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Wondering how to get cheap concert tickets? We’ve got you covered!
Who doesn’t love a great experience gift, especially when it involves travel or live music? With several music lovers on the team, we’ve learned how to find concert tickets that won’t drain your wallet, and we’re sharing them below!
Check out these must-know tips for getting cheap concert tickets:
1. Sign up for emails from Live Nation and/or Ticketmaster.
Even though Live Nation and Ticketmaster are owned by the same company, sign up for emails from both! One team member got a 2-for-$44 Big Time Rush deal thanks to a Ticketmaster email. Plus, they track your past events, so you’ll get alerts for artists you actually like—including tour dates and presales.
HIP TIP: Although Live Nation’s popular $25 Concert Week has ended, once you sign up for emails, you will be notified early for next year’s concert week– typically the first week of May. This gives you access to 3,700 shows with tickets for just $25!
And don’t forget about Ticketmaster offers Verified Fan Presales!
Simply sign up through the artist’s site or fan club using your Ticketmaster account. If selected, you’ll get a code the day before the sale and join a virtual queue. Keep in mind that there has been some controversy (aka bots scoring tickets versus actual fans), but a few team members have had great luck scoring tickets!
2. Groupon often has unbeatable local concert deals!
Keep your eyes peeled for Groupon offering tickets to see your favorite artists for up to 75% off the original ticket prices. While these won’t be front row or super close seats, they are priced much lower and will often have no additional handling fees tacked on, so they are often a great value!
3. Buy tickets in person to skip online fees.
The box office also receives a certain number of tickets. While it may seem like there aren’t as many seating options, you’ll avoid the Ticketmaster service fee, which is sometimes a hefty savings.
4. Check your phone carrier and credit card for special rates.
You can get early access or discounts on tickets just by using certain phone carriers or credit cards! Many partner with ticket sites to offer exclusive perks. Check out some of them below:
- American Express – Select AMEX users have exclusive access to concerts and sporting events.
- Capital One – On top of exclusive tickets and perks, Capital One users can also use rewards to redeem tickets!
- Citi – Citi users get preferred seating and presale access to exclusive events.
- Chase – Chase experiences include perks for a variety of events and venues across the country.
- T-Mobile – T-Mobile customers get reserved tickets for music festivals and concerts using an exclusive code.
- Verizon – Verizon Up offers and upgrades tickets to a variety of experiences.
5. Fly solo to the show!
Going solo to concerts isn’t for everyone, but you can often find great single seats at a discount on sites like eBay, StubHub, or even Ticketmaster, especially if you check regularly. Totally worth it for the view and the vibe!
6. Students and faculty, sometimes your campus offers exclusive rates!
Readers have shared that sometimes universities and colleges will offer discounted tickets to their students and faculty! Additionally, some campuses will also host concerts annually, exclusively for students – I took advantage of this in college!
This varies, but make sure to check out your school’s event calendar so you don’t miss out on any experiences.
7. Enter contests for a chance to win FREE tickets!
If tickets aren’t in your budget, don’t give up on seeing your favorite groups! Keep an eye out for their social media accounts, online contests, and radio promotions! iHeartRadio is one that hosts contests for free tickets often!
HIP TIP: Hip sidekick Angela has won tickets to see Madonna, Dave Matthews Band, Van Halen, and Big Time Rush! She won Madonna tickets just by sending tweets on Twitter to her tour manager during a contest he was running! Her daughter scored the Big Time Rush tickets just by tagging the group on social media during a contest, along with a selfie. It doesn’t get much easier than that!
8. Ticket resellers can be your best friend (or worst nightmare).
Buying from social media, Craigslist, or apps can be risky, and you have to be careful that you’re not buying counterfeit tickets. If you’re using a ticket broker, check if they’re a NATB member. NATB members guarantee ticket delivery or a 200% refund if things go wrong.
9. Find discounted tickets on these trusted sites, too!
These sites have been recommended by our readers! While you may not find every event you’re looking for, it’s a great resource to check before you splurge on any event.
10. Looking for a part-time gig? Become an usher at a concert venue!
Whether you want to volunteer or score a part-time job, venue ushers tend to be in demand! Check with your local venue’s career page to look at all open positions. While you’ll be working, you’ll still be able to enjoy the shows for free.
Before you go, here are a few things to know:
Do concert tickets get cheaper closer to the date?
Sometimes waiting last minute pays off! If you have the patience to wait and you’re willing to take the risk, you can always try buying your concert tickets the week of the show, or sometimes even the day of the show!
Is StubHub legit?
People have mixed feelings about StubHub; however, since it’s powered by real sellers, some team members have had first-hand experience with sellers dropping the price dramatically the day of because they want those tickets sold, especially if there are quite a few tickets still available!
Have any tips or tricks for saving money on concert tickets? Let us know in the comments!
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