How to Set Up Concert Alerts on Ticketmaster For Any Artist (2024)

In 2024, Ticketmaster sent over 100 million alerts to fans, helping them snag tickets to their dream concerts. I’ve personally used these alerts to remind me to score concert seats I thought impossible.

Today, I will share every trick I know about setting up concert alerts on Ticketmaster. Whether you’re a casual concertgoer or a die-hard fan, this guide will ensure you’re always first in line for tickets at any upcoming event.

If you need any more help, let me know!

Summary of Concert Alert Methods

How to Create Your Ticketmaster Account

Setting up a Ticketmaster account is your first step to never missing a concert again. I’ve been through this process countless times, helping friends and family get on board, so I’ll walk you each option step-by-step.

1. Visit Ticketmaster.com and click “Sign Up” in the top right corner.
2. Enter your email address, create a strong password, and fill in your personal details.
3. Agree to the terms of use and privacy policy, then click “Create Account”.
4. Check your email for a verification link and click it to activate your account.

Verifying your email and phone number is crucial for seamless notifications. I learned this the hard way when I missed out on a presale because my old phone number was still linked to my account. Don’t make the same mistake!

1. In the top right corner of Ticketmaster, click on “My Account”.
2. Select “My Profile” and then “Profile Details”.
3. Under this Profile Details screen, make sure your email address and phone number are up to date. If you need to, click on the edit button and make sure they are correct.

How to Setup Concert Alerts on Ticketmaster

With your account set up, it’s time to optimize it for maximum alert effectiveness. There are two main ways to get notifications in your inbox about upcoming events and concert presale codes: artist-specific codes and category-specific codes.

Artist Specific Codes

Artist-specific codes give you notifications whenever a specific artist updates their upcoming tour schedule with new events. This is the best way to make sure you know about updates from your favorite artists.

To add specific artists, teams, or venues to your Favorites:

1. Search for any artist and pull up their profile page.
2. Click on the heart icon in the artist’s banner
3. Repeat this process for all the acts and venues you want to track.

That’s it! You will receive emails about any updates.

By adding your favorite artists and venues, you can easily monitor available tickets and receive alerts for any changes in ticket availability.

Category Specific Alerts

Ticketmaster has a free feature where you can also subscribe to specific genres, sports, and categories on Ticketmaster and receive generic emails about events in your area. This is a more passive way to receive emails without needing to go and ‘like’ hundreds of different artists and teams.

To setup category alerts:

1. Click on “My Account” in the top right corner of the Ticketmaster website.
2. Select “My Settings” and then “Manage Preferences”.
3. Set your location so that Ticketmaster knows where to send you relevant events from.
4. Select the categories you want to be notified for: Music, Sports, Arts & Theater, Family, and Miscellaneous.
5. Click on “Update Your Interests” to lock in your selections.

By following these steps, you’ll have a rock-solid Ticketmaster account that’s primed for concert alerts. Trust me, the effort you put in now will pay off when you’re front row at your dream show!

Configuring Email Alerts for Concert Notifications

Subscribing to specific artists and categories isn’t quite enough. You also need to make sure your email preferences are setup so that you can actually receive emails.

Here’s how I’ve optimized my email notifications to never miss an announcement:

1. Click on “My Account” in the top right corner.
2. Under “My Settings” click on “Manage Alerts”.
3. Check the boxes to opt-in for ticket, team, and venue notifications
4. When you finish, click “Update Preferences” to lock in your selections.

You can also set up email alerts to notify you of any changes in ticket price, helping you stay informed about the best deals.

Pro Tip: A little further down, you can customize your alerts even further by enabling or disabling other specific communication events:

1. Spotlight news for trending or popular artists
2. Special event offers (Ticketmaster promo codes)
3. Tips and info related to using your Ticketmaster tickets
4. Partner offers
5. SMS text notifications for new events

If you turn everything on, Ticketmaster will let you know about resale tickets for sold out shows as well.

To ensure Ticketmaster emails don’t end up in spam, I follow these tips:

• Add Ticketmaster’s email address to your contacts list.
• Mark any Ticketmaster emails in your spam folder as “Not Spam”.
• Engage with Ticketmaster emails by opening them and clicking links occasionally.
• Check your spam folder regularly, especially around anticipated on-sale dates.

By fine-tuning your email alerts, you’ll have a reliable system that keeps you in the loop about all your favorite artists’ upcoming shows and ticket sales.

