Alice in Winterland 2023 Holiday Concert in San Jose Abruptly Canceled
The highly anticipated Alice in Winterland 2023 holiday concert, which was set to take place in San Jose on December 1, has been abruptly canceled. Fans were disappointed by the news, as they were eagerly awaiting performances by country rapper Jelly Roll and mom-rock band Train. The concert, organized by radio station Alice 97.3, was a beloved Bay Area tradition and a popular event for teenagers during the holiday season.
The tradition of teen holiday concerts in the Bay Area dates back to the days of Live 105 Not So Silent Night, which used to be a December staple on the alt-pop concert calendar. Alice in Winterland emerged as a rival event to Not So Silent Night, featuring artists like John Mayer and Ed Sheeran. However, Not So Silent Night ended after its final show in 2017, and now it seems that Alice in Winterland may meet the same fate.
The cancellation of Alice in Winterland 2023 came as a surprise to many. The concert was scheduled to take place at the SAP Center in San Jose, with a lineup that included Jelly Roll, Train, and Benson Boone. Alice 97.3 announced the cancellation on their parent company’s website, attributing it to unforeseen circumstances. They expressed their disappointment and assured ticket holders that refunds could be obtained at the original point of purchase.
Alice in Winterland has been a cherished event since its inception in 1999, often held at smaller San Francisco clubs like Bimbo’s 365 or the Masonic. The concert took a hiatus for a couple of years due to the COVID-19 pandemic but returned last year with a show at the SAP Center featuring One Republic and John Mayer.
Speculations surround the reasons for the cancellation, with some suggesting that the organizers may have faced challenges in filling the 18,000-seat venue in San Jose. Others speculate that Bay Area ticket sales may not have met the expectations of corporate radio monopolies. Interestingly, another similar event, the Wild 94.9 Jingle Ball organized by iHeart Radio, is scheduled to visit 11 cities this year, but no Bay Area cities are included on the tour.
Despite the disappointment surrounding the cancellation of Alice in Winterland, fans can now look forward to next year’s edition. Alice 97.3 expressed their eagerness to see everyone again in the future. While the reasons for the cancellation remain unclear, it is clear that the Bay Area music scene may be evolving, and fans will have to wait to see what the future holds.
In conclusion, the unexpected cancellation of the Alice in Winterland 2023 holiday concert in San Jose has left many disappointed. The Bay Area tradition, which began in 1999, was eagerly awaited by fans who were looking forward to performances by Jelly Roll, Train, and Benson Boone. The reasons for the cancellation are unknown, but Alice 97.3 has assured fans that refunds are available for ticket holders. Despite this setback, music enthusiasts can look forward to the return of Alice in Winterland next year.
