Taylor Swift, Coldplay, Lady Gaga, BTS – Singapore is that girl when it comes to hosting the biggest concerts in Asia. But, that also means your chances of missing out on tickets just went up. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Here are some expert tips and tricks on how to buy concert tickets in Singapore, so you’ll never have to worry about missing a potentially sold-out show again!
How to buy concert tickets in Singapore
If you think the only ways to buy concert tickets are online or through SingPost, think again! I was today years old when I discovered a third method, and while it’s not the most common, it’s worth a shot. Here are the three ways you can secure your concert tickets:
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Online
Concerts typically partner with official ticket retailers like SISTIC and TicketMaster to manage sales and prevent scalpers from getting the upper hand. Head to these websites to check ticket sale dates and set an alarm so you don’t miss your chance to see your favorite artists!
To buy tickets, simply create an account on these platforms, enter your details like name and credit card information, and proceed with your purchase. However, if you’re trying to snag tickets for huge acts like Le Sserafim or Lady Gaga, be ready to wait in a virtual queue with randomised numbers — and it could take hours!
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Singpost
You might be wondering: how can you get concert tickets in Singapore offline? One option is to head to your nearest SingPost outlet! Simply visit the customer service counter, provide the staff with details like the number of tickets and seat category, and they’ll take care of the rest. If you’re lucky, your tickets could be in your hands before you know it — how sweet is that?
But, just a heads-up: this doesn’t mean you can skip the queue. Expect long lines, especially during general sales days, as SingPost outlets are often flooded with eager concertgoers.
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Phone hotline
A phone hotline for concert tickets? It might sound like an old-school method, but hey, if it works, it works! I learnt from Reddit users that one guy managed to score Coldplay tickets by using the concierge service that came with his American Express Centurion card. Turns out, if your credit card offers concierge services, you can simply call them up and ask them to secure tickets for you. A few other users shared similar experiences with premium cards like Citi Prestige.
It’s important to note, though, that credit cards with concierge services typically require an annual income of at least $120,000 to qualify. I unfortunately don’t qualify (yet), but if you know friends that do, congrats — you can now borrow this powerful ticket-buying tool from them!
Tips on how to secure concert tickets online in Singapore
1. Qualify for concert presales
When you’re trying to get tickets to a massive show, general sale feels like trying to win a lottery. That’s why presales are your golden ticket! Presales allow certain groups to buy tickets before the general public, giving you a major head start. The more presales you qualify for, the more shots you have at getting that dream seat (or that glorious barricade position if you’re a standing pit warrior).
Here’s a breakdown of the main types of concert presales in Singapore and how to unlock them:
- Credit Card Presales: This is one of the most slept-on strategies, especially for those new to the concert scene. For big shows like Lady Gaga, Coldplay, or Taylor Swift, a Mastercard Presale might open 48 hours before general sales.
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- What are they? Credit card presales are exclusive to customers of certain banks or card types — usually VIP or premium credit cards like Platinum or Infinite cards.
- How does it work? If you’re a cardholder (or can borrow the card from a trusted friend or family member), you’ll get early access — sometimes days before everyone else. Promoters often partner with banks like:
- UOB
- OCBC
- Citibank
- AMEX
- DBS/POSB
- Maybank
Pro Tip: Even if you’re not the cardholder, many people team up with friends to access the queue using someone else’s card. Just make sure to use that same card when checking out!
- Sponsor Presales: Sometimes concert promoters partner with brands, tourism boards, or travel agencies to give presale perks.
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- What are they? Brands like Klook and Singapore Airlines (KrisFlyer) sometimes offer special presale access if you’re a user or subscriber.
- Examples of recent sponsor presales:
- Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Presale
- Klook Presale
- How to qualify:
- Join loyalty programmes (e.g., KrisFlyer)
- Subscribe to email updates from brands like Klook
- Be quick — some links are shared only via email or app notifications
Pro Tip: Sign up for these brand newsletters even months before a concert announcement. You never know when your loyalty points will get you early access!
- Organiser Presales (e.g., Live Nation SG): Concert organisers themselves often host exclusive presales for their members.
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- What are they? Companies like Live Nation SG give early ticket access to people who register on their site.
- How to qualify:
- Create a free account on livenation.sg
- Subscribe to the mailing list
- Look out for presale announcements — sometimes you’ll get a unique link or code
Pro Tip: It’s FREE, and the tickets released in this presale can sometimes be way better than general sale if you’re quick.
- Fanclub Membership Presales: This is the big one, especially for K-pop concerts. But it does cost a little extra.
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- What are they? Official fanclubs often offer exclusive early ticket access to paying members. This is the best way to secure premium seats or VIP packages before they hit the general sale battlefield.
