How to Get Cheap Concert Tickets
Concert and event tickets in the US are sold through a mix of primary sellers (a venue or promoter’s own box office) and resale/secondary marketplaces like TicketNetwork, plus curated local-event platforms like Fever. Knowing which type of seller you are buying from — and when to buy — is the main lever for paying less. This guide focuses on TicketNetwork and Fever, whose sites we could verify directly; Ticketmaster’s site blocked our checker, so it’s mentioned only in its widely known general role, not with specific claims.
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Step 1: Know which kind of seller you’re buying from
- TicketNetwork is a resale marketplace: independent sellers list tickets, and prices float above or below face value depending on demand. The site displays a clear disclaimer that “Resale ticket prices may be above face value,” and covers concerts, sports (NFL, NBA and more) and theater.
- Fever is an events and experiences platform (“Discover the best events in your city”) for local happenings, which may include some concerts alongside other curated experiences.
- Primary sellers (often Ticketmaster, for many major US venues) sell directly on behalf of the venue or promoter, typically at or near face value plus added fees — a widely known general role, not a site-specific claim here.
Step 2: Compare the same event across sellers before buying
For a major touring artist, the same show may be listed on the venue’s own primary-seller page and on a resale site like TicketNetwork. Prices, fees and seat maps can differ significantly. Open both before buying, and compare the final price after fees, not the sticker price.
Step 3: Time your purchase
- On a primary platform, tickets are usually cheapest at the general on-sale, before resale inventory appears.
- On a resale marketplace, prices often drop closer to the event date if the show hasn’t sold out, but can also spike right before a show sells out. There is no universal rule — check both early and again a few days before the event.
Step 4: Use a promo code where one applies
- Find your event on the seller’s site and select seats.
- Add the tickets to your cart.
- Look for a promo code field at checkout, and enter it before entering payment details.
- Confirm the total (including fees) actually dropped.
Other ways to save
- Sign up for artist or venue presales. A presale code from an artist’s mailing list, credit card program or fan club often opens before the general on-sale, at face value.
- Buy in a group and split fees. Per-order service fees don’t scale per ticket, so buying more tickets per order can lower the per-ticket fee.
- Check both a primary and resale option. For sold-out shows, TicketNetwork-style marketplaces may be the only legal option; for on-sale shows, the primary seller is usually cheaper.
- Avoid unofficial resellers outside these platforms. Sites without a stated buyer guarantee carry a higher risk of invalid tickets.
Shipping and returns
Tickets are almost always delivered electronically (mobile transfer or e-ticket) rather than shipped. Ticket sales are commonly final once purchased on both primary and resale platforms — check the specific listing for its own terms before buying.
Alternatives
- StubHub: another major US resale ticket marketplace.
- SeatGeek: resale marketplace with a “deal score” feature comparing listings.
- Vivid Seats: resale marketplace, sometimes with a rewards program.
FAQ
Is TicketNetwork legitimate?
It is a resale marketplace where independent sellers list tickets; it discloses that resale prices may be above face value.
Is a primary seller always the cheapest option?
Not always — it sells at or near face value plus fees, which is often cheaper for an in-demand but not sold-out show, while resale can be cheaper for less popular shows closer to the date.
Does Fever sell tickets to specific concert tours?
Fever markets itself as a platform for discovering local events and experiences generally; whether a specific concert is listed depends on the city and show, so check the app or site for your city rather than assuming a specific tour is covered.
When are tickets cheapest?
Usually at general on-sale for popular shows on a primary platform, or in the final days before a show on a resale marketplace if it hasn’t sold out. There’s no single rule for every event.
What if my promo code doesn’t work?
Check spelling, expiry and whether it applies to the specific event or seller. If it still fails, contact that platform’s support.