Qatar welcomed just over 765,000 visitors during the first two weeks of the FIFA World Cup, a stark contrast to the 1.2 million tourists expected by organisers. According to Reuters, which has seen an organisers’ report, Qatari officials predicted the peak period for international visitors to be between November 24-28 during the group stage. …
Fijian Drua partners with Flicket
Fiji rugby union club Fijian Drua has partnered with New Zealand ticketing company Flicket, allowing fans to purchase tickets through mobiles devices and the club’s website. In a first for Fiji, the new ticketing system will enable fans to purchase reserved platinum or gold seats at Churchill Park and HFC Bank Stadium. Fans can also …
The Bowery Presents announces plans for outdoor concert venue
The Bowery Presents and HYM Investment Group have announced plans to open a seasonal outdoor, general admission concert venue at Suffolk Downs, a racetrack in Boston. The Stage at Suffolk Downs will be located infield of The Track at 525 William F McClellan Highway, and will be able to host up to 8,5000 concert-goers. The …
Surrey CCC members able to purchase 2023 international tickets
Surrey County Cricket Club members are now able to purchase their full allocation of international tickets in 2023, including the England Men’s and Women’s Ashes. Members are able to buy tickets for the Women’s Ashes IT20 on July 5, the Men’s Ashes Test Match from July 27-31 and the Men’s ODI against New Zealand on …
Liverpool questions Real Madrid over low ticket allocation
Premier League club Liverpool has received an allocation of just 1,800 tickets for the UEFA Champions League away fixture against Real Madrid, at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in March. The club said in a statement: “This allocation is significantly less than expected for this game. “The club has contacted UEFA and Real Madrid regarding the reduced …
Accesso partners with London attraction IFS Cloud Cable Car
Accesso Technology Group, a technology solutions provider for attractions and venues, has partnered with the IFS Cloud Cable Car. The Cable Car is a urban cable car attraction in the UK, operated by consultancy and construction firm Mace. Accesso will support the London-based attraction’s on-site ticketing, eCommerce operations and global ticketing distribution. Owned by Transport …
Cricket Australia discusses ticket incentives to draw in larger crowds
Cricket Australia is looking into cutting ticket prices for international matches outside of school holidays to bring back crowds after COVID-19. According to The Age, cricket organisers are hoping to draw in attendances to match Big Bash League (BBL) levels, with decision-makers agreeing that pricing changes and incentives are needed for future summers. Adelaide (pictured) …
Australian Grand Prix race day tickets sell out within hours of going on sale
Formula 1’s Australian Grand Prix has sold out grandstand and park pass tickets for race day, just hours after going on sale. The race weekend will take place between March 30 and April 2, with over 130,000 expected to watch the race on the Sunday. Tickets went on sale today (Tuesday) and were snapped up …
Over 30,000 watch Manchester United Women at Old Trafford
Over 30,000 fans turned up to see Manchester United Women take on Aston Villa Women at Old Trafford on Saturday, setting a record attendance for the club. More than 36,000 tickets were sold for Manchester United Women’s match prior to Saturday, hinting at a record that would beat the 20,241 who attended the Women’s Super …
Extra tickets made available for Morocco vs Spain
FIFA has allocated an extra 5,000 tickets for Morocco’s World Cup last 16 match against Spain tomorrow (Tuesday) night. Morocco’s national team revealed the news on Twitter yesterday, and said: “After great efforts made by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, the International Federation of Football (FIFA) has allocated 5,000 tickets for the match that will …