Every year, the same question comes up: what do you get for the person who already has everything? Another sweater, another gadget, another gift card that sits in a drawer? There's a better answer. Experiences beat stuff, and tickets are the easiest experience gift there is. A great seat at a game, a concert or a show gives someone a night they'll talk about for years - and the anticipation leading up to it is half the fun. Here's how to pick the perfect tickets for everyone on your list.
For the die-hard sports fan
If someone on your list bleeds green, orange or red, Philadelphia sports tickets are the gift that never misses. An Eagles game at the Linc, a Flyers game during the winter or Phillies tickets for next season give a fan something to look forward to for weeks or months. For a family gift, call us and we'll help you find seats together so everyone can share the day. And if you really want to go big, premium seats, club access or a road trip to a game in another city make a gift they'll never forget.
For the music lover
Concert tickets are one of the most personal gifts you can give, because they say "I know what you love." Pair tickets for a favorite artist with a dinner reservation for a complete night out. Not sure who to pick? Tribute shows and intimate venues - like the Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe or the Arrow at Archer Music Hall in Allentown - are a great way to give a fun night out to someone whose favorite band isn't touring. And for the fan who likes to discover new music, a show at a smaller room is a perfect surprise.
The best gifts don’t fit in a box.
For the theater fan
Broadway and touring theater productions make a perfect gift for the theater lover in your life, and they're especially great for grandparents, parents and couples. Matinee tickets turn into a perfect afternoon outing - lunch, a show and a walk around the city afterward. Theater tickets also make a thoughtful gift for an anniversary or a milestone birthday that falls after the holidays.
For kids and families
Family-friendly events like sports games, shows and live entertainment give parents and kids something to do together, which is often the best gift of all. When you're buying for a family, make sure the seats are together and think about practical details: aisle seats for easy trips to the restroom, earlier start times for younger kids and seats that give little ones a clear view.
For clients, employees and coworkers
Tickets are one of the most memorable business gifts you can give. A pair of seats to a big game or a great concert shows appreciation in a way that a fruit basket never will. If you're buying for a team or a group of clients, call us early - larger groups of seats together are harder to find, and we can help you plan.
Make the reveal fun
Half the joy of giving tickets is the moment they open the gift. Since most tickets are mobile today, get creative with the reveal. Print a custom ticket-style card with the event, date and seat details. Wrap a team scarf, hat or jersey with the details tucked inside. Put a concert T-shirt in a box with a note that says "you're going to see them live." Or hide the details inside a puzzle, a scavenger hunt or a playlist of the artist's best songs.
Think about dates and flexibility
When you're buying tickets as a gift, check the calendar of the person you're buying for. Choose a date that's likely to work for them, and consider events that are a few weeks or months away so they have time to plan. If you're not sure which date works best, call us - we can talk through options and help you choose. For a surprise, quietly check with a spouse, roommate or coworker to make sure the date is clear before you buy. A little planning up front keeps the surprise intact and makes sure the gift actually gets used.
Buy with confidence
The last thing you want is a gift that doesn't work at the door. Every ticket from ABC Tickets is 100% authentic and valid for entry, arrives in time for the event and comes with a full refund if the event is canceled and not rescheduled. All seats are side by side unless otherwise noted.
Order early
Popular holiday-season games and shows go fast, and prices for the most in-demand events often rise as the date gets closer. The earlier you shop, the more choices you'll have. Call 1-800-355-5555, Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 4:00pm, and a live agent will help you choose the perfect tickets for everyone on your list. We've been helping people give great nights out since 1989. The best gifts don't fit in a box.
