StubHub Offers Canadians Tips on Finding the Best Summer Seats

Bargains Prevalent on World’s Largest Ticket Marketplace

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With NHL Playoffs, Major League Baseball, the CFL and hundreds of top-act concerts all on the summer schedule, now is the time for Canadian consumers to learn the best ways to score seats for their favorite summer events.

StubHub, the world’s largest online ticket marketplace, has been helping Canadian fans buy and sell tickets for several years, but many more are now just being introduced to the fan-friendly service. StubHub is a destination where fans can buy but also sell tickets to nearly tens of thousands of live events all over Canada and the United States – including sporting events, concerts, theater and more. Unlike traditional ticket brokers, StubHub doesn’t buy or sell the tickets itself. Instead, it serves as an online platform where fans can use the service to make easy and safe transactions, with StubHub managing the process and guaranteeing the purchase.

As with most shopping experiences where prices aren’t fixed and are based on supply and demand, savvy shoppers can find bargains regularly. The story is often told of high asking prices for the hottest events. However, the normally balanced pricing and great values that have become more pervasive in these challenging economic times are often overlooked. Following are some examples of current low price tickets to be found on StubHub for this summer’s hottest local events:

• NHL Playoffs: Anaheim Ducks at Detroit Red Wings, 5/10 - $55 U.S.
• NHL Playoffs: Vancouver Canucks at Chicago Blackhawks, 5/11 - $25 U.S.
• Music: Tragically Hip, 5/11 in Toronto - $65 U.S.
• Music: The Jonas Brothers, 7/2 in Edmonton – $29 U.S.
• Major League Baseball: Boston Red Sox at Toronto Blue Jays, 7/17 – $17 U.S.
• Music: Kenny Chesney, 8/20 in Toronto – $40 U.S.
• Music: U2, 9/16 in Toronto – $59 U.S.

*Note – Currency conversions occur during credit card transaction. Listed prices subject to change frequently.

With the marketplace heating up and deals beginning to come to the forefront, StubHub has a few key ticket buying tips that will turn an ordinary shopper into an expert in no time.

Top Five Ticket Buying Tips:

• Don’t Assume, Check Often. Don’t assume the location or price of tickets you want are not available if you don’t see them at first glance. StubHub’s marketplace is constantly changing as sellers list new tickets and change their prices frequently. Savvy shoppers should check often for new ticket availability or more attractive prices.
• Be Patient - Sometimes waiting until a couple of weeks before a show will yield the very best bargains. Check StubHub daily for the most competitively priced tickets on the Net, but remember that waiting can also mean less to choose from, so don’t wait too long.
• Shop Where the Most Tickets are - The more tickets at one location, the better prices that will exist. Supply often determines the market rate, so make sure to visit multiple locations to see where the best selection may be.
• Consider Travel - Ticket prices vary greatly by market. Tickets for a particular show in Toronto compared to Buffalo, NY will vary greatly in price. A road trip can be fun as well as save you considerable money on your tickets.
• Twice is Nice - Many times bands will play multiple shows in a single market. For example, U2 will play two shows at the Rogers Centre in September, which will keep prices on the secondary market lower for fans.

One of the hallmarks of StubHub.com is incredible customer service. Unlike many e-commerce sites, StubHub offers an 800 number for ticket buyers who are not near or comfortable with a computer. StubHub customers can speak directly to a customer service representative to aid in their transaction. The call center is available seven days a week, and can also provide additional assistance for fans with questions on seat selection, shipping and more.

When a buyer finds the right pair of tickets, the tickets are normally received via trusted FedEx delivery. It is important to remember that all tickets purchased on the StubHub marketplace are covered by the StubHub FanProtect™ Guarantee. This guarantee provides buyers the right to contest their purchase if they feel it has been compromised by issues regarding the tickets’ shipment, validity or even receipt. In the unlikely event there is an issue, StubHub will replace the tickets with comparable or better tickets, or if not possible, refund the buyer’s payment in full.

About StubHub

StubHub is the world's largest ticket marketplace, enabling fans to buy and sell tickets to tens of thousands of sports, concert, theater and other live entertainment events. StubHub reinvented the ticket resale market in 2000 and continues to lead it through innovation. The company's unique online marketplace, dedicated solely to tickets, provides all fans the choice to buy or sell their tickets in a safe, convenient, and highly reliable environment. All transactions are processed and delivered by StubHub and backed by the company’s FanProtect™ Guarantee. Company partners include the Toronto Blue Jays, Chicago Bears and the University of Southern California along with nearly 60 teams in the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL and NCAA complemented with music artists like Madonna and companies such as ESPN and American Express.

StubHub is an eBay company (NASDAQ:EBAY). For more information on StubHub, visit www.stubhub.com.