Attention, Blackjacks! The comeback we’ve been waiting for is here. After a decade-long hiatus, 2NE1 finally reunited on stage with their sold-out performances at Seoul’s Olympic Hall last October 4 and 6, 2024. And now, they’re heading to Manila! This guide will show you exactly how to buy tickets in the Live Nation Unionbank Presale. This presale gives UnionBank cardholders early access, which is crucial since tickets are expected to sell out fast. If you don’t want to miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to see CL, Bom, Dara, and Minzy live, keep reading for the step-by-step process.
This method was used during the Seventeen Follow Tour in Bulacan and the Stray Kids World Tour <dominATE BULACAN>, so if you’ve been through those presales, the process will feel familiar. The same rules apply!
How to Buy Tickets in Live Nation Unionbank Presale?
1. UnionBank Mastercard Presale: Timing is Key
The UnionBank Mastercard Presale runs for one day only—October 9 from 10 AM to 11:59 PM. That’s a tight window, and with demand sky-high, you need to be quick on your feet (or, well, fingers). Set alarms, double-check your reminders, and make sure you’re logged in before 10 AM hits. If you’ve ever experienced the mad dash of concert presales, you know every second counts!
2. Go to the Right Website: Priceless.com, Not SM Tickets
Don’t waste time going directly to the SM Tickets website during the presale. You won’t find it there. To access the presale, go to www.priceless.com/unionbankph, where you’ll find the 2NE1 Welcome Back Tour in Manila listing. This link will then take you to the correct SM Tickets page (here’s a step-by-step guide on how to buy tickets on SM Tickets). Missing this step could leave you empty-handed—so don’t head directly to SM Tickets unless you enjoy frustration.
3. Use Your UnionBank Mastercard to Unlock the Presale
This part’s important: to access the tickets during this exclusive presale, you’ll need to use the first six digits of your UnionBank Mastercard (Credit or Debit) as the promo code. That’s your code for the presale event and getting your hands on those tickets.
You can use the Lazada UnionBank Debit card for the purchase too. Just be sure it’s a UnionBank Mastercard, NOT Visa and you’re good to go.
4. Tickets Are Limited—Be Quick
Tickets for 2NE1’s Welcome Back Tour sold out fast in Seoul, and the same will likely happen for the Manila leg. Same thing with other in-demand artists. So when it comes to how to buy tickets in the Live Nation Unionbank Presale, speed is your best friend. Make sure you have your internet connection stable, you know your priority sections (you have options A, B, C, and so on), and your card information is saved before the presale opens. There’s no room for second-guessing or hesitations—tickets will be gone in minutes.
5. Missed the Presale? Here’s What You Can Do
If you can’t get your tickets during the UnionBank presale, all is not lost. Live Nation Presale and General ticket sales will follow, but these, too, will go fast. Stay updated on the sale dates and be ready for another round of rapid clicks to grab your tickets, or fall in line in the SM Ticket Outlets during General Sale. Because in my experience, there are more tickets in the Outlets than pnline during Gen Sales. Concerts like this don’t come around often, so take advantage of every opportunity.
Same Process for Other Live Nation UnionBank Presales
Again, here’s another reason to remember these steps— this guide on how to buy tickets in Live Nation Unionbank Presale isn’t exclusive to 2NE1. You’ll recognize this process if you’ve attended concerts like the Seventeen Follow Tour in Bulacan or bought tickets for the Stray Kids <dominATE BULACAN> tour. The UnionBank Mastercard Presale is a common feature for all Unionbank-sponsored events organized by Live Nation Philippines, giving cardholders early access to tickets.
How to Buy Tickets: Recap
For a quick recap, here’s everything you need to know about how to buy tickets in Live Nation Unionbank Presale:
- Take note of the Presale Date: Put it in your Calander and Alarm Apps.
- Website: Head to www.priceless.com/unionbankph, and follow the link to SM Tickets at least 15 minutes before the selling starts.
- Promo Code: Use the first six digits of your UnionBank Mastercard (Credit or Debit) to access tickets. Yes, you can use Lazada Debit Mastercard.
- Limited Availability: Be prepared and act fast because tickets are expected to sell out quickly.
FAQ: Can I use my Unionbank Visa Card (Credit or Debit)?
- ANSWER: I already asked Unionbank regarding this before the Seventeen FTB concert ticket selling, and they said only Mastercard is allowed because it is the sponsor.
