If you purchased a ticket to Afronation and can no longer attend the festival, you may be wondering if you can resell the ticket. The short answer is yes, you can resell Afronation tickets, but there are some important factors to consider.
Afronation’s Official Resale Platform
The safest and most convenient way to resell Afronation tickets is through the festival’s official ticket resale partner, Lyte. Here’s how it works:
- List your ticket(s) for sale on Lyte’s secure platform. You can select your desired resale price.
- Lyte will promote your listing to fans looking for tickets. All transactions are handled through Lyte, so you never have to worry about payment, shipping, etc.
- If your ticket sells, you’ll receive the resale value (minus a 15% commission to Lyte). The buyer receives the ticket electronically from Lyte.
- If your ticket doesn’t sell, no problem – you get to keep it and attend yourself.
Reselling through Lyte is the best way to unload Afronation tickets securely. You don’t have to deal with strangers or worry about being scammed. Lyte also provides a Fan Guarantee, so buyers know their tickets are legitimate.
Reselling Through Other Platforms
You can also resell Afronation tickets through third-party ticket marketplaces like StubHub, Vivid Seats, SeatGeek, etc. Here are a few things to keep in mind if going this route:
- Pricing – Research current ticket prices on the site to competitively price your listing.
- Fees – Most resale platforms charge seller fees, typically around 10-20% of the ticket price.
- Delivery – You’ll need to securely deliver the ticket (mobile or hard copy) to the buyer.
- Scams – Be wary of scammers; avoid direct bank transfers, use the platform’s transaction system.
Reselling through third-party platforms reaches a wider audience, but requires more effort on your end to get paid, deliver the tickets, and avoid scams.
Reselling Privately
You can also resell Afronation tickets privately to someone you know or through channels like Facebook Groups, Craigslist, Reddit, etc. Here are some tips for safely reselling tickets this way:
- Meet in person – This lets you check that the buyer has cash and inspect the ticket.
- Meet in a public place – Such as a coffee shop, never meet alone.
- Only accept cash – Avoid bank transfers which can be reversed later by a scammer.
- Show ID – Ask to see the buyer’s photo ID to confirm their identity.
- Use a safe payment app – Like PayPal which offers buyer/seller protection from fraud.
Private resale reaches a smaller pool of buyers but you retain more profit. Just be very cautious in vetting potential buyers to avoid scams or counterfeit tickets.
Other Important Resale Considerations
Here are some other key factors to keep in mind when reselling Afronation tickets secondhand:
- Check the tickets – Ensure they are valid and you have any QR codes or ID required for entry.
- No counterfeits – Only resell legitimate tickets, counterfeits will be denied at the door.
- Disclose restrictions – Alert buyers to any ticket transfer limits, original purchaser requirements, etc.
- Price competitively – Research current resale prices. Drastically inflated prices won’t sell.
- Beware scams – Only use trusted resale platforms, never send tickets before payment.
Is Reselling Afronation Tickets Allowed?
According to Afronation’s terms and conditions, tickets may be resold but only through the festival’s authorized resale partner Lyte. Reselling tickets through unauthorized channels is prohibited. Here are the key policies:
- All tickets must be purchased and resold through Lyte under a “Resale” order.
- Tickets purchased as “Original” orders cannot be resold or transferred under any circumstance.
- Any non-Lyte resale or transfer of tickets is grounds for order cancelation without refund.
So in summary – yes you can resell Afronation tickets, but you must use Lyte as the platform.
Conclusion
Reselling extra Afronation tickets is allowed through the festival’s official resale partner Lyte. This is the most secure and convenient option. You can also resell tickets through third-party marketplace platforms or privately, but need to take extra precautions against fraud and scams. Be sure to clearly disclose any ticket restrictions or transfer limits to potential buyers. And never try to resell counterfeit or “original” order tickets, as this violates the festival’s Terms of Service.
By following these guidelines, you can successfully resell unwanted Afronation tickets and recoup some costs while giving another fan the chance to enjoy the festival.
