U2 Innocence & Experience Tour 2015 (Dublin and Belfast gigs confirmed, post #275)

lukin · 14-09-2015 03:46PM

Pardon my ignorance but how does this ticketless thing work?The credit card you bought them with is scanned at the door?

sbEdge · 14-09-2015 03:48PM

I got tickets for the shows in London when they went on sale last year. They were sold through axs.com. It was a dream to use compared to ticketmaster. You could choose how many tickets you wanted and enter all your details and payment information while waiting for the tickets to go on sale. Then when they went on sale, your tickets appeared on screen immediately and all you had to do was press "buy tickets". I don't know why ticketmaster can't implement such a system.

cocker5 · 14-09-2015 03:49PM

TomPetty wrote: »

Hi Folks,
Managed to get two standing tickets for the Mon Night for myself and my 8 Year Old Son who is simply U2 mental !!
Having never missed an Irish U2 show myself since 1985, was delighted with myself.
Have since been told by a friend, that there may be an issue with my 8 year old being allowed into the Standing area. Both devastated :-(
Is this strictly enforced do you know ?
Signed : Two very disappointed fans !!

Just checked it out for you :

what age restrictions apply to tickets?

➤3 Arena, Dublin : Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult over 18 at all times. No under 14s in the standing area.

http://blog.ticketmaster.ie/music/faqs-u2-innocence-experience-tour-2015-3555

so sorry :mad:

setanta74 · 14-09-2015 03:49PM

Pepsicass wrote: »

I got two tickets for the Fri night. €77 for both - second row in block D, almost centre of row. No mention of restricted view. Can someone explain the screen to me and how it might impede our view and whether it's there the whole time. Will we still have a good view of the actual band or will that be restricted as well? Regardless, I'm delighted with the two tickets at a super price!

Dont sweat it. My tickets were €77 as well for both and are bang in line with the end of the screen so I wont see it. Not bothered at all. Its about the music right

Loads of clips on youtube will give you an idea and you can see full gigs where you can see the screen is actually up for a good deal of the gig and you should get great views of the smaller stage especially.

Irish Aris · 14-09-2015 03:50PM

lukin wrote: »

Pardon my ignorance but how does this ticketless thing work?The credit card you bought them with is scanned at the door?

yes.
The way it was at Michael Buble they had a machine and swiped my card and it printed a (kind of) ticket on the spot.
Mind you, I can't recall if they checked ID.

polydactyl · 14-09-2015 03:51PM

Maybe once you get there you can swap with someone for seated? Many would gladly awap seats for standing and then you could still go and still get through the paperless ticket barrier as you will be there.

ronanclinton · 14-09-2015 03:57PM

I found it almost impossible to get the tickets this morning, issues with the Visa Verify etc. However in my frustration I did manage to get tickets. Only when I checked after the purchase did I notice they are Student tickets and they will require student ID. I paid approx €82 e for 2 tickets. From what I heard, the student issue was a mistake and I hope there are no issues with getting into the gig on Monday 23rd.

lukin · 14-09-2015 03:59PM

Irish Aris wrote: »

yes.
The way it was at Michael Buble they had a machine and swiped my card and it printed a (kind of) ticket on the spot.
Mind you, I can't recall if they checked ID.

I'd prefer to have the ticket in my hand going to the gig but if that's the way they do it then I suppose I'll have to live with it.

TomPetty · 14-09-2015 03:59PM

polydactyl wrote: »

Maybe once you get there you can swap with someone for seated? Many would gladly awap seats for standing and then you could still go and still get through the paperless ticket barrier as you will be there.

That would be fantastic - I wonder would there be many people willing to give up their comfy seats on the night and would the venue support this ??

wiciu.o · 14-09-2015 04:00PM

This price €185 for standard ticket took me completely by surprise. :eek:
I saw before that price range is €30 - €185 but thought that upper price range is for some premium tickets.
I was rather expecting something in €70-90€ range.

They should have provided more info on ticket price breakdown to help people make more conscious decision rather than have seconds to decide.
Especially the gapbetween seating €90 and €185 tickets

Exclamation Marc · 14-09-2015 04:01PM

Irish Aris wrote: »

yes.
The way it was at Michael Buble they had a machine and swiped my card and it printed a (kind of) ticket on the spot.
Mind you, I can't recall if they checked ID.

THANK YOU.

It was wrecking my head so much all day when this happened to me before, was convinced it was Michael McIntyre but couldn't put my finger on it.

Ahhhhhhhhh.

recyclops · 14-09-2015 04:02PM

just had a look on seatwave, some insane prices there for tickets that were already insane prices.

its crazy to think this is a ticketmaster funded racquet

cocker5 · 14-09-2015 04:02PM

Paid €77.50 for standing which isnt too bad

ronanclinton · 14-09-2015 04:02PM

I found it almost impossible to get the tickets this morning, issues with the Visa Verify etc. However in my frustration I did manage to get tickets. Only when I checked after the purchase did I notice they are Student tickets and they will require student ID. I paid approx €82 e for 2 tickets. From what I heard, the student issue was a mistake and I hope there are no issues with getting into the gig on Monday 23rd, as I am not a student?

Exclamation Marc · 14-09-2015 04:02PM

TomPetty wrote: »

That would be fantastic - I wonder would there be many people willing to give up their comfy seats on the night and would the venue support this ??

