Glasgow's Riverside Festival cancelled because of rising costs and “lower-than-expected sales"
It had been due to take place at the end of May and to be headlined by Scottish duo LF System.
Last updated 4th May 2024
A popular electronic music festival in Glasgow has been cancelled because of increasing costs.
The organisers of the Riverside Festival have confirmed what they've called the “extremely difficult decision" on social media - also citing “lower-than-expected sales"
It had been due to take place at the end of May and to be headlined by Scottish duo LF System.
A spokesperson for the festival said:
A spokesperson for the Riverside Festival said: “It is with deep regret and heavy hearts that we’ve taken the extremely difficult decision to cancel this year’s Riverside Festival.
“With lower-than-expected sales and increased infrastructure, staff, transport, and artist costs, all in an over-saturated event landscape, we could not deliver the festival to our usual high standards.
“We understand how upsetting this is for those of you who have bought tickets, and we sincerely thank you all for your continued support.
“Full refunds will be available from Skiddle & Resident Advisor within 5 working days.
“For those of you committed to dancing Clydeside, all is not lost! We’re putting together two massive shows at the museum for you, taking place on Aug 31 and Sept 1.