In a statement somewhat unfortunately released on April Fool’s Day, the Nateva Music and Camping Festival has been canceled. The festival was slated to take place in Oxford, ME from August 4-7. Nateva’s founder Frank Chandler explains, “In the end, it’s all about being able to put forth a first rate event that everyone can be proud of and that our customers can enjoy. We just don’t have the confidence to go forward at this time. After an epic inaugural year, we have found ourselves struggling at every turn as we have tried to push forward with preparations for this summer.”

The Nateva site offers some more info:

The challenges in assembling our lineup of bands, a lack of certain venue permits, a very crowded summer festival schedule and slower than predicted ticket sales have all contributed to our decision to cancel Nateva this summer. In the end, it’s all about being able to put forth a first rate event that everyone can be proud of and that our customers can enjoy. We just don’t have the confidence to go forward at this time. Refunds in the amount of the ticket face value and per-ticket fees for tickets already purchased will be processed via the credit card that you made your purchase with. You can expect to see this refund reflected on your next statement, depending upon your billing cycle.

Chandler indicates that the festival hopes to return in the years to come.