Glasgow Christmas market Winterfest has finally opened at George Square.

Visitors are now being welcomed to the popular attraction which was forced to shut amid Storm Bert yesterday.

The event is planned to run until Sunday, January 5, featuring an 80m Drop Tower, the Booster Maxx Carousel, the Wave Swinger, and a Santa's Train Kids Carousel.

Posting on social media Winterfest said: “We are OPEN! We are thrilled to welcome you all to Winterfest at George Square.”

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Organisers had opened the event earlier today, but had to wait for council approval.

In the meantime eager guests were left fuming as they begged for updates and hung around near the area.

Taking to social media, they shared their disappointment as they asked organisers for answers.

Holly Maxwell Polley said: “What an absolute disgrace at the George square Christmas market today.

“Putting off the opening time, 11am then 12 then 1pm and at 2pm still can’t get in?

“No communication or update at all? Absolute farce.”

Judith Murphy said: “Keeping people waiting for hours with no update is a disgrace.”

Baxter Bean said: “Have we decided if we are opening today [Sunday]? No posts yet.”

Robert Gardiner said: “It’s still not open yet, people are waiting to get in.”

We previously reported how a statement posted to Glasgow Winterfest's Instagram page yesterday read: "We're sorry to announce that Winterfest George Square will not be opening today due to adverse weather conditions.

"The safety of our staff and visitors is our top priority, and we appreciate your understanding. We're hopeful that we'll be able to open tomorrow and can't wait to welcome everyone back to enjoy the festivities.

"Stay safe, and we'll keep you updated here with the latest news."

Winterfest at St Enoch Square opened earlier this month.

It features a bar area, food and retail stalls, amusement rides, a bungee trampoline, and a snow globe.