Red, White & Booked: 5 Tips for Snagging Last-Minute Event Tickets
Happy Fourth of July from XP!
The grill’s ready. Fireworks are stacked. But somehow, you forgot to make plans for the rest of July 4th weekend. No worries. The best summer memories often start on impulse. Whether you're chasing a stadium show, a beachside festival, or a last-minute comedy night, you still have time to make it happen.
Here’s how to score last-minute tickets without getting burned:
1. Use Resale Sites You Can Trust
When you're short on time, resale usually gives you the best shot. But choose your platform carefully. Stick with sites that verify sellers, show full prices up front, and skip the surprise fees. That’s what XP does. We show you what you're getting and what you're paying, with no gimmicks and no confusion.
2. Stay Flexible on Location and Seats
If the show’s sold out in your city, check nearby areas. You might find tickets a short drive away at a much better price. XP lets you compare shows in different cities so you don’t overpay just to stay local. Stay open to different seat options too. A $40 upper-level ticket can still deliver the full experience.
3. Time It Right
Ticket prices can shift fast. The best deals often appear 24 to 48 hours before showtime. That’s when sellers start dropping prices to avoid getting stuck with the ticket. Keep checking. XP updates listings constantly so you can grab the best option while it lasts.
4. Avoid Scams
Don’t trust random offers on social media. If a deal looks too good to be true, it probably is. Use platforms that guarantee secure delivery and protect buyers. XP verifies every listing, so you don’t lose money on fake screenshots or shady sellers.
5. Go for It
This weekend is about freedom - the freedom to celebrate, be spontaneous, and say yes without overthinking. Pick a show. Grab a friend. Get the ticket. You won’t remember the hesitation, only the crowd, the music, and the fact that you went.
Buy smarter. Go faster.
We built XP to make ticket buying less stressful and more straightforward. No hidden fees. No shady listings. Just real tickets that get you in.
And we are not stopping there. Stay tuned. We are rolling out a peer to peer selling platform to make it even easier to buy and sell directly with other fans.
Check out tickets on XP here.