What is the difference between standard and general admission tickets?


What is the difference between standard and general admission tickets? “Reserved” tickets mean you are given a row and a seat number and therefore know before the event where you will be seated. “Unreserved” or “General Admission” tickets may be seating or standing tickets, and are allocated on a first-in, best-dressed basis at the event.


Does general admission mean free seating?

In a general admission (also known as open seating or free seating) scheme, each spectator has a ticket. However, the location from which they will watch the event is determined upon arrival at the venue.


What is the difference between preferred seating and standard admission on Ticketmaster?

The difference is that Preferred Seats are preassigned, while GA (General Admission) is first come, first serve. Helpful? We had the preferred tickets, literally up front and centre. It was great to be within arms reach of the band and a couple of times we connected with the musicians.