Welcome To Rockville extends curfew following severe weather threat
Welcome To Rockville has been given permission to extend tonight’s curfew after severe weather pushed back the festival’s door time.
The festival tweeted earlier today that doors would be opening at noon due to approaching severe weather. About one hour later, it was announced that doors would not be opening at noon and fans were advised to take cover and wait for further information.
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The first announcement was made earlier today, alerting fans that the threat of severe weather had caused doors to be pushed back.
Due to severe weather approaching, doors will open at 12pm today. Please remain in your vehicle. Do not line up at the gates. Standby for further updates. Thank you for your patience. @JSOPIO @JAXREADY pic.twitter.com/HNcdRxtvtu
— WelcomeToRockville (@RockvilleFest) May 5, 2019
A short while later the festival announced doors would not be opening at that time as a concern to the safety of artists and fans.
Weather Update:
Severe weather is approaching. For the safety of fans, artists and staff, doors will not open at 12pm.
Please standby for further information.
Thank you for your patience.@JSOPIO @JaxReady pic.twitter.com/VXnZVsEpJg
— WelcomeToRockville (@RockvilleFest) May 5, 2019
Fans were advised to stay in their hotels and vehicles as the severe weather approached, stating they would keep everyone updated as things develop.
PLEASE stay in your hotels or vehicles for your safety. We will continue to keep you updated. Thank you again for your patience and cooperation. @JSOPIO @JAXREADY pic.twitter.com/RPW27cbyim
— WelcomeToRockville (@RockvilleFest) May 5, 2019
Judging from photos posted by festival attendees, things look pretty intense.
Fortunately for Rockville fans, the city of Jacksonville gave the festival permission to extend tonight’s curfew The festival stated they were currently working on adjusted set times and an official door opening time.
FESTIVAL UPDATE:
The city of Jacksonville has allowed us to extend tonight’s curfew.
We are working on new set times and an official door opening time. The show will go on! Please remain sheltered in your vehicles. We will continue to keep you updated. @JSOPIO @JaxReady pic.twitter.com/9F4SQOEhzn
— WelcomeToRockville (@RockvilleFest) May 5, 2019
Tool, Bring Me The Horizon, YUNGBLUD and more were scheduled to perform at the festival today.
Florida’s biggest rock ‘n’ roll party just got bigger… again! We’re excited to welcome @interruptweets @hyrothehero, @LTTorchBand & @DGAband to Rockville in May. You DON’T want to miss out on this weekend. ?
Grab your tickets NOW! ?https://t.co/L4vYkrxtK6 pic.twitter.com/tyEGmu6113
— WelcomeToRockville (@RockvilleFest) January 25, 2019
The doors are tentatively opening at 3:30 P.M.
FESTIVAL UPDATE: We are tentatively opening the doors at 3:30PM. Thank you again for your continued patience and cooperation. Please approach the gates calmly. Our staff is working as fast as they can. Almost time to rock! pic.twitter.com/fuSPVAmpVa
— WelcomeToRockville (@RockvilleFest) May 5, 2019
Are you currently waiting out the weather at Welcome To Rockville? What’s your worst weather-related festival story? Sound off in the comments below!
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