Chris Mitrovich, founder of the annual Grateful Dead-themed music festival, said Tuesday that “SKULL & ROSES 6” was canceled, citing “financial devastation from the 2023 show.” ...

There had been earlier signs of possible financial strain on Skull & Roses. Attendance at the festival held in April 2023 was down, according to fairgrounds officials.

VENTURA, Calif.-The 6th Skull & Roses that was supposed to happen on April 19-21 has been canceled. Last year Phil Lesh headlined the multi-day show on a revolving stage in the Ventura County ...