Taylor Swift is one of the most popular musicians in the world, so when she goes on tour, tickets sell out extremely fast. Many fans want to buy more than the typical ticket limit to take family or friends to the concert. Here is what you need to know about buying more than 4 tickets to a Taylor Swift concert.
What are the ticket limits for Taylor Swift concerts?
For Taylor Swift’s upcoming “The Eras Tour,” there is a 4 ticket limit per household for the Verified Fan presale and general public onsales. This limit applies to each date, so you cannot buy 4 tickets for multiple shows. The 4 ticket limit is in place to try to get tickets to as many fans as possible and prevent scalpers from buying large quantities.
Some venues may have higher or lower limits depending on their specific policies. But for most stadium shows on Taylor’s tour, the limit is 4 tickets per household. There are often other presales, like for American Express cardholders, that have their own separate limits from the Verified Fan presale.
Can I buy tickets from a reseller or on a secondary market?
Yes, you can buy tickets exceeding the 4 ticket limit on secondary marketplaces like StubHub or SeatGeek. Resellers and brokers often acquire large quantities of tickets and resell them at inflated prices. So buying more than 4 tickets will likely cost you much more money, sometimes thousands of dollars depending on the seats.
There are some risks when using secondary marketplaces. You need to watch out for scammers selling fake or duplicated tickets. And sometimes brokers will list speculative tickets that they don’t actually have yet. Make sure to only purchase from reputable, guaranteed sources.
Many tickets on secondary markets will also be “resale restricted.” This means the original purchaser has to be present with their ID to enter the venue. So you won’t be able to give away any extra tickets you buy over the limit.
Can I buy from multiple accounts?
Some fans try to circumvent ticket limits by having family or friends buy tickets separately, then giving them the extra tickets. However, most major ticket sellers use technology to detect these tactics. Purchasing tickets from multiple accounts with the same billing or shipping address will likely get orders cancelled or tickets voided.
For Taylor Swift’s tour, there are measures in place to maintain fairness and limit multi-account purchases:
- Verified Fan requires a non-transferrable code tied to your identify
- There are delivery delays to allow order review
- Duplicate orders from same source will be cancelled
Getting around the system this way is Dishonest and risky. Any tickets purchased fraudulently over the limit could potentially be cancelled without refund.
Can I buy VIP packages or Platinum seats?
Most ticket limits only apply to standard ticket inventory. So one way to acquire more than 4 tickets is to purchase VIP packages or Platinum seats. These specialty ticket offerings generally have their own higher price points and lower capacities.
VIP packages may come with perks like premium seating, exclusive merch, backstage tours, or meet-and-greets. The experience is upgraded along with the ticket quantity. Platinum seats are also in preferred locations for higher prices just because of their position in the venue.
These types of tickets are more expensive but can allow you to purchase more than the standard 4 ticket maximum. Availability may be very limited, so expect to pay a premium price.
Can I petition for an exception?
In very specific cases, you may be able to reach out to the concert promoter or venue to request an exception to the ticket limit policy. Reasons like large families, weddings, school groups, or special occasions might warrant an exception.
However, exceptions are rarely granted. The ticket limits are intentional to be fair across all fans. If exceptions started being made, many people would request them and limits would become meaningless. Don’t expect any sympathy for wanting extra tickets just because you’re willing the pay the price.
It can’t hurt to politely inquire about an exception. But don’t be surprised if your request is denied. The best approach is to plan around the ticket limit per household rather than try to circumvent it.
Conclusion
While dedicated Taylor Swift fans may want more than 4 concert tickets, exceeding the purchase limit is difficult and risky. Your best chances come from buying pricier resale tickets, VIP packages, or Platinum seats. But be prepared to pay exponentially higher prices. Trying to trick the system through multiple accounts or reselling is dishonest and often unsuccessful. For most fans, the best option is to coordinate within the 4 ticket household limit to enjoy Taylor Swift’s tour together.
Taylor Swift’s ticket limits are in place to be fair to all fans. While you may really want those extra tickets, getting around the rules has consequences. Focus on getting tickets within the bounds and having an amazing time at the show rather than stressing over how to beat the system. Enjoy the Taylor Swift performance with your lucky 4 tickets!
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- Taylor’s amazing stage production and set designs
- Recapping her biggest tour controversies and ticket scandals
- Taylor’s biggest touring records
- What makes Taylor Swift concerts so special
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