Ticketmaster gift cards allow the recipient to purchase tickets for events on the Ticketmaster website or mobile app. They are a great gift idea for music, sports, theater and comedy fans. But how much do Ticketmaster gift cards cost? Here is a look at Ticketmaster gift card amounts and pricing.
Standard Ticketmaster Gift Card Amounts
Ticketmaster offers gift cards in set amounts. The standard options are:
- $25
- $50
- $100
- $150
- $200
So if you want to give a Ticketmaster gift card, you can simply choose one of these preset amounts when purchasing online or in person. The gift card value will match whatever amount you select.
Custom Ticketmaster Gift Card Amounts
In addition to the standard amounts, Ticketmaster does allow you to purchase a custom amount for a gift card. So you can choose any value between $1 and $1,000.
This is convenient if you want to purchase an odd value like $75 or $125. You are not limited only to the set $25 increments that the standard gift cards offer.
To get a custom amount, you would order the gift card online and enter the desired value during checkout. You can put any dollar amount between $1 and $1,000.
Where to Buy Ticketmaster Gift Cards
You have a few different options for where to purchase Ticketmaster gift cards:
- Ticketmaster website – you can order print-at-home digital gift cards or physical gift cards to be shipped
- Ticketmaster retail locations – certain venues and stores that sell tickets may have physical gift cards in stock
- Grocery stores – some grocery store chains like Safeway sell Ticketmaster gift cards
- Other retailers – you may be able to find Ticketmaster gift card products at stores like Walmart, CVS, Best Buy, etc.
The easiest route is often to order digital gift cards directly from Ticketmaster.com. You can also call Ticketmaster’s customer service phone number to place a gift card order over the phone.
Ticketmaster Gift Card Fees
There are no fees to purchase Ticketmaster gift cards. You pay the full face value amount – so a $50 gift card costs $50. The recipient can then use their gift card funds to buy tickets just like cash.
One thing to note is that Ticketmaster does charge service fees and ordering processing fees on tickets in addition to the ticket price itself. But there are no extra charges related specifically to redeeming the gift cards or the gift card balance.
Gift Card Expiration
Ticketmaster gift cards do not expire. The cards have no expiration date and the funds never expire. Even if you buy a gift card and don’t use it for several years, the full balance will still be available whenever you go to redeem it.
Limitations and Restrictions
Ticketmaster gift cards can only be used at Ticketmaster to purchase tickets for events. They cannot be used for anything else – so no merchandise, concessions, parking, etc.
In most cases you also cannot use a Ticketmaster gift card for tickets purchased through third-party resellers. It is meant for tickets sold directly by Ticketmaster.
The gift cards also cannot be redeemed for cash back. You can only spend them on event tickets on the Ticketmaster website or app.
Checking a Gift Card Balance
If you have a Ticketmaster gift card, you can easily check the balance online. Just go to the Ticketmaster website or mobile app and click “Gift Cards” at the bottom of the screen. Then enter the gift card number and security code. It will display the current balance available.
You can also call Ticketmaster customer service and provide the gift card details to get balance information over the phone.
Using a Gift Card for Ticket Purchases
When you go to purchase tickets on Ticketmaster, you will have the option to redeem gift card funds towards your order. Simply enter the gift card number and PIN when prompted. It will automatically deduct the amount from the gift card balance and apply it towards your ticket order.
If your ticket purchase exceeds your gift card balance, you can pay the remainder with another payment method like a credit card.
Gifting Options
For digital Ticketmaster gift cards purchased online, you will get an email with the gift card details that you can forward along to the recipient. Or you can print it out to give it to them in person.
For physical gift cards bought in stores or ordered by mail, you simply hand the gift card to the recipient like a normal gift. Be sure to give them the receipt that shows the pre-loaded value on the card.
Replacing Lost or Stolen Cards
If a Ticketmaster gift card is lost, stolen or damaged, you can request a replacement. Just contact Ticketmaster customer service with details on the missing card. You will likely need to provide the gift card number so keep a record of it.
There may be a replacement fee of around $5-10 to issue a new gift card. The process takes 7-10 business days to receive the replacement.
Conclusion
Ticketmaster gift cards come in preset amounts of $25, $50, $100, $150 and $200. You can also order a custom amount from $1 to $1,000. The cards never expire so the recipient can use the funds at any time for Ticketmaster event tickets. Be sure to keep the gift card information handy so you can easily check balances and replace lost cards if needed. With no purchase fees or expiration dates, Ticketmaster gift cards make great hassle-free gifts for concert, sports and entertainment fans.