Won't happen. The standing areas and seated areas are completely segregated. They filter all standing and seated through different entrances and the stairs between two areas are closed off.

There's no link between the two (apart from the disabled lift if I remember correctly).

whiskeyman · 14-09-2015 04:03PM

TomPetty wrote: »

That would be fantastic - I wonder would there be many people willing to give up their comfy seats on the night and would the venue support this ??

Perhaps put a post here or up on toutless.com explaining your situation in order to have some to arrange a swap once there??

polydactyl · 14-09-2015 04:03PM

TomPetty wrote: »

That would be fantastic - I wonder would there be many people willing to give up their comfy seats on the night and would the venue support this ??

Well I cant speak for the venue but maybe.I know they often accomodate pregnant women with issues like this e.g. bought standing and then realised it would not be possible. As for swapping, I can only speak for my husband who if he had even the 196 euro tickets would willingly directly swap them for GA no problem.

ronanclinton · 14-09-2015 04:03PM

I found it almost impossible to get the tickets this morning, issues with the Visa Verify etc. However in my frustration I did manage to get tickets. Only when I checked after the purchase did I notice they are Student tickets and they will require student ID. I paid approx €82 e for 2 tickets (seated). From what I heard, the student issue was a mistake and I hope there are no issues with getting into the gig on Monday 23rd, as I am not a student?

lukin · 14-09-2015 04:04PM

I have just noticed the credit card I bought my tickets with expires at the end of this October. That isn't going to matter I hope?

TomPetty · 14-09-2015 04:17PM

polydactyl wrote: »

Well I cant speak for the venue but maybe.I know they often accomodate pregnant women with issues like this e.g. bought standing and then realised it would not be possible. As for swapping, I can only speak for my husband who if he had even the 196 euro tickets would willingly directly swap them for GA no problem.

Thanks a million for the advice folks - Will do that suggestion about posting to see if anybody is interested in swapping. Here's hoping ... :rolleyes:

sbEdge · 14-09-2015 04:20PM

lukin wrote: »

I have just noticed the credit card I bought my tickets with expires at the end of this October. That isn't going to matter I hope?

Keep the expired card, you can still use for entry to the arena, that was confirmed by u2.com

lukin · 14-09-2015 04:27PM

sbEdge wrote: »

Keep the expired card, you can still use for entry to the arena, that was confirmed by u2.com

Fecking good job I asked. I would have probably used the scissors on it at the end of October if I hadn't.

Mumser · 14-09-2015 04:28PM

My husband got 2 GA standing tickets and I got 2 GA standing tickets for the same night. We are delighted as we can now bring our sons - they are over 14. My confirmation refers to GA2. Does anyone know if we might be assigned to different sections of the standing area? Or if we enter together can we all go to the same area? Really want to go together.
Thanks.

Exclamation Marc · 14-09-2015 04:30PM

Mumser wrote: »

My husband got 2 GA standing tickets and I got 2 GA standing tickets for the same night. We are delighted as we can now bring our sons - they are over 14. My confirmation refers to GA2. Does anyone know if we might be assigned to different sections of the standing area? Or if we enter together can we all go to the same area? Really want to go together.
Thanks.

No they're just a numbering system don't worry. The GA areas are all the same. You'll all be going through the same entrance so you'll be absolutely fine, whether you go in together or not.

psychozeb · 14-09-2015 04:31PM

TomPetty wrote: »

Thanks a million for the advice folks - Will do that suggestion about posting to see if anybody is interested in swapping. Here's hoping ... :rolleyes:

I'd be interested but I've only the one ticket for the friday or Saturday .and they might be restricted view

joinme · 14-09-2015 04:33PM

cocker5 wrote: »

wooooo hooo got tickets for the Friday gig standing....

cannot believe my luck

:D:D:D:D:D:D

did you just get them this afternoon?

14-09-2015 04:37PM

It's only ticketless for standing.

Option was there to post tickets for seated tickets

sarachryan · 14-09-2015 04:38PM

Basq wrote: »

Had 2 decent tickets in the bag for Friday - Block E, Back Row, Middle Seats.

Hit 'Continue'.. then 'We Are Unable To Process Your Request'.

Tits.. not gonna bother now!

EDIT: Block M now.. a-no-thank-you!

Enjoy anyways all!

I think Block E will be very restricted. Can't see screen. Block M are pretty good I think

Seve OB · 14-09-2015 04:47PM

polydactyl wrote: »

Maybe once you get there you can swap with someone for seated? Many would gladly awap seats for standing and then you could still go and still get through the paperless ticket barrier as you will be there.

TomPetty wrote: »

That would be fantastic - I wonder would there be many people willing to give up their comfy seats on the night and would the venue support this ??

I'll gladly swap with you if you are going on Friday night?

wiciu.o wrote: »

They should have provided more info on ticket price breakdown to help people make more conscious decision rather than have seconds to decide.
Especially the gapbetween seating €90 and €185 tickets

They did :rolleyes:

lukin · 14-09-2015 04:48PM

I am not comfortable with the idea of not having a ticket going to the gig. I just don't like it. Ticketmaster shouldn't be allowed to do that.

U2 Innocence & Experience Tour 2015 (Dublin and Belfast gigs confirmed, post #275)

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