The Live Nation app allows users to easily buy tickets and get information about upcoming concerts and events. It’s available for both iOS and Android devices. Many people wonder if the app itself is free to download and use. The short answer is yes, the Live Nation app is free to download and use on both iPhone and Android phones. However, there are some paid features within the app that require payment or service fees. Let’s take a closer look at what features are free and what requires payment when using the Live Nation app.
Downloading and Accessing the App
Downloading the Live Nation app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store is completely free. No payment or login is required to install the app on your device. Once installed, users can browse upcoming events, check artist information, and access basic ticket purchasing options without needing to create an account or pay anything.
The core functionality of browsing events and artists is free and accessible to all users. This includes:
- Browsing upcoming events in your area or other locations
- Searching for specific artists or events
- Viewing basic event details like date, time, venue, etc.
- Reading artist bios and discographies
Accessing these features does not require logging in or entering any payment information. Users can search events and get basic information without even needing to create an account.
Creating an Account
While creating an account is optional to browse the app, it’s required to unlock additional features likeadvanced ticket purchasing options. Creating an account with Live Nation is free, only requiring an email address or connecting through Facebook. The benefits of creating a free Live Nation account include:
- Saving payment information for faster checkout
- Saving favorite artists and venues
- Enabling notifications about favorite artists
- Accessing order history and ticket management
- Sharing events with friends more easily
None of these account features incur any charges. You still won’t be asked for payment until you actually try to purchase tickets or other paid products.
Purchasing Tickets and Upgrades
Here is where fees start coming into play. While browsing events and creating an account is free, actually buying tickets or upgrades through the Live Nation app requires payment along with service fees. Some common fees include:
- Convenience fees – Added to each ticket purchase to cover the cost of online ticketing services.
- Delivery fees – Charged for mailed, print-at-home, or mobile ticket delivery.
- Processing fees – For processing credit card payments and ticket orders.
- Facility fees – Costs added by the venue to each ticket.
The exact fees charged will depend on the event, ticket type, and delivery method chosen. In most cases, expect each ticket purchase to incur $5-$25 in additional service, processing, and delivery fees on top of the base ticket price.
Upgrades like VIP packages or parking passes also require payment during checkout. The Live Nation app does not include any way to get free ticket upgrades or perks. Any add-on purchases get charged the same fees as event tickets.
In-app Purchases
Along with event tickets, the Live Nation app offers some additional paid products and upgrades for users:
- VIP Club Passes – Pay for access to VIP club spaces and concierge services at different Live Nation venues and festivals.
- Merchandise & Souvenirs – Buy artist or event-branded merchandise that can be picked up on site.
- Paid Subscriptions – Coming soon, premium subscription plans like Live Nation+.
Purchasing any of these products requires payment through the app during checkout. The Live Nation app does not currently include any free in-app products or trials. Any merchandise, club passes, or premium subscriptions come with additional fees just like event tickets.
Free Features Summary
To summarize, here are the key features that are free to use with the Live Nation app:
- Downloading and accessing the app
- Browsing upcoming events and artists
- Creating a user account
- Sharing events with friends
- Receiving notifications
And here are the features that require payment or fees:
- Purchasing event tickets
- Upgrading to VIP packages
- Buying merchandise or souvenirs
- Paid subscriptions for premium access
- Any other in-app purchases
So in summary – accessing and browsing is free, but purchasing requires fees. Signing up for an account does not require entering any payment info.
Ways to Save on Fees
While the Live Nation app charges fees for ticket purchases, there are some ways savvy users can reduce the amount they pay:
Use Presale Codes
Presale events allow early access to tickets before the general public. Sign up for Live Nation’s free mailing list to get presale code emails. Using presale codes can give you first pick of seats before prices sell out.
Buy Tickets Early
Try to purchase tickets as early as possible, especially for popular events. Last minute purchases typically include much higher convenience fees.
Avoid Printed Tickets
Go for mobile ticket delivery to avoid print fees. Print-at-home and paperless tickets have the lowest delivery charges.
Buy in Bulk
Single ticket fees can be high. Try to purchase multiple tickets in one order to save on per-ticket service charges.
Check for Promotions
Occasionally Live Nation may offer app promo codes that waive fees for ticket purchases. Check their social media pages and newsletter for any special offers before buying.
Taking advantage of early sales, mobile delivery, bulk purchases, and promos can potentially save you $5-15 per ticket in fees.
Conclusion
While the Live Nation app itself is free, purchasing tickets and services within the app comes with additional convenience, processing, and delivery fees per order. To summarize:
- The app is free to download on iOS and Android
- Browsing events, artists, and venues is free for all users
- Creating an account is free and not required for browsing
- Purchasing tickets, upgrades, merchandise, etc. requires payment plus fees
- Fees can be reduced by using presale codes, buying early, choosing mobile tickets, buying in bulk, and taking advantage of promotions
So while you can explore Live Nation’s offerings for free, most transactions within the app will incur additional service charges. With some smart purchasing tactics, savvy users can reduce the total fees paid and still enjoy convenient mobile access to concerts and events through the Live Nation app.