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Ticketmaster
The global leader in live event ticketing
As of 30 August 2026, Ticketmaster's pricing is not published; the vendor quotes on request. Ticketmaster is the world's largest ticket marketplace, providing ticketing services for concerts, sports, arts, theater, and family events. Softwr lists it under Events. Ticketmaster is made by Live Nation Entertainment, launched in 1976, available on Web, iOS, Android.
Overview
What Ticketmaster does
Ticketmaster is the world's largest ticket marketplace, providing ticketing services for concerts, sports, arts, theater, and family events. Offers primary and resale ticketing solutions.
What people use it for
- Event planning
- Ticket sales
- Attendee management
- Virtual events
- Event marketing
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Where it falls short
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- High fees of 10-30% per ticket with some events reaching 40%, higher than competing platforms
- Delayed real-time data on seat availability and resale pricing
- Strict API rate limits and limited customization for partner integrations
- Found guilty of operating an illegal monopoly in live concert ticketing by federal jury in April 2026
- Anticompetitive practices that limit competition for event organizers
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Pricing
What Ticketmaster costs
Taken from the vendor's own pricing page. Prices move, so check before you buy.
Standard
Free
- Global distribution
- Mobile ticketing
- Fan verification
Capabilities
Features
Ticket sales
Mobile ticketing
Verified tickets
Resale marketplace
Venue management
Spotify
Integration with Spotify
Apple Music
Integration with Apple Music
Facebook
Integration with Facebook
Instagram
Integration with Instagram
Web support
Available on web
Ios support
Available on ios
Android support
Available on android
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Questions people ask
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How much does Ticketmaster charge in fees?
Ticketmaster typically charges a service fee of 10-30% of the ticket price (sometimes reaching 40% for high-demand events), plus facility fees and order processing fees. Combined fees often result in buyers paying approximately 27% on top of face value.
SourceWho sets ticket prices on Ticketmaster?
Event organizers set the base face value of tickets based on production costs, venue size, and event interest. However, service fees and facility fees are generally negotiated and shared between various parties including Ticketmaster and venues.
SourceDoes Ticketmaster have an API?
Yes, Ticketmaster provides a Partner API and 3rd Party Integration API for developers. However, the API has strict rate limits, poor resale control, and delays in real-time seat-level and resale data updates.
SourceWhat is Ticketmaster's current legal status?
In April 2026, a federal jury found that Live Nation and subsidiary Ticketmaster operated an illegal monopoly in live concert and ticketing markets. In March 2026, they settled with the DOJ agreeing to cap service fees at 15% at certain venues and divest control of 13 amphitheaters.
SourceBehind it
Who makes Ticketmaster
- Company
- Live Nation Entertainment
- Based in
- Beverly Hills, California
- Founders
- Anonymous (Arizona State University students)
Timeline
Ticketmaster over time
- Milestone2026-04-01
Federal jury finds Ticketmaster and Live Nation operated an illegal monopoly in live concert ticketing
Source - Acquisition2010-01-25
Merges with Live Nation, becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary
Source - Acquisition2008-01-01$123m
Acquires controlling interest in Front Line Management Group, Inc. for $123 million
Source - Launch1996-01-01
Ticketmaster launches online services
Source - Acquisition1982-01-01
Jay Pritzker purchases Ticketmaster
Source - Founded1978-01-01
Ticketmaster founded by two Arizona State University students
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