In a remarkable display of demand, presale tickets for Coldplay's extra concert in Hong Kong on April 8, 2024, were snapped up almost instantly. Fans reported waiting in virtual queues for over 30 minutes, with many eager attendees struggling to secure their spots. Rachel Ball, who had faced previous failures in purchasing tickets, successfully acquired hers amid the frenzy. The additional concert was announced due to 'incredible demand' following the sellout of the original shows scheduled for April 9, 11, and 12. Ticket prices for the event range from HK$399 to HK$6,599, reflecting the high interest in the band's performances. General ticket sales are set to commence on December 6, 2024, at 3 PM, while hotel packages will be available through Klook starting December 5, 2024, at 10 AM [87a5a807].
Meanwhile, the One Love Asia Festival in Hong Kong is facing its own set of challenges. Originally scheduled for June 21 to 23 at the Central Harbourfront, the festival has been relocated to the Asia-World Expo's Runway 11 indoor venue and rescheduled for June 29 to July 1 due to unstable weather conditions. The artist lineup has also changed, with Joey Yung Cho-yee, Gareth T., and Bestards replacing Lala Hsu, Stefanie Sun, and Power Station. This has left many fans frustrated, especially those who had already made travel arrangements for the original dates. Lawmaker Vincent Cheng Wing-shun has called for compensation for ticket holders affected by the changes, while organizers have offered refunds or exchanges for those unable to attend the rescheduled event [0886dd31].