Harry Styles is one of the most popular and in-demand musicians today. As a solo artist and former member of One Direction, he has amassed a massive global fanbase. When Styles announces a tour, tickets typically sell out within minutes. His concerts are a highly coveted experience for fans. Getting tickets requires strategic planning, persistence, and a bit of luck.
When do tickets go on sale?
The key to securing tickets is timing your ticket purchase as close to the on-sale date as possible. Harry Styles will usually announce a tour several months in advance but exact on-sale details often aren’t confirmed until one or two weeks prior. Announcements happen across Styles’ social media pages and email newsletter. Be sure to follow his Facebook, Twitter, Instagram accounts and sign up for email updates via his website or fan club to stay informed.
Once tour dates are posted, look for presale and general on-sale times. Presales allow pre-registered fans first access to tickets before the general public through promotions or platforms like Ticketmaster Verified Fan. Tickets then open up to the general public shortly after.
Mark your calendar for both presale and general on-sale dates. Set reminders on your phone so you don’t miss them.
Key Dates for Harry Styles’ 2023 Tour
City | Venue | Presale Date | General On-Sale |
---|---|---|---|
London | Wembley Stadium | March 1st, 10am Local Time | March 3rd, 10am Local Time |
Glasgow | Hampden Park | March 8th, 10am Local Time | March 10th, 10am Local Time |
Manchester | Emirates Old Trafford | March 15th, 10am Local Time | March 17th, 10am Local Time |
Get access to presales
Presales give you early access to purchase tickets before the general public. Spots are limited, but it’s a great opportunity to secure seats. There are a few common ways to gain access:
Fan Club Presales
Harry Styles has an official fan club called “HSHQ” that offers presale ticket access and other perks. Memberships costs $29.95 per year. When tour presales are announced, members receive a code that gives them access. Fan club presales normally start 1-2 days before the general on-sale.
Venue and Promoter Presales
Venues, concert promoters like LiveNation, and ticketing platforms like Ticketmaster also hold their own presales. You can find presale passwords on the venue’s social media pages and email newsletter. Create an account with the ticketing platform ahead of time and opt-in to presales.
Credit Card Presales
Certain credit cards like American Express also sponsor presales. Amex cardholders can get earlier access to tickets. On venue sites, look for the American Express card member presale. You’ll need to enter the CVV on your Amex card to unlock tickets.
Mobile Presales
Platforms like Ticketmaster have mobile presales for users who download their apps. By having accounts set up and payment info stored, you can request presale codes and purchase through the app faster.
Spotify Presales
If Harry partners with Spotify for tour presales, premium users of the streaming service will have access to tickets before the general public. Be sure to connect your Spotify account to related ticketing accounts.
Prepare your accounts and devices
To purchase as quickly as possible, make sure your accounts and devices are ready to go when presales and on-sales begin:
Accounts
- Create accounts on major ticketing sites like Ticketmaster, AXS, SeeTickets. Save your payment info and contact details for faster checkout.
- Connect accounts you have for ticket presale access – Spotify, fan clubs, credit cards, etc.
- Set up notifications so you receive presale alerts and codes.
- Log in ahead of time so your accounts are primed for ticket sales.
Devices
- Have your laptop, phone and tablet charged so you can use multiple devices.
- Make sure you have strong WiFi or cellular connection to access sites.
- Download required apps like venue/ticketing apps so they’re ready to go.
- Clear your browser history/cache so sites run faster.
Use multiple devices
One of the best tactics for scoring tickets is to use multiple devices simultaneously. Each device acts as another opportunity to get into the online queue and purchase:
- Desktop/Laptop: Pull up tabs on all major ticketing sites.
- Smartphone: Launch ticket site apps and have your mobile alerts on.
- Tablet: Run ticket sites here as well for another access point.
Once tickets go on sale, try purchasing on all your devices at once. This effectively gives you multiple spots in the virtual line. You may get lucky and score on one device first. Keep trying until tickets sell out!
Alternative ticket sources
If you miss out on official presales and on-sales, don’t lose hope! Here are some other places you may still be able to find tickets:
Resale sites
Tickets often pop up on resale sites once initial sales end. Prices are higher, but it may be your last chance for tickets. Sites to check include:
- StubHub
- Vivid Seats
- SeatGeek
- Ticketmaster Verified Resale
Harry Styles fan pages
Harry has an enormous online fan community across platforms like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Reddit. Many fans resell extra tickets through fan pages and group messages at more reasonable prices.
Facebook Events page
Once show dates are posted, a Facebook “Event” page is usually created. Fans publicly exchange info to buy and sell extra tickets here.
At the venue
Some hopeful fans show up on the day of the event to try and buy extras from scalpers or fans with spares. This is very high risk, however, and you could end up empty handed.
Beware of scams
Exercise caution when buying from unauthorized resale sources. Fake tickets and scams abound take advantage of eager fans:
- Verify tickets on official venue sites before purchasing.
- Only buy from trusted vendors or other fans.
- Avoid offers that seem “too good to be true.”
- Use payment platforms with buyer protection.
Conclusion
Scoring Harry Styles tickets is tricky but possible with preparation and persistence. Sign up for presales, use multiple devices, and don’t give up hope even if initial sales don’t work out. With smart strategy, timing, and a little luck, you’ll be cheering on Harry live in concert!