current situation is already devastating for us. We are fortunate to have the support of the 013 venue who – as you may be aware – operate as the business side of the festival (they take care of the financial, legal, and logistic elements). The message below is from the interim CEO of the 013 venue, and at present this is the extent of what we are able to share with you.

We are grateful for your support and understanding, and hopeful that we will come out the other side of this even stronger.

– Walter, Becky & the whole Roadburn team

ROADBURN UPDATE: 18 MARCH, 2020

Due to the COVID-19 virus, there are currently restrictions on travel, events and venues which are having an effect on concerts and festivals the world over. We understand that Roadburn attendees have a lot of questions – about health, safety, risks, restrictions, travel arrangements and more. We are in constant contact with officials, advisors and others, and we are working solidly to provide as much information, as quickly as possible.

This is not just the first time in Roadburn’s 22 years that we have faced something like this, it is the first time in our lives. We are required to wait for direction from the Dutch government to determine our next steps. That direction may have consequences for the continuation of Roadburn 2020. As a sustainable future for Roadburn is our primary goal, we’re now looking into the best options. It might be that we have to reschedule.

We kindly ask for your understanding in this exceptional situation. As soon as there are new developments we will inform you.

Peter van der Aalst / Interim CEO, 013 venue.

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One Response to “Roadburn 2020 Issues COVID-19 Update”

  1. Arthur says:

    I am Dutch and have been following all this very closely. Personally I am 100% convinced that Roadburn will not be allowed to proceed as planned.

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