11 Cheap Ticket Sites That Make It Easier to See Beyoncé, Gaga, and More in 2025
CHICAGO — With 2025 shaping up to be one of the busiest years in live music — from Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour to Lady Gaga’s extravagant Mayhem Tour — fans are searching high and low for ways to score concert tickets without breaking the bank.
Thankfully, there’s a whole market of resale and third-party platforms that do just that. These cheap ticketing sites help music lovers get in the door with promo codes, seat maps, verified resale options, and even last-minute discounts.
Here are 11 of the best budget-friendly concert ticket platforms to check out this year.
1. Ticketmaster — Discounts & Deals Hub
While Ticketmaster is known for primary ticket sales, it also offers a deals section with discounts of up to 50% off, Me+3 4-packs, and 2-for-1 offers. You can find tickets under $40 for select events, including concerts, Broadway shows, comedy, and sports.
Some deals may require promo codes listed at checkout.
2. Vivid Seats — $30 Off With Code BB30
Vivid Seats cuts out the wait with a wide selection of resale tickets for concerts, sports, and festivals. It marks “super seller” verified tickets and promises instant delivery.
Use code BB30 to get $30 off your purchase.
3. TicketNetwork — Big Discounts on Large Orders
A trusted non-primary seller, TicketNetwork offers promo codes like:
- BILLBOARD150 for $150 off $500+
- BILLBOARD300 for $300 off $1,000+
Tickets may sell above face value, but the platform works to ensure legitimacy.
4. SeatGeek — Smart Deal Ratings + Venue Map
SeatGeek helps you visualize value. Each seat is rated on a 1–10 scale and displayed on an interactive venue map.
New users can use code BILLBOARD10 for $10 off orders of $250+.
5. Gametime — Last-Minute Budget Option
Known for last-minute verified ticket sales, Gametime is great for spontaneous concertgoers. You’ll see nearby events and trending shows instantly.
Get $20 off $150+ orders with SAVE20 at checkout.
6. StubHub — Wide Selection with Fan Protect
StubHub remains one of the most trusted resale platforms. You can sort by artist, genre, or alphabetically, and rely on its Fan Protect guarantee for ticket legitimacy.
7. Today Tix — Broadway & Theater Deals
Looking for cheaper Broadway tickets? Today Tix offers:
- Wallet-friendly prices
- Up to 40% off select shows
- Daily calendar of lowest-priced tickets
They also list select concert deals.
8. TicketSmarter — Discounts for Students & Veterans
TicketSmarter rates listings by “smartness” and offers:
- VIP and genre-specific filters
- Discounts for students, teachers, healthcare workers, military, and more via Student Beans verification
9. Groupon — Local Concert & Festival Deals
Groupon isn’t just for massages and dinners. It also offers regional concert deals. You can sort by location, event type, or artist to snag great prices on live music events near you.
10. TicketCity — Longtime Resale Provider
Active since 1990, TicketCity provides a wide range of event listings and a 100% ticket guarantee. If your ticket isn’t delivered or is invalid, they’ll provide replacements or issue a refund/credit.
11. Ticket Liquidator & Viagogo — Large Global Networks
Both platforms are known for offering verified resale tickets:
- Ticket Liquidator includes a full money-back guarantee
- Viagogo uses multi-step security to validate sellers and ensure safe transactions
Your Turn: Where Do You Find the Best Concert Deals?
Have you used any of these ticketing sites to see your favorite artists live? Drop your experience in the comments on ChicagoMusicGuide.com — we’d love to hear your tips and promo hacks!