Beyoncé’s loyal fans, known as the BeyHive, faced a frustrating ordeal during pre-sale for her upcoming tour.
When the pre-sale for the much-awaited ‘Cowboy Carter and the Rodeo Chitlin’ Circuit Tour’ kicked off on February 11, fans encountered long wait times and technical glitches galore. Paying hefty service fees added insult to injury, leaving the BeyHive buzzing with dissatisfaction.
Taking to social media platform X, fans vented their frustrations. One user suggested a lawsuit akin to those filed by Taylor Swift’s fans, while another humorously likened the experience to endless CAPTCHA tests, with Ticketmaster showing tickets as unavailable.
Interestingly, the chaos isn’t unique to Beyoncé’s tour. Other artists such as J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, and SZA have also seen fans battling similar issues when trying to snag tickets for high-demand shows.
With Live Nation and Ticketmaster dominating the live event industry, fans find themselves with few options when faced with such hurdles. As demand for these coveted tickets outstrips the available supply, the situation becomes even more frustrating for eager concert-goers.
In an effort to appease the disappointed fans, Beyoncé and Live Nation announced the addition of more shows. This includes extra performances at notable venues like Chicago’s Soldier Field and London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, aiming to accommodate more fans.
Those who missed out on the initial pre-sale may still have a shot, as Ticketmaster plans two more pre-sale rounds. Verizon members and Citi cardholders will have another opportunity to try their luck, followed by a final chance for all.
For fans who can’t secure a pre-sale ticket, alternatives include trying the resale market or hoping for another tour announcement. With excitement high and tickets scarce, it’s a stressful time for any true Beyoncé devotee.
Beyoncé’s BeyHive remains hopeful despite the ticketing chaos, eagerly anticipating the chance to see their idol live.