Exploring Third-Party Tools for Enhanced Monitoring

While Ticketmaster’s native alerts are great, I’ve found that third-party tools can give me an extra edge in the competitive world of concert ticket buying. Let me share my experiences with two powerful tools: Distill.io and Visualping.

Setting up Distill.io to track Ticketmaster upcoming events

Distill.io has been a game-changer for me when it comes to monitoring Ticketmaster event pages. Here’s how I set it up:

1. Install the Distill.io browser extension (available for Chrome, Firefox, and Opera).
2. Navigate to the Ticketmaster event page you want to monitor.
3. Click the Distill.io icon in your browser and select “Add to Watch List”.
4. Choose “Select parts of the page” and highlight the area containing ticket availability info.
5. Click “Save” and set your desired check frequency and notification method.

Distill will send you an alert when the Ticketmaster artist page has been changed in any way. I use Distill to show me when an artist’s tour dates have been updated.

Best practices I’ve learned for monitoring frequency and notification settings:

• For most shows, I set checks at once per week and check on Tuesday. Monday or Tuesday are when most concerts are announced.
• I use a combination of browser notifications and email alerts for redundancy.
• I create different watchlists for various types of events (e.g., presales, general on-sales).

Using Visualping for comprehensive webpage change alerts

Visualping offers a similar approach to Distill that I find useful for monitoring entire Ticketmaster pages. Here’s my process:

1. Go to Visualping.io and create an account.
2. Enter the URL of the Ticketmaster page you want to monitor.
3. Use the visual selector tool to choose specific areas of the page to watch.
4. Set your preferred check frequency and notification method.

Customizing alert frequency and delivery methods:

• For most events, I find daily or weekly checks sufficient.
• I use email alerts for less urgent updates and SMS for critical notifications.
• I’ve set up different alert sounds for various types of changes to quickly identify important updates.

Troubleshooting Common Concert Alert Issues

I’ve faced my fair share of alert hiccups, but I’ve learned how to troubleshoot effectively. Here’s what I do when things go awry:

If you aren’t receiving expected alerts:

1. I double-check my account settings to ensure alerts are enabled.
2. I verify that my contact information is up-to-date.
3. I check my email spam folder and whitelist Ticketmaster’s email address.
4. I ensure my mobile app is updated to the latest version.

If you notifications are delayed or inconsistent:

• I compare the timestamp of the alert with the actual event announcement time.
• I test different notification methods to see if one is more reliable than others.
• I clear my browser cache and cookies, as sometimes this can affect web notifications.

Don’t be afraid to contact Ticketmaster support if you think that you are missing some access.

Advanced Concert Alert Strategies for Die-Hard Fans

As a die-hard music fan, I’ve developed some advanced strategies to stay ahead of the game:

Combining multiple alert methods for comprehensive coverage:

• I use Ticketmaster’s native alerts as my primary source.
• I supplement with third-party tools like Distill.io for specific high-demand shows.
• I set up Google Alerts for my favorite artists to catch any news or announcements.

Using social media in conjunction with Ticketmaster alerts:

• I check Stadiumhelp.com each week to see what new concerts and shows have been announced and what the presale codes are.
• I follow artists, venues, and Ticketmaster on platforms like Twitter and Instagram.
• I enable notifications for these accounts to catch any real-time announcements.
• I join fan groups on Facebook and Reddit where members often share presale codes and on-sale information.

Strategies for staying informed about last-minute ticket releases:

• I keep an eye on artist fan clubs for exclusive last-minute opportunities.
• I follow local radio stations that often get allocations for sold-out shows.
• I set up alerts for ticket resale platforms, as some fans release tickets close to show dates.

By implementing these advanced strategies and maintaining a balanced approach to alerts, I’ve created a system that keeps me informed without feeling overwhelmed. It’s a constant process of refinement, but it’s worth it when I score tickets to those must-see shows!

Frequently Asked Questions About Ticketmaster Concert Alerts (FAQs)

Conclusion

With these strategies for concert alerts on Ticketmaster in your toolkit, you’re now equipped to stay ahead of the curve on all your favorite artists’ ticket sales. Remember, the key to never missing a show is a combination of diligent alert setup and quick action when those notifications roll in.

I’ve used these exact methods to attend countless “sold-out” shows and discover new favorite artists through timely alerts. So set up those custom alerts, and get ready for a year filled with incredible live music experiences.