January 15, 2015
This weekend's budget events take us across the country with some southeast basketball, mid-west hockey, classic rock at the nation's favorite vacation spot, country in the mountains, and some good ol' rock 'n roll in the northeast. Best part? Each have an average ticket price of $35 or below. Let's get started.
1/17/15 – LSU Tigers Basketball vs Texas A&M Aggies at Pete Maravich Assembly Center
Average Ticket Price: $11, Get-In Price: $7, Trend: Down 38%
We could mention standout sophomore guard Tim Quarterman, but we're not going to lie... the reason you should be at this game is to try to catch a glimpse of the “Gangster LSU Girl” whom has been making the rounds on social media this week. With LSU/Texas A&M carrying an average ticket price of just $11 and even most expensive ticket listed at just $20, it'll be an extremely inexpensive way to possibly sneak your way into her next viral video.
1/16/15 – Ohio State Buckeyes Hockey vs Michigan Wolverines at Schottenstein Center
Average Ticket Price: $28, Get-In Price: $15, Trend: Down 1%
The Buckeyes and Wolverines have one of the fiercest rivalries on the gridiron, and the two look to bring that grit and energy to the ice this Friday night at the Scottenstein Center. With an incredible generous get-in price of just $15, you can get pumped for hockey in the Columbus metro area before the NHL All Star Game visits later this month.
1/17/15 – Led Zeppelin 2 Tribute at the House Of Blues Orlando
Average Ticket Price: $33, Get-in Price: $30, Trend: Down 3%
Chicago originated Led Zeppelin 2 will continue their North American tour this Saturday night at the House Of Blues in Orlando. With an average ticket of price of $33, it won't break the bank to “Ramble On” down and show a “Whole Lotta Love” to one of the nation's premier tribute acts in Sunny Florida. We won't even need a “Thank You” for the tip...
1/16/15 – Tyler Farr at the Fillmore Auditorium Colorado
Average Ticket Price: $35, Get-in Price: $22, Trend: Down 7%
Up and coming country star Tyler Farr is in the midst of a headlining tour through smaller club before taking the opening slot on Jason Aldean's 2015 Burn It Down Tour. The Friday night show at Denver's Fillmore Auditorium is Farr's cheapest remaining solo date, with an average ticket price of just $35. This one is perfect for Guys Night OR Date Night in the Mile High City.
1/16/15 – Extreme at Mohegan Sun Arena
Average Ticket Price: $35, Get-in Price: $16, Trend: Down 25%
Closing out our list this week is highly influential 80's/90's rockers Extreme. The Boston based band kicked off their “Pornograffitti 25th Anniversary Tour” this week and Friday's performance at Mohegan Sun Arena is the cheapest of the tour. With a get-in price of just $16, you'll be able to headbang to classics such as “Get The Funk Out” and throw your lighters (or cell phones) in the air for mega ballad “More Than Words”. Whether you missed them in their heyday or are a new fan, the guys will certainly prove they've still got it.
