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OXFORD — After a successful inaugural festival that included big-name bands like Furthur, the Flaming Lips and moe., the Nateva Music and Camping Festival has canceled plans for a return to the Oxford Fairgrounds in August.

Promoter Frank Chandler said he scrubbed plans because of slow ticket sales and a crowded summer schedule.

The festival was set for Aug. 4-7. Customers who purchased tickets through natevafestival.com will automatically receive refunds to the credit card used at the time of purchase in the amount of the ticket face value and per-ticket fees, Chandler said in a press release.

“In the end, it’s all about being able to put forth a first-rate event that everyone can be proud of and that our customers can enjoy. We just don’t have the confidence to go forward at this time,” Chandler said in a statement.

“After an epic inaugural year, we have found ourselves struggling at every turn as we have tried to push forward with preparations for this summer.”

Bob Keyes writes about the visual and performing arts for the Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram. He appreciates that his job requires him to visit museums and attend plays and concerts across...

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