Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour recently announced new dates, including a stop at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA on July 22. With Beyoncé being one of the biggest pop stars in the world, it’s no surprise that tickets to see her live are in incredibly high demand. In cities across the U.S. and Europe, Beyoncé concerts have been selling out in minutes. This begs the question – is her upcoming show in Boston already sold out? Or do fans still have a chance to get tickets? Let’s take a look at the facts.
When did tickets go on sale?
Beyoncé originally announced her Renaissance World Tour in February 2023. At that time, only a handful of dates and cities were revealed. The Boston show at Gillette Stadium was announced later, on June 17, 2023. Tickets went on sale on June 22 at 10am local venue time.
What were the ticket prices?
Ticket prices for Beyoncé’s Boston show ranged from $49.50 for the cheapest seats up to $499 for premium floor seats closest to the stage. The average ticket price was around $200. Here is the full breakdown of ticket pricing levels:
Section | Price Range |
---|---|
Floor A | $349.50 – $499 |
Floor B | $249.50 – $349.50 |
Lower Level Side | $149.50 – $249.50 |
Lower Level End | $99.50 – $149.50 |
Upper Level Side | $69.50 – $99.50 |
Upper Level End | $49.50 – $69.50 |
What was the initial ticket demand like?
Extremely high. Beyoncé has not toured since her iconic Formation World Tour in 2016. Her fanbase, known as the BeyHive, were eager to see their queen perform live again. On top of that, Beyoncé’s Renaissance album released earlier this year was critically acclaimed. The combination of a hugely anticipated tour on the back of a massively successful album release meant ticket demand was at an all-time high.
Many fans reported waiting hours on Ticketmaster just to access tickets when they went on sale. Queue times ran up to 3+ hours for some. The Verified Fan system was meant to prioritize diehard fans but many still missed out. Venues were inundated with traffic and fans faced error messages, frozen screens, and sold out notices within minutes.
It was clear from the start that Beyoncé’s Boston date would be in incredibly high demand across all ticket types and price levels.
How fast did it sell out?
Remarkably fast. Within minutes of the on-sale time, tickets on official platforms like Ticketmaster were completely sold out. Resellers like StubHub showed zero tickets available almost immediately too.
Fans on social media widely reported being unable to access any tickets despite waiting in queues right from the start. The few that did get through faced error messages, lag times, and instant sellouts.
Given the intense demand, it is safe to say Beyoncé’s Boston show sold out in less than 60 minutes. The hardcore fans prepared for the on-sale had the best chance, but the vast majority were left empty handed.
Is it totally sold out?
While the initial on-sale may have sold out lightning quick, there are still limited options available for those hoping to get Beyoncé Boston tickets. However, fans need to be prepared for high prices and limited quantities. Here are some of the only current options:
Reseller Market
Platforms like StubHub, Vivid Seats, SeatGeek and TicketNetwork currently show some ticket availability to Beyoncé in Boston. However, quantities are extremely limited. As of October 16, 2023, there were approximately 550 tickets still available across all secondhand sites.
These reseller tickets also come at a huge premium over face value. Current prices range from $575 for upper deck seats to $11,500(!) for VIP floor tickets. On average, most reseller tickets are going for 2-3x the original prices.
Given the continuing demand, these limited quantities of reseller tickets will likely disappear soon. Prices also tend to go up as the event date approaches. Fans who can stomach the high costs may still find tickets, but availability is scarce.
Future Official Releases
There is a chance (albeit slim) that Beyoncé’s team releases a limited number of extra tickets down the road. Additional production holds or meet & greet packages could provide last minute inventory.
If any such tickets become available, they would be sold through the Gillette Stadium box office or Ticketmaster. Announcements would come through the singer’s email newsletter or social media channels. Fans will have to monitor closely and be ready to pounce instantly. This is not a high probability but still possible.
Fan-to-Fan Resale
Diehard Beyoncé fans often resell tickets to each other directly via Twitter, Instagram and fan forum platforms. This provides a way to get legitimate tickets at reasonable (but still marked up) prices. Fans should be cautious of scammers, but the community often looks out for each other. Monitoring fan sites regularly may reveal last minute face value ticket opportunities.
Outside the Venue
Inevitably, some extra tickets will materialize outside the stadium as show time approaches. These could come from people with extra tickets, or even counterfeits. Prices can also inflate rapidly. Overall, scoring a ticket this way on the day of is extremely risky. But it’s not impossible for bold fans who show up ready to negotiate!
Conclusion
In summary – yes, Beyoncé’s Boston show appears to be completely sold out for now. The huge initial demand exceeded all ticket supply within minutes. options still exist in very limited quantities:
- Reseller market – scarce and expensive
- Possible future releases – low odds
- Fan resale – requires luck and trust
- Outside venue – very high risk
With perseverance and high spending limits, some tickets may still be secured by the most diehard members of the BeyHive. But the average fan is largely out of luck at this point given massive demand. Boston was one of the hottest stops on Beyoncé’s tour the moment it was announced. A sold out crowd is pretty much guaranteed at this point.
Key Takeaways
– Beyoncé Boston tickets went on sale June 22 and sold out instantly
– Demand was extremely high with 3+ hour waits just to access Ticketmaster
– Gillette Stadium show appears completely sold out as of now
– Less than 550 resale tickets left, starting around $575 and up
– Few options remain for high-spending persistent fans
– Average fans likely priced out at this point
Beyoncé in Boston was clearly one of the hottest tickets of 2023. For those left empty handed, all hope is not totally lost. But landing tickets will require a combination of luck, speed, connections and a willingness to pay inflated prices. The Queen Bey will grace the stage at Gillette Stadium on July 22 – but who exactly will be in the crowd remains to be seen.