Bon Jovi cancels summer tour due to COVID-19 pandemic

WPVI logo
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Bon Jovi cancels summer 2020 tour
Bon Jovi cancels summer 2020 tour

Bon Jovi's summer tour has officially been canceled.

The tour had already been postponed due to the pandemic.

Coronavirus: Cancellations, suspensions and shortages related to the global virus outbreak

In a statement Monday, the band says they decided to cancel entirely, allowing ticketholders to get refunds to help pay their bills or buy groceries.

The statement adds Bon Jovi looks forward to seeing everyone again on tour when "we can all safely be together."

No dates in the Philadelphia area had been announced prior the cancellation.

Jon Bon Jovi is one of the New Jerseyans taking part in the star-studded charity concert called "Jersey 4 Jersey."

RELATED: Star-studded fundraiser announced to benefit New Jersey Pandemic Fund- Airing on 6abc

It supports the New Jersey Pandemic Relief Fund.

You can watch the special event Wednesday at 7 p.m. on 6abc.

Statement from Bon Jovi regarding Bon Jovi 2020 tour:

"Due to the ongoing global pandemic, it is no longer feasible for Bon Jovi to tour this summer. Given these difficult times, we have made the decision to cancel the tour entirely. This will enable ticketholders to get refunds to help pay their bills or buy groceries. These are trying times. You've always been there for us and we'll always be there for you. We look forward to seeing everyone again on tour when we can all safely be together. We will continue to send out news and updates on Bon Jovi touring in the weeks and months to come."

MORE COVID-19 COVERAGE

Skin rashes emerge as possible symptom of COVID-19, dermatologists say

Mother & daughter nurse team takes on COVID-19 at Temple University Hospital

Delaware County workers going home after 28 days making COVID-19 protective gear

Pet owners note behavioral changes in their cats and dogs during the coronavirus pandemic

The NHL's coronavirus pause: Possible playoff host cities, virtual draft, player concerns and more

All Pennsylvanians now required to wear masks to enter essential businesses

Understanding the risky combination of diabetes and the coronavirus

MORE RESOURCES

Keeping Reusable Shopping Bags Sanitized and Germ-Free during COVID-19 Outbreak

How to get groceries, supplies, takeout, online workouts and home projects while quarantine

Things for everyone to do to pass the time at home

Great homeschooling and educational resources for parents and students

Free 6abc printable activities for kids to do at home

Work from home: Here are some companies hiring remote workers

CONNECT WITH US

Share your coronavirus story with Action News

Complete coronavirus coverage from Action News