Fans of Byron Bay’s popular Bluesfest festival have been left angry after fake pages attempting to scam them appeared online.
A Facebook page, created in November 2023, imitates the official festival page and, at first glance, looks very convincing.
It offers full video replays and live streams for sale, but that material is not actually delivered once paid for, and some fans are scammed after handing over their credit card information.
Complaints on the page include fans who have had their credit cards flagged by their banks, while others have had scam alerts set off.
“Now my credit card has been blocked by (the) bank, very frustrating,” one person wrote on the fake page, according to Adelaide now.
Fans of popular Byron Bay festival Bluesfest have been left angry after fake pages attempting to scam them appeared online. Jimmy Barnes is pictured at Bluesfest
A Facebook page, created in November 2023, imitates the official festival page and, at first glance, looks very convincing. The fake page is in the photo.
“Is this why all my scam security measures are shutting down my accounts?” another commented.
Bluesfest organizers were informed of the scam and issued a statement to fans this week, urging caution.
“We have noticed an increase in fake pages, groups and events claiming to be associated with our beloved Bluesfest,” the statement reads.
“We want to remind everyone that there is ONLY ONE official Bluesfest page,” he continued.
Bluesfest organizers were informed of the scam and issued a statement to fans this week, urging caution. The photo shows the official Bluesfest page.
Complaints on the page include fans who have had their credit cards flagged by their banks, while others have had scam alerts set off. The photo shows the fans of the festival.
‘We do not do live broadcasts of our events. Any page or group offering live streaming is not affiliated with us.
‘Take personal responsibility when using your credit card online. Always make sure you are on the official Bluesfest website before making any purchases or donations.
Performers at this year’s annual event, which attracts 100,000 music lovers, include Jimmy Barnes, Tom Jones, Elvis Costello, Peter Garrett & The Alter Egos and Rickie Lee Jones.
It took place between March 28 and April 1 at Byron Events Farm in New South Wales.
Performers at this year’s annual event, which attracts 100,000 music lovers, include Jimmy Barnes, Tom Jones, Elvis Costello and Peter Garrett & The Alter Egos (pictured).