- Where to join:
- Weverse Memberships – BTS, SEVENTEEN, TXT, ENHYPEN, etc.
- Ticketmaster Verified Fan Program
- Membership Costs (as of 2025):
- Weverse Membership: USD $22/year (~SGD $30)
- IU’s UAENA Membership (via Daum Fancafe): Varies, but generally around KRW ₩25,000–₩30,000 (~SGD $25–$35)
- Why it matters: Fanclub members usually get first dibs on tickets, even before credit card holders. You often receive a unique presale code, which is emailed or shown in your account dashboard.
IMPORTANT:
- Register early. Many fanclubs require that you join at least 1–2 weeks before the presale period. They usually release announcements via fanclub notice boards.
- Double-check eligibility. Being a member doesn’t always guarantee a code — you often have to opt in to specific events. You have to click the link in the announcement and fill up the form to register in order for your code to work during presale. They have to register your code to the ticketmaster system for you to be able to enter. You should end up with a notice like this under the “Event Entries” tab in Weverse in order to qualify for presale.
Stack your presales like a pro! The more presales you qualify for, the more chances you can get. If you’re eyeing a high-demand concert in SG, this is the ideal presale prep strategy:
- Join the official fanclub (if applicable)
- Register for the concert organiser’s site (e.g., Live Nation)
- Check your bank or card eligibility if you qualify for the credit card presales
- Join sponsor loyalty programs (e.g., KrisFlyer, Klook)
- Mark all presale dates on your calendar and set alarms!
2. Good WiFi is EVERYTHING
Let’s be real — no matter how many presales you qualify for, your chances will crash and burn without a solid internet connection. When you’re racing against a million other fans (and yes, sometimes literal bots), every millisecond counts. Gone are the days when you could casually log on with café WiFi and pray for a miracle. In 2025, you’re competing against:
- Hardcore fans with full desktop setups (and sometimes in PC Bangs with lightning speed internet),
- People with 3 devices logged in,
- And yes — ticketing assistance services and bots that auto-click faster than you can blink.
Most ticketing sites (like Ticketmaster SG) place users in a randomised queue, but faster internet connections can help load the queue page quicker. If you’re too slow getting in, the best you’ll get is “We’re experiencing high traffic, please try again later” a.k.a. the worst experience ever. A stronger connection can also reduce the risk of crashing, freezing, or timing out when you’re finally selecting your seat.
Do NOT rely on:
- Public WiFi (Starbucks, McDonald’s, libraries) — too many users, unstable bandwidth, and often restricted networks.
- Slow or shared home WiFi where someone’s bingeing Netflix in the next room.
- Your phone’s hotspot unless you’re sitting on 5G gold.
What You Should Do:
- Set up at home or in an office with stable internet.
- Sit as close to the router as possible — yes, physical distance makes a difference.
- Consider using a wired Ethernet connection (if you’re using a laptop or desktop). It’s often faster and more reliable than WiFi.
- Use a device that loads fast — avoid old, laggy phones or laptops that might crash mid-queue.
- Test your speed at fast.com or speedtest.net. Aim for at least 50 Mbps download speed.
- Close unnecessary apps, tabs, and downloads on your device.
3. Get multiple devices ready
If you’re buying the tickets online, it’s safer to have multiple devices ready and all logged into the ticketing page. Even if one of your devices fails, at least you’ll have a backup! We’d recommend using both your phone and computer, especially if you’re buying tickets for a popular group. Should you be buying tickets with a group of friends, everyone should use at least one device each to increase the chances of getting the tickets. You can then proceed to key in the credit card details into that account.
This ensures the entire group isn’t just depending on one device to purchase the tickets. However, this method could backfire if too many people are logged into the system, as it’ll result in the system crashing. This happened for a lot of Swifties during Taylor Swift’s recent concert ticket sales. So proceed with caution!
4. Prepare multiple accounts beforehand
After setting up multiple devices, it’s time to set up multiple accounts. Why can’t I use the same account across all devices, you might ask. Well, some ticketing sites are trying to prevent scalpers from getting tickets by kicking out accounts that are used on multiple devices. If you do not want to be kicked out of the system, which was the case for many fans trying to buy Taylor Swift concert tickets recently, your best bet would be to set up as many accounts as possible. Then, you will be able to distribute one account per device and avoid being recognised as a scalper (or even a bot) by the system.
Pro tip: Start preparing early as setting up accounts on ticketing platforms can be quite time-consuming. They might require unique phone numbers and email addresses for each account. So start early and get help from as many people as possible for extra phone numbers!
