How to issue, manage, and distribute event tickets as NFTs on the blockchain
Each ticket is a unique NFT that cannot be duplicated or forged, eliminating counterfeit tickets.
Programmable royalties and transfer restrictions allow event organizers to:
NFT tickets provide ongoing value beyond event access:
| Feature | Traditional | Blockchain |
|---|---|---|
| Counterfeit Protection | Limited | 100% Secure |
| Secondary Market Revenue | 0% | 5-20% |
| Distribution Cost | $2-$5 per ticket | $0.10-$0.50 |
| Fan Data Ownership | Platforms | Organizers |
| After-Event Value | None | Collectible |
Basic entry tickets with QR codes for verification:
Premium tickets with additional benefits:
Season passes and festival wristbands:
| Standard | Use Case | Benefits | Limitations |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERC-721 | Unique tickets | Individual verification | Higher gas costs |
| ERC-1155 | Multi-day events | Batch transfers | Less compatibility |
| SPL (Solana) | High-volume events | Low fees | Fewer wallets |
Attendees mint tickets directly from your smart contract using:
Distribute tickets to multiple wallets in one transaction:
Sell through NFT marketplaces with built-in audiences:
Combine blockchain with traditