Photo by Alanna Mathers
After suspending performances just before 6 p.m., the Hudson Project announced the event would not resume due to inclement weather.
The announcement prompted widespread disappointment among fans of Sunday headliner Bassnectar, as well as comparisons to other festivals that were undeterred by torrential downpours.
No official notice has been released by police or fire officials, but the reason for the cancellation is likely more rain and lightning in the forecast later tonight.
Fans, fuming from their tents and cars, took to Twitter to voice their displeasure.
Canceled?!? Are you kidding me #HudsonProject ?? You just pissed off thousands of festie goers and @bassnectar fans…
— Marisa Frydman (@MusicalMarisa) July 13, 2014
I guess this will be the one and only #hudsonproject ever! #weak — Jip Spicoli (@jip_spicoli) July 13, 2014
Not leaving till we hear @bassnectar #HudsonProject — Amelia Wistuk ✌ (@_aaamelia) July 13, 2014
@bassnectar we waited all weekend for you if you love us you’ll play!!! #wewantbassnectar #hudsonproject #cancelled — Zack Dahlia (@ZDahl3213) July 13, 2014
Might go to jail for starting a riot FUCK HOU #HUDSONPROJECT — Dr. Bill (@BillRatchet) July 13, 2014
@bassnectar dude the storm has passed. Come play at the #HudsonProject — Katie (@kasiunka_m) July 13, 2014
@bassnectar riot is happening. #HudsonProject — Amber Lee Dems (@amberleedems) July 13, 2014
I want bass @bassnectar #HudsonProject — Alexandra Begane (@Alliegatorxoxo) July 13, 2014
Others were more understanding.
Guys stop hating on the @hudson_project it’s not their fault it rained #HudsonProject — Eli (@eliflagg) July 13, 2014
That’s so horrible. Don’t blame #HudsonProject… They can’t control the weather.
— [ LC ] (@Lancerc8) July 13, 2014
Would’ve been sweet to see @bassnectar but still got to jam to some real cool bands and meet some real cool people #HudsonProject
— Chris DePoala (@chris_depo) July 14, 2014
There were the inevitable house party offers
@bassnectar we have land across street from #Hudsonproject for you to set up call 8457500763 — Aquarius Productions (@aquariusproduct) July 13, 2014
Mandatory turn up time at our house at #hudsonproject. Get here — Benjami (@thebenjami) July 13, 2014
@bassnectar YO WHAT UP DUDE I LIVE 20 MIN AWAY SO FEEL FREE TO COME PLAY/SLEEP AT MY HOUSE LET ME KNOW ASAP MY MOM WILL COOK #HudsonProject
— Conor James (@QonorCuinn) July 14, 2014
The festival may have been a bust for Sunday ticketholders, but those who attended previous nights had a much different take.
Best weekend at #hudsonproject with great friends @ Saugerties, Ny https://t.co/0qv1QFLIhL — Rebecca Brandt (@rebeccabrandt4) July 13, 2014
Best bang for my buck I’ve ever had, before we got 2nd row for Kendrick. See you next July #HudsonProject — Richard (@rick_mcbride147) July 13, 2014
wow #HudsonProject was the best and i am now in post festival depression — ~Kayler~ (@kklotto) July 13, 2014
Seriously having the time of my life and I never want this weekend to end #HudsonProject ?❤️? — lin♡ (@minutes_fade) July 13, 2014
I can finally cross Atmosphere off my bucket list! Best day ever #hudsonproject “I wear my scars… https://t.co/J7mszgQ38U — Jacki Moon (@Jacki_Moonn) July 13, 2014
This weekend could go on forever #HudsonProject — Torin Kearns (@guthrie20) July 13, 2014
When it started down pouring during @BigGigantic last night..actually one of the most magical moments of my life. Thank you. #HudsonProject — Felecia Dillon (@itsme_fele) July 13, 2014
Ugh take me back! #HudsonProject @Excision @flyinglotus @brosafari pic.twitter.com/YC4qY2PrUS — marissa marrapodi (@marissyxo) July 13, 2014
Gonna be tough to come down after this one. That was amazing @hudson_project thanks for having me! #HudsonProject pic.twitter.com/ilDgnrVsyf — The Most Definitely (@themostdefinite) July 13, 2014
these past 2 days / nights have been so dope #HudsonProject — Zach Amato (@zamahtoe) July 13, 2014
Holy shit, the #HudsonProject was crazy last night. — Matt Shields (@mshields417) July 13, 2014
Having the most amazing birthday experience at #HudsonProject — Chris Crumble U$M (@IamChrisCrumble) July 13, 2014
What a dope second day of the #hudsonproject ? — Jill McGarrity (@jillmcg48) July 13, 2014
Wow. Justt wow #unreal #hudsonproject — Salina (@salinan0tgomez) July 13, 2014
Basically everything and everyone today was awesome #HudsonProject — Emily (@emchurchy79) July 13, 2014
.@mynameisGRiZ has a bunch of dancing sardines. This place is packed. #HudsonProject — Upstate Danie (@oohdaniegirl) July 13, 2014
If you didn’t go to #HudsonProject this weekend. I don’t know what the fuck you are doing with your life. I really dont — sketchysteve (@piffypiffpiff) July 13, 2014