Thousands attended Foam Wonderland at the Cuthbert Amphitheater on Saturday, an annual rave known for DJs, dancing and lots of foam sprayed on the audience; goggles are suggested.
However, one of the biggest headliners, Borgore, couldn’t show up due to a canceled flight, and many of the concert-goers are still waiting to get a refund.
Borgore, an Israeli producer and DJ, wrote in a tweet on the night of the show, “Unfortunately due to mechanical failure on the jet, I am not going to make it to Foam Wonderland tonight. Trust that we have exhausted absolutely all options possible.” He also wrote that he rarely misses shows and wishes everyone at the event a safe and fun night.
Attendees were informed of his absence between songs while one of the openers performed. Some were surprised and upset while others just kept dancing.
“It was a moment of absolute disbelief. I couldn’t believe it was actually happening,” said UO sophomore Ben Ailstock.
Attendees were told that they could receive a refund if they went to the ticket booth before 9 p.m. that night. Attendees were asked to leave the event after returning their tickets, which were priced at around 50 dollars each. Many people chose to return their tickets but many stayed to see the other performers.
Ailstock chose to get a refund. “The cost of the ticket isn’t cheap, and really you’re paying for the headliner,” he said. He waited in line for about an hour and a half to get his name written down in a notebook by staff at the Cuthbert. He said he has not received a refund yet. “It wasn’t very organized. I’m not expecting my money back for a while.”
DJs Party Favor and Arius extended their sets to fill the time that was supposed to be occupied by Borgore.
For Tomer Vagner, UO Freshman and third-time returner to Foam Wonderland, it was still a great experience. He explained that even though Borgore couldn’t make it, he didn’t choose to get a refund. “Either we can exit and get a refund or party it up,” he said.
The event was presented by Red Cube and Crowdsurf. Neither company was available for comment.
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