Alright, let’s dive into how I managed to snag those Stray Kids presale tickets. It was a whole operation, let me tell you.
Phase 1: Reconnaissance and Prep
- First, I signed up for every mailing list and fan club I could find. You gotta get that insider info, right?
- Then, I made sure my Ticketmaster account was up-to-date with my current address and payment info. Ain’t nobody got time to be typing that in when the clock is ticking.
- Next up, the browser battle plan. I decided to use Chrome because it seemed the fastest from past experiences. Also, I cleared my cache and cookies – gotta start fresh!
- Crucially, I set up multiple devices: my laptop, my phone, and even my tablet. More devices = more chances, simple math.
Phase 2: The Waiting Game (and More Prep!)
- I logged in to Ticketmaster like an hour before the presale started. Seriously, don’t wait until the last minute.
- I found the specific event page and just stared at it, refreshing every few minutes (but not too much, you don’t wanna get flagged as a bot).
- While waiting, I practiced clicking through the ticket selection process in another window on a different event. Muscle memory is key!
- I had my credit card ready, my phone nearby for any verification codes, and a glass of water. This is serious business.
Phase 3: Go Time!
- The second the clock struck presale time, I hit refresh like my life depended on it.
- I selected the number of tickets I wanted (I was going with a friend, so two).
- This is where it gets tricky. I didn’t get picky about seats. Best available was my motto. You can always try to trade later.
- I clicked through as fast as humanly possible, ignoring the fancy seat maps and just focusing on getting to the checkout.
- The verification code popped up. I grabbed my phone, typed it in, and held my breath.
Phase 4: Victory (and Aftermath)
- BOOM! Confirmation page! I almost screamed.
- I immediately took a screenshot because you never know what could happen.
- Then, I calmly (okay, maybe not calmly) checked my email to make sure the confirmation email came through.
- After that, I called my friend and told them the good news.
- Finally, I collapsed on the couch, exhausted but triumphant.
Key Takeaways:
- Speed is everything. Be prepared and know what you’re doing.
- Don’t be picky about seats. Just get in the door.
- Multiple devices are your friend.
- Have everything ready beforehand: account info, payment info, etc.
- And most importantly, don’t give up! Even if you don’t get tickets right away, keep trying. Sometimes people’s carts expire, and tickets become available again.
That’s pretty much it. It was stressful, but totally worth it. See you at the concert!