Sour note for fans after Taiwanese rock band Mayday switches Hong Kong date
Taiwanese rock band Mayday cancels Hong Kong date, disrupting travel plans for mainland and overseas fans.
Hong Kong's Consumer Council is fielding complaints after Taiwanese rock band Mayday abruptly cancelled one of its upcoming concerts. The group's record label, B'in Music, announced the March 24 show at Kai Tak Sports Park would be scrapped, replaced by an additional performance on March 29 as part of the 'Mayday #5525+1 Live Tour.' The band cited an internal assessment to ensure the best possible show quality for each date. However, this last-minute switch has caused significant logistical headaches for attendees.
As of Tuesday afternoon, the watchdog had received 24 formal complaints, with 16 coming from fans outside Hong Kong, including mainland China and overseas. The total amount disputed is HK$63,613, with the single largest claim being HK$6,700. Complaints center on the organizer's failure to properly reschedule for affected consumers and the disruption to pre-booked travel and accommodation. The Consumer Council has urged the organizers to handle the matter properly and consider alternative solutions for impacted fans.
- Mayday's record company B'in Music cancelled the March 24 Hong Kong concert, adding a new date on March 29.
- Hong Kong's Consumer Council received 24 complaints totaling HK$63,613, with two-thirds from non-local fans.
- The primary grievances involve disrupted travel and hotel arrangements for fans who specifically traveled to Hong Kong for the show.
Why It Matters
Highlights the consumer protection challenges and financial fallout from last-minute changes to major international entertainment events.