The Best Phone Plans for Frequent Concertgoers That Offer VIP Access, Ticket Discounts & Festival Lounges

From presale tickets to on-site perks, these wireless carriers offer music fans more ways to get closer to the action without paying extra for every experience. Kvnga/Unsplash All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Concert tickets are expensive enough without paying extra for every upgrade, but you don’t have to settle for watching other concertgoers enjoy exclusive lounges, special entrances and premium viewing areas from the general admission crowd. Depending on your wireless carrier, being a customer could unlock discounted concert tickets, VIP experiences and even a better internet connection when thousands of fans are trying to post the same encore. Explore See latest videos, charts and news T-Mobile, Verizon and AT&T each offer different ways to get more out of live music. The details vary by carrier, with some offers tied to specific phone plans and others available through loyalty programs or event partnerships. Knowing where to find these benefits can help you make the most of your existing wireless service before your next show. T-Mobile Offers Concert Ticket Discounts & Festival Lounges T-Mobile makes a strong case for music fans with benefits that extend beyond ticket discounts to exclusive festival experiences. Eligible customers can save 25% on tickets to select shows at more than 120 venues nationwide, including select Las Vegas residencies. Now, for the first time ever, T-Mobile customers can choose what’s included in their wireless plan through T-Mix, which offers three tiers: Standard (1–4 Picks), More (2–12 Picks) and Loaded (3–21 Picks). Customers can use Picks to add benefits across entertainment, lifestyle, productivity and device promotions, including ESPN Unlimited, Netflix, Hulu and T-Satellite. Each tier offers different levels of premium data, hotspot access and streaming quality, with plans starting at $55 per month for one Standard line. Additional account lines add more Picks. Separately, all T-Mobile customers receive perks at no additional cost and without using Picks. These include Club Magenta access at major events like Lollapalooza, Stagecoach and the Las Vegas Grand Prix, plus ticket access and experiences at thousands of events. Members also get T-Mobile Tuesdays, which offered more than $900 in freebies per customer last year, hotel and rental car discounts and a complimentary Delta premium in-flight drink on eligible flights. For new customers, switching takes as little as 15 minutes, with same-day phone delivery available through DoorDash. Verizon Offers Presale Tickets & Chances to Win VIP Experiences Verizon customers can enjoy concert benefits through Verizon Shine, the carrier’s loyalty program in the My Verizon app. Benefits include presale access to select tours, exclusive ticket inventory and occasional opportunities to score free tickets to local events. For fans hoping to get closer to the action, limited-time offers can include upgraded seats, pit access and backstage experiences. Verizon also sets aside tickets for select shows at partner venues, including Madison Square Garden in New York and the Sphere in Las Vegas. Verizon Dollars offer another potential way to save. Eligible customers earn rewards they can redeem toward event tickets and hotel stays, making them useful for concert trips. Rewards and ticket offers vary, so it’s worth checking the app before buying. Verizon’s wireless options include its $45-per-month Simplicity plan before taxes and fees, plus the popular myPlan, which lets customers choose a plan and add-ons based on their needs and budget. AT&T Offers Faster Festival Access & Connection Boost During Large Events AT&T has built relationships with major festivals, including Broccoli City, ONE Musicfest and Roots Picnic. Depending on the event, customers can access fast-track entry, special activations, kickoff parties and artist meet-and-greets. The carrier’s Blue Room adds another on-site perk, with select events featuring live performances, giveaways and interactive experiences. Offers vary by festival, but checking AT&T’s music and sponsorship pages before heading out could reveal opportunities that general admission alone doesn’t provide. Connectivity is another consideration. At Austin City Limits Music Festival this year, I heard plenty of people complaining about having no service. AT&T Turbo Live is worth knowing about since it lets eligible users boost their data connection at participating live events, helping them stay connected when networks are congested. It requires a compatible device and availability varies. AT&T’s Value 2.0, Extra 2.0, Premium 2.0 and Elite 2.0 plans offer different data and hotspot allowances, with pricing depending on the plan and number of lines. Whether you’re chasing your favorite artist on tour or planning your next music festival weekend, T-Mobile’s concert discounts and event perks offer more to consider beyond your monthly phone bill. Get weekly rundowns straight to your inbox Sign Up