The Eurovision Song Contest 70th anniversary tour across Europe has been unexpectedly canceled by the EBU, which has not disclosed the reasons behind the decision.
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has announced the unexpected cancellation of the tour celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Eurovision Song Contest. The tour was set to visit ten cities across Europe during the summer, featuring notable artists such as Norway's Alessandra, Australia's Guy Sebastian, Ireland's Johnny Logan, Britain's Katrina, Ukraine's Vjerka Serdjutลกka, and Finland's Lordi, along with some representatives from this year's contestants. Despite the excitement surrounding the event, EBU has cited 'unexpected challenges' that could not be resolved, leading to the cancellation.
In a statement, EBU mentioned that fans who purchased tickets for the tour will receive refunds, providing some reassurance amid the disappointment of the cancellation. Many anticipated the summer tour as a way to celebrate Eurovision's rich history with live performances from iconic artists. However, the lack of detailed explanations regarding the challenges faced has raised questions among fans and stakeholders, many of whom were looking forward to the events that aimed to honor the legacy of Eurovision.
Additionally, despite the tour's cancellation, Lordi's concert schedule still lists performances during June, suggesting that the group may pursue individual touring options. Iltalehti reached out to Lordi's international booking representative for further information, indicating ongoing excitement and interest in Eurovision-themed performances, even if the collaborative tour has been laid to rest for now. The implications of this cancellation may extend to the overall planning and perception of future Eurovision-related events and performances.