5. Ample preparation
If you think securing concert tickets is all about speed, you’re only half right — prep is what makes or breaks your chances. Trust me, after years of queueing for some of the most chaotic ticket drops (from BTS to SUGA to IU), I’ve learned that being over-prepared is the secret weapon. Here’s how to prep before any major ticketing day:
- Log In Early, Always: Make it a habit to log in at least 30–60 minutes before ticket sales start. Why?
- To avoid last-minute login issues.
- To ensure the session is still valid so you can join the queue the second it opens.
For high-demand concerts, like when SUGA’s Agust D tour hit Singapore or when Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour dates dropped, I log in one hour before minimum —sometimes earlier if I’m running multiple accounts/devices.
- Prep a Notes App with Everything: Do NOT rely on your memory when adrenaline is high and the page finally loads. Instead, create a simple notes doc with all the crucial info. Here’s what to include:
- Ticketing website URL
- Email & password for the account
- Membership or presale code
- Desired seating category + section priority
- Credit card number (or just keep the card nearby)
- Backup card, in case one fails
- Queue join timing schedule (if you’re coordinating with friends)
This is the exact method I used during SUGA’s Agust D Tour ticket sales — I distributed my ticketing notes to friends who were helping me queue. It saved us so much time because they didn’t need to ask questions — they could just copy, paste, and go. You can refer to the image I’ve included here as an example of how I structured my notes.
- Stagger Your Queue Strategy: If you’re using multiple accounts or devices, try this method.
- Stagger your queue entry times (e.g., 9:40am, 9:45am, 9:50am, 9:55am for a 10:00am sale). This increases the chance that at least one of your devices lands in the queue sweet spot.
- Be sure all devices are logged in beforehand so you’re not wasting time at the last minute.
- Card On Standby: Time is precious once you’re in the ticketing page. You won’t want to fumble through your wallet looking for your credit card while 50,000 other fans are checking out. You should keep your card physically next to you or, save the details on a secure notes app. Bonus: If your ticketing site supports auto-fill or saved payment details, use it!
- Know What You Want — And Set Backups: Don’t waste time analysing seat maps mid-sale. Be crystal clear on:
- VIP vs Standing vs Seated vs Restricted View
- Preferred sections/blocks
- Budget limit
If your first option sells out, you’ll already know your backup choices. A not-so-ideal ticket is better than no ticket. You can always resell or swap later through trusted fan exchanges.
Here’s how your final checklist should look like before the drop:
- Logged into ticketing site
- Notes app open with all info
- Card on standby
- Queue strategy shared with friends
- Laptop + phone ready
- Mental pep talk done!
Ample preparation isn’t about being paranoid — it’s about being strategic. The competition is no joke, especially when Singapore is the only Asia stop. So plan like you’re the concert planner yourself and hustle like your fave just announced their farewell tour.
Tips on how to buy concert tickets from SingPost in Singapore
6. The lesser known the better
If you’re heading down to the physical SingPost or Sistic outlets for tickets, aim for those that are lesser known. As you’ll have to queue at the outlet itself, you’re better off at a SingPost in a lesser known neighbourhood where you’re likely to experience a shorter waiting time. When you buy tickets at these places, you’re still fighting with the general crowd who’ll be buying tickets online and at the other outlets. Everything will be left in the hands of the person at the counter.
However, if you’re intending to buy tickets from Singapore Sports Hub itself, be prepared for insanely long queues. Be there at least two to three hours early to be at the front of the queue. In the case of the Taylor Swift Eras Tour ticket sales, some Swifties started queueing two days prior to ticket sales! Keep in mind that the longer the queues, the lesser the chances of you getting the tickets!
Pro Tip: While queueing at SingPost or other physical points of sale, we suggest you try to buy the tickets online using your smart devices! This way you will be able to secure your tickets even if plan A fails!
7. Get your friends to queue with you
Queuing at SingPost for hours is no easy feat. However, the experience can be much more bearable if you have friends with you. You can take turns going on toilet breaks, and get food for each other. Imagine queuing for multiple hours without food and not being able to go to the washroom. That would be horrible, especially if you plan to queue overnight.
Pro tip: Be well prepared with foldable chairs, yoga mats and some snacks. These little things are going to make your experience so much more bearable!
Now you know how to buy concert tickets in Singapore!
Prepare like it’s the Hunger Games, stay updated, and don’t be afraid to ask your friends for help. Teamwork makes the dream work! Now go forth, secure that ticket, and I’ll see you screaming at the barricade. Check out our list of upcoming concerts in Singapore so you don’t miss out on any of these world-class performances! While you await patiently for the big event, hype yourself up first at one of these best karaoke bars. Otherwise, you can also check out any of these exciting things to do in Singapore this weekend.
This article was updated on 4 April 2025. Additional research was done by Jaia Corral.
