First night of Dundee Hogmanay cancelled due to "disappointing" ticket sales

Dundee’s first Hogmanay party in 20 years will be scaled back to one-night, instead of two, because of poor ticket sales.

The band Squeeze were due to perform on Monday 30 December – but this has been cancelled and the party will now be a one-night affair.

Organiser say “disappointing” ticket sales are to blame and that the focus will switch to Tuesday 31 December.

This will take place in City Square and feature an outdoor concert with Eddi Reader and The View’s Kyle Falconer among those performing.

Jill Gibson from GMC Ventures said, “We’re delighted by the interest in Hogmanay and with the sales to date.

“There’s also been huge interest in the family activities during the day, with a staggering 1400 free tickets reserved already and lots of news of what’s on offer being unveiled later this month.

“However, with the real buzz around Hogmanay rather than the Monday evening, we’ve decided that’s where our efforts should lie.

“As a ‘not for profit event’ and the first one we as a company have organised, we’re ambitious yet realistic.

“This was never about making money and all about giving Dundee a Hogmanay to remember so this decision allows us to concentrate on that key date, with something for everyone.

“We also want to maximise any money raised for our chosen charities by minimising losses on the event as a whole.

“We’re encouraging everyone to get involved, and support the event, allowing Dundee to see the year out in style.

“Naturally, we are sorry to disappoint those who had bought tickets for Squeeze but would hope that, by making this decision now, they can make alternative plans and perhaps consider coming along on Hogmanay instead.”

Anyone who bought a ticket for the event, or a two-day ticket, will receive a refund.

Organisers also say anyone who bought tickets for Monday 30 December can have them transferred to the following night.

Any profits from the event will be split between three charities – Dundee Women’s Aid, Art Angel and Wellbeing Works.