Grupo Firme Cancels US Concert: Visa Issues Cast Shadow on La Onda Fest

Grupo Firme's Napa Valley Concert Canceled Due to US Visa Issues Napa Valley, CA – Popular Mexican band Grupo Firme will not be performing at La Onda Fest on June 1st, 2025, as announced on their official social media. The band cited administrative processing of their US visas by the US Embassy as the reason for their inability to attend. The cancellation has left fans disappointed, highlighting the complexities of international travel and performance for musical acts. "Grupo Firme no se presentará el 1 de junio en La Onda Fest en Napa Valley, CA. Actualmente las VISAS de Grupo Firme y el equipo de Music VIP se encuentran en Proceso Administrativo por parte de la Embajada de los Estados Unidos, situación que hace imposible que la presentación de Grupo Firme en La Onda Fest como se tenía planeada. Lamentamos los inconvenientes que esto pueda ocasionar." This statement, posted by Grupo Firme, underscores the unforeseen circumstances that prevented the performance. While the exact reasons behind the visa processing remain unclear, the incident raises questions about the challenges faced by international artists seeking to perform in the US. The cancellation serves as a reminder of the bureaucratic hurdles that can impact cultural events. Fans eagerly await further updates from Grupo Firme regarding their future US performances.