Oswego trustees have opted to maintain the same ticket prices for concerts at Venue 1012 during the 2024 season as they were in 2023. At a recent meeting, trustees supported the idea of keeping the price at $15 for tickets purchased in advance and $20 for tickets bought at the door.
The decision was made after a discussion about the financial performance of Venue 1012. While the Venue event series operated at a loss in previous years, the village’s overall event program has generated a net profit. For example, the 2023 event season produced a net profit of $16,000, mainly from popular events like Wine on the Fox and Christmas Walk.
The trustees acknowledged the financial challenges associated with Venue 1012, particularly the rising costs of musical entertainment. However, they also recognized the importance of offering high-quality entertainment to the community. Staff members had proposed increasing ticket prices to $20 for advanced purchases and $25 at the door, but the trustees felt that these prices were too high.
Ultimately, the trustees decided to keep ticket prices the same for the 2024 season and gather more data on the impact of higher-caliber bands. They believe that this will help them make more informed decisions about ticket pricing in future seasons.
