AllTheFeels returned home to Boston on Sunday, July 20. Marketed as their biggest local event yet, it was intended to cap off a successful tour run and bring the city together in celebration. However, the event took an unexpected turn.
According to the AllTheFeels team, the event, billed as the first-ever R&B block party under their banner, encountered significant operational challenges that disrupted both the experience and the organizers’ expectations.
In an official statement shared on social media, organizers described the day as “extremely disappointing,” citing a range of issues that arose despite extensive planning. Over the past three months, AllTheFeels said they worked closely with the city to secure proper permits and meet all logistical requirements. Security was contracted for the event, but, according to the statement, the team was not adequately prepared for the turnout and crowd management demands.
The organizers emphasized that the gates were not closed due to capacity limitations, but rather due to multiple breaches and escalating tension on site, which prompted security to shut down access out of caution.
In the aftermath, the team was quick to address the community. In a public message, they acknowledged the disappointment and took a direct, transparent stance:
“1. WE HEAR YOU AND IF YOU WANT A REFUND WE GOT YOU. WE ARE FOR THE PEOPLE FIRST!!
- As an alternative we have a make-up outdoor event scheduled for 8/3 at a new outdoor location & that will be announced this week.
- For those of you who could not get in please DM us with your ticket to be added to the guest list for free entry to that event.”
The statement was met with a mix of continued frustration and appreciation for the organizers’ accountability.
While Sunday’s event may not have unfolded as planned, AllTheFeels appears committed to turning the experience around — with a new date, new location, and open communication moving forward.
More details regarding the August 3 make-up event are expected to be announced in the coming days via AllTheFeels’ official social media channels.
