The iconic alternative, indie, pop punk, hardcore, metal, ska, emo traveling music festival, Vans Warped Tour, is unfortunately coming to a final year the upcoming summer of 2018. Just a couple hours ago, Founder Kevin Lyman, made the following statement:
"Today, with many mixed feelings, I am here to announce that next year will be the final, full cross-country run of the Vans Warped Tour. We cannot thank you enough for making Warped Tour the highlight of your summer for the past 23 summers. For one final run - we will see you on the road and in the pit!"
We're not very stoked on the news, as this event has helped grow many legendary artists to date including Sublime, My Chemical Romance, No Doubt, Katy Perry, Beck, along with a plethora of new age genres of music the youth has helped contribute keep alive.
Vans Warped Tour was more than one day fest, it was something to look forward to year round, and a new opportunity to promote, perform, volunteer, travel, better yourself, find an outlet, etc. for many people around the world. Please take a look at the final Vans Warped Tour dates below and stay informed for all detailed regarding our hometown, the last official day of Warped Tour Sunday August, 5th in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Warped will also be celebrating their 25th Anniversary at a one location festival in 2019 , which might be something we can all look forward to have consecutive years ahead.
Read the official statement by Kevin Lyman in it's entirety here and view the recently released schedule here. BE READY!