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Using Discount Codes for Events

Category: Tickets | Last updated: March 19, 2026

Learn how to apply promotional and discount codes when purchasing event tickets to get the best price.

Using Discount Codes for Events

Have a promotional code or discount? Here's how to use it when buying tickets.

Where to Enter Your Code

During Checkout

  1. Add tickets to your cart
  2. Proceed to checkout
  3. Look for "Have a promo code?" or "Discount code"
  4. Click to expand the code field
  5. Enter your code exactly as received
  6. Click Apply

Before Adding to Cart

Some events show a promo code field on the ticket selection page:

  1. Enter your code before selecting tickets
  2. Discounted prices will display
  3. Add tickets to cart at the reduced price

If Your Code Works

When successfully applied:

If Your Code Doesn't Work

"Code Not Valid"

The code may be:

"Code Not Applicable"

The code may only work for:

"Code Already Redeemed"

If you've used this code before:

Types of Discounts

Type How It Works
Percentage off 20% off your ticket price
Fixed amount $10 off your order
BOGO Buy one, get one free
Member discount Special pricing for members

Finding Discount Codes

Promotional codes come from various sources:

Tips for Using Codes

  1. Apply before checkout: Some codes can't be added after payment starts
  2. One code per order: Most systems allow only one promo code
  3. Check exclusions: Some ticket types may be excluded
  4. Note expiration: Use your code before it expires
  5. Save the code: Keep it handy until your order is complete