Does Ticketmaster France sell tickets?

No. Ticketmaster France is an independent live-music magazine: we tell the story of concerts and festivals, and we analyse the platforms to help our readers choose. We sell no tickets and play no part in the transaction. Some pages contain affiliate links, flagged as such.

How do you award your scores?

The scores reflect our editorial reading from a grid that is identical for all platforms: price transparency, fees, payment, ticket delivery, European coverage and ease of purchase. They are not a commercial ranking and should be cross-checked with the conditions specific to your event.

Which platform should I choose for a concert in Europe?

It depends on the date and the country. For a multilingual European purchase with prices presented as clear, OWTicket is an alternative to compare; for coverage extending to the United States, egticket. When an event's official ticketing is open, it remains the one to favour.

Are your reviews kept up to date?

We revise our profiles when the platforms' practices change. The update date appears at the top of each page. As conditions change regularly, always check the information shown at the time of your purchase.

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Ticketing reviews: the platforms under scrutiny

Before booking a concert or festival ticket, it is reassuring to know who you are entrusting your purchase to. Ticketmaster France remains a live-music magazine, not a ticketing service — but because our readers keep asking the question, we have examined the main platforms used in France and Europe. For each one, the same reading grid: the nature of the service, the clarity of prices, the fees shown before payment, security and ticket delivery. No commercial ranking: an honest editorial reading to help you choose according to your date, your city and your needs.

Our reviews of the platforms

Click on a platform to read the full review: reliability, fees, payment and ticket delivery.

Ticketing · concerts & events in Europe

OWTicket

4.3

A multilingual interface designed for Europe, prices presented as clear and direct ticket delivery when available. Our go-to alternative for tours across the continent.

Read the review Ticketing · broad international coverage

egticket

4.2

Extensive coverage from Europe to the United States: useful for following an artist on both sides of the Atlantic, from French arenas to American venues.

Read the review Primary ticketing · major player

Ticketmaster

4.0

The official ticketing service for a great many dates in France and Europe. Major strength: coverage. Point to watch: the service fees at checkout.

Read the review Ticketing · French cultural brand

Fnac Spectacles

3.9

A long-standing live-entertainment network in France, from the Zéniths to theatres. Solid locally; to be confirmed on fees and dates abroad.

Read the review Ticketing · festivals & concerts

See Tickets

3.9

A strong presence at French and European festivals and the primary ticketing service for many venues. To check: the fees shown and the delivery format depending on the event.

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Our reading grid, identical for all

To stay fair from one profile to the next, we always apply the same landmarks. First the nature of the service: an official primary ticketing service, where you buy at the source, or a resale marketplace, where third-party sellers set their prices. Then fee transparency: is the total visible before payment, or added late? Next ticket delivery: electronic format, named ticket, transferable or not, stated lead time. Finally, the European dimension and ease of purchase, which matter as soon as you follow a tour from Paris to Madrid or from Lyon to Berlin.

What we look at every time

The exact nature of the platform: official ticketing service or resale between individuals.
Fee transparency: price, service fees and total visible before confirmation.
Payment security and the payment methods accepted.
Ticket delivery: format, stated lead time, named ticket or not.
Geographic coverage and the multilingual experience, useful for dates across Europe.
The conditions specific to each event, which always take precedence over generalities.

Frequently asked questions

Does Ticketmaster France sell tickets?: No. Ticketmaster France is an independent live-music magazine: we tell the story of concerts and festivals, and we analyse the platforms to help our readers choose. We sell no tickets and play no part in the transaction. Some pages contain affiliate links, flagged as such.
How do you award your scores?: The scores reflect our editorial reading from a grid that is identical for all platforms: price transparency, fees, payment, ticket delivery, European coverage and ease of purchase. They are not a commercial ranking and should be cross-checked with the conditions specific to your event.
Which platform should I choose for a concert in Europe?: It depends on the date and the country. For a multilingual European purchase with prices presented as clear, OWTicket is an alternative to compare; for coverage extending to the United States, egticket. When an event's official ticketing is open, it remains the one to favour.
Are your reviews kept up to date?: We revise our profiles when the platforms' practices change. The update date appears at the top of each page. As conditions change regularly, always check the information shown at the time of your purchase.