Your Summer Festival Ticketing Platform Checklist: What to Set Up Before Doors Open
Published Jul 7, 2025
FESTIVAL SEASON IS HERE— YOUR CHECKLIST BEFORE DOORS OPEN
At Sellout, we know summer festivals move fast. From early bird announcements to opening gates, you’ve got a lot to juggle—and your ticketing platform shouldn’t slow you down. That’s why we’re sharing a quick checklist of what to confirm before doors open.
Whether you’re hosting a one-night event or a multi-day experience, this is the moment to get your system dialed and your team aligned. We’re here to help you move through launch day with clarity, confidence, and zero chaos.
WHAT TO CONFIRM BEFORE LAUNCH
✅ TICKET TIERS & PRICING
Are all of your tiers live, labeled correctly, and priced as expected? Think: GA, VIP, Early Bird, or Day Passes. Double-check purchase limits and make sure the buyer experience is clear and easy.
WITH SELLOUT:
Easy tier setup and edits
Real-time inventory tracking
Mobile-optimized checkout for fans
✅ QR SCANNING & ENTRY
Is your entry process ready to go? Now’s the time to test your scanning setup, train the team, and make sure you have a backup plan in case of tech issues.
WITH SELLOUT:
Fast, app-based scanning (no training needed)
Offline scanning if service drops
Live entry tracking during the event
✅ ACCESS PERMISSIONS
Who needs access to what? Give staff the tools they need—without opening up your whole dashboard.
WITH SELLOUT:
Role-based permissions (Box Office, Entry Staff, Marketing, etc.)
Clean, intuitive user access
No confusion, no clutter
✅ REPORTING & PAYOUTS
Make sure you know what data you'll need during and after the event. Confirm your payout timeline, how to access reports, and how you’ll measure success.
WITH SELLOUT:
Sales dashboards in real-time
Exportable reports
Transparent payout info
✅ FINAL PROMO PUSH
Don’t forget to load in any last-minute promo codes, check your links, and make sure fans can still grab tickets from wherever they are.
WITH SELLOUT:
Easily create and track promo codes
Embed purchase links on your website
Track referral sources to see what’s working
WHY IT MATTERS
There’s no time for tech headaches on festival day. You need a platform that simplifies the chaos—not adds to it. At Sellout, we’ve helped hundreds of organizers streamline their setup, boost sales, and create memorable events from the first click to the final encore.
LET’S MAKE THIS FESTIVAL YOUR BEST YET
Want help getting set up? Need a platform that works for your team—not against it? We’d love to show you how Sellout simplifies ticketing for festivals of all sizes.
👉 Schedule a demo
👉 Contact our team
We’ll see you out there—festival-ready, stress-free, and fully supported.