How to get presale tickets with your credit card
Quick insights
- Presale tickets let you purchase tickets before they’re available to the general public.
- Some credit cards, including some options issued by Chase, may give you access to presale tickets.
- Presale tickets may be available for concerts, sporting events, theater performances and more.
Snagging tickets to the most popular events can be stressful, but if you’ve got a rewards credit card, you may have access to presale tickets for your favorite concerts, sporting events and more. Cardmember presale offers can help you purchase tickets before the general public.
Here’s what to know about credit card presale tickets.
Presale offers for credit cardmembers and how they work
If you’ve got a credit card, you may have access to certain cardmember benefits, including access to presale offers for popular events. You may find that your credit card issuer can help you find tickets to concerts, music festivals, theater performances, dining opportunities and sporting events before the general public has access.
The process for purchasing these tickets may vary by credit card issuer, venue and event. You may need to access the offers through a separate entertainment or experience portal, and you may need a code to complete the purchase.
Accessing presales through Chase
If you’re a Chase cardmember, you may have access to exclusive sponsored events and venues through Chase Experiences. Through this portal, you may be able to get early ticket offers, lounge access, preferred seating, pre-event hospitality and more.
You’ll need to use your Chase credit card or Chase Ultimate Rewards® to purchase the tickets. The Chase Ultimate Rewards platform is a place where you can redeem the points you’ve earned for travel, experiences, merchandise, gift cards and even cash back. This article details how to use your Chase points.
The benefits of credit card presales
If you’re able to purchase event tickets through a credit card presale, you have a competitive advantage over the general public. That may mean you’re more likely to get tickets for popular events that sell out the fastest.
You may also find a better selection of seats than if you wait until the event goes on sale publicly. Sometimes the tickets may be cheaper, but keep in mind that the price is based on a variety of factors.
How do I get presale tickets with my Chase credit card?
If you want to purchase presale tickets with your Chase credit card, you’ll first need to find the offer and follow the instructions for how to purchase tickets. The way to purchase a ticket may vary by venue and event.
Typically, you’ll purchase the tickets through an external vendor with your card, and you may need to include a promo code. If you’re not sure about whether Chase cardmembers have access to presale tickets, start at the Chase Experiences portal.
In summary
You may be able to beat the crowds if your credit card gives you access to presale tickets. Check whether you need to purchase tickets through your credit card’s entertainment or experience portal.
