ZURICH, Switzerland (CelebrityAccess) — Simply weeks earlier than the gate was attributable to open, organizers for Switzerland’s Vibiscum Pageant introduced that the occasion is not going to be going down in 2024.
Occasion organizers introduced the choice in a publish shared on the occasion’s web site:
It’s with a heavy coronary heart that we announce immediately the cancellation of our long-awaited third version. This determination was not taken flippantly, however sadly, present circumstances drive us to surrender this occasion that we cherished a lot.
Organizers cited low ticket gross sales for the cancellation, stating that the dearth of fan enthusiasm made it not possible for the occasion to cowl the prices of artists and distributors for 2024.
The assertion continued, noting:
After the primary two editions, we needed to enhance ticket costs to cowl the rising prices of organizing the competition. We’re conscious that this enhance might have dissuaded some individuals from collaborating on this journey, and we’re deeply sorry for this.
We additionally perceive that this yr’s programming might not have generated as a lot pleasure as we hoped. It has change into more and more tough to seek out well-known artists at reasonably priced costs, particularly those that haven’t not too long ago carried out within the space.
We’re deeply dissatisfied and saddened not to have the ability to understand our dream of providing the inhabitants of Vevey the competition they deserve and stay, regardless of every little thing, pleased with the primary two editions.
Moreover, in making the announcement, competition organizers mentioned they had been unable to offer refunds for followers who’ve bought tickets to this yr’s now-canceled occasion.
As a result of monetary difficulties we face, we remorse to tell you that we’re unable to offer ticket refunds at the moment. We perceive that this can be irritating and we sincerely apologize for this case.
Nonetheless, occasion organizers continued, noting that they’re searching for a “truthful resolution” for followers who did buy occasion passes.
We promise to maintain you knowledgeable of any vital developments. Your persistence and understanding is tremendously appreciated as we work tirelessly to resolve this case. We thanks to your continued assist and loyalty to the Vibiscum Pageant Vevey.