Fans eager to secure their spot at Sam Fender’s highly anticipated UK and European tour faced considerable disappointment today, as tickets for all tour dates sold out within hours of going on general sale. The overwhelming demand frustrated many fans after several unsuccessful attempts during previous pre-sales.
The general sale commenced at 10 a.m. on Friday, October 25, with tickets available through popular platforms like Ticketmaster, AXS, and Seetickets. However, by noon, every date had sold out, leading to a widespread outcry among fans hopeful for a chance to see the “Seventeen Going Under” star live in concert. The frenzy surrounding the ticket sales showcased just how much excitement there is for the North Shields native’s upcoming performances.
The UK and Ireland leg of the tour will kick off in Dublin on December 2, featuring shows in major cities, including Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, and London, before culminating in a highly anticipated concert in Newcastle on December 20. Given Fender’s meteoric rise in popularity, expectations were high, and the swift sell-out only underlined the fervour among his fanbase.
However, despite the anticipation, the ticket-buying experience was riddled with challenges. Reports of technical issues flooded social media, as many fans took to platforms like X (formerly Twitter) to express their anger and disappointment. Complaints ranged from being falsely flagged as ‘bots’ during purchasing to encountering ‘sold out’ notifications after waiting in lengthy queues. One frustrated fan lamented, “Ticketmaster tell me how I’ve queued every single day for presale AND started the general queue today with only 1000 people ahead of me, and I still do not have Sam Fender tickets.”
The situation was compounded by fans encountering issues on multiple ticketing platforms. Many recounted experiences where they made it through the online queue only to find all tickets had vanished when they reached the purchasing page. “Imagine being in a good position in the queue and then Ticketmaster freezing. It feels like a scam,” another upset fan wrote, highlighting the frustrations many face in their quest for tickets.
In response to the overwhelming demand, Sam Fender took to social media to reassure fans that more announcements regarding potential additional dates are forthcoming. “The response has been completely overwhelming,” he remarked, emphasising his appreciation for the support from his North East fans. This sentiment was echoed on his official website, hinting at more concert dates possibly being added soon.
Since the initial pre-sales began on Tuesday, several ticket releases have been made, including ones specific to certain venues and a special Spotify pre-sale. The ticket demand was so intense that three additional dates were quickly added in Manchester, London, and Glasgow. Even these extra shows sold out within hours, further demonstrating the strength of Fender’s fan base.
As the clock ticked down toward the general sale, fans expressed a mix of hope and anxiety. Many documented their struggles on X, with posts reflecting a range of emotions from excitement to despair. “I feel sick thinking about trying to get Sam Fender tickets,” one fan tweeted, capturing the high stakes of the situation.
With general frustration directed at Ticketmaster for the ticketing debacle, many fans wonder if there will be more opportunities to see Sam Fender perform live. As the situation unfolds, fans are encouraged to stay tuned for updates on new tour dates or ticket releases.
Upcoming Tour Dates:
– UK:
- December 2 – 3Arena, Dublin
- December 4 – First Direct Arena, Leeds
- December 6 – Co-Op Live, Manchester
- December 7 – Co-Op Live, Manchester (EXTRA DATE)
- December 10 – The O2, London
- December 12 – The O2, London (EXTRA DATE)
- December 13 – Utilita Arena, Birmingham
- December 16 – OVO Hydro, Glasgow
- December 17 – OVO Hydro, Glasgow (EXTRA DATE)
- December 20 – Utilita Arena, Newcastle
– Europe:
- March 4 – Olympia, Paris
- March 5 – 013 Poppodium, Tilburg
- March 8 – Halle 622, Zurich
- March 10 – Palladium, Cologne
- March 12 – Zenith, Munich
- March 13 – ChorusLife Arena, Bergamo
- March 16 – Uber Eats Music Hall, Berlin
- March 18 – Afas Live, Amsterdam
- March 19 – Forest National, Brussels
As excitement builds for Sam Fender’s tour, fans remain hopeful for additional opportunities to catch him live amidst the ongoing ticketing challenges.