10 Top Event Ticket Sites

What to check before you buy event tickets

First, know whether you are on the primary seller, meaning the official outlet the venue or organizer uses, or a resale marketplace where fans and brokers set their own prices. Resale can be the only option for a sold-out event, but prices and protections vary.

• Total price: go to the final checkout screen before you compare. Service and delivery fees can change which seller is cheaper.
• Seat details: check the section, row and notes such as obstructed view or age restrictions.
• Delivery: resale tickets may not arrive until close to the event. Find out when and how they will be sent.
• Transfer rules: some events limit resale or require tickets to be transferred through a specific app.

Problems buyers report, and how to reduce the risk

Tickets that never arrive, listings for seats the seller does not yet hold, and refunds for postponed events are common complaints. Read the buyer guarantee before you pay, and use a card that allows chargebacks. Avoid paying strangers from social media by bank transfer or payment apps without buyer protection.

On CandorRated you can see who runs a ticket website, how long its domain has existed and which contact details we found. Look-alike sites that copy a venue's name sometimes appear in search ads, so check the domain carefully.

Frequently asked questions

What happens if the event is cancelled?

Refund rules depend on the seller and organizer. Primary sellers usually follow the organizer's decision; resale sites have their own policies.

Why is the resale price higher than face value?

Resellers set their own prices based on demand, and fees are added on top.

Can I buy tickets from another fan safely?

Use the event's official transfer system where one exists, so the ticket moves into your name.