As SmackDown heads to the Scope Arena in Norfolk, VA, this Friday, WWE appears to be on its way to a sellout.
On Tuesday, ticket tracker WrestleTix reported that just over 400 tickets were still available for Friday’s show, with the most affordable standard admission ticket going for $71.25.
Recently, I reported the concerns of one patron about WWE’s high ticket prices before he ultimately gave in and went to Raw on Monday.
A well-known WWE superfan known online as “Brock Lesnar Guy” said ringside seats
for Raw at Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum cost more than $900. But by showtime, he was in the front row, enjoying the action — apparently, at a fraction of the cost.
After someone on X wrote to him, saying, “I see you paid the 900+ for a ticket you were just bitching about,” he responded, “*373,” suggesting he paid only $373 for his seat.
“Brock Lesnar Guy’s” advice?
“Always wait last minute. Always,” he said, adding a winking face emoji.
Whether it’s pro wrestling, pro sports, or concerts, a strategy of many event-goers is to wait until the day of the event — and the last possible moment — to buy a ticket.
For fans who badly want to go to an event, the strategy is risky, as they could get shut out by a last-minute rush. But for those willing to wait, the payoff can be big: enjoying their desired show while saving money.
“The day before or the day of an event is the best time to find cheap concert tickets if you missed the presale window,” according to The Penny Hoarder, a personal finance website that shares tips and stories on how to save money.
It notes that waiting until the very last minute to secure tickets is tough, especially if traveling to the show. But there could be good news for folks who live nearby, says the Hoarder.
“If you live near the venue and can keep your calendar clear that night, waiting until the last minute can be a great opportunity to get cheap tickets.”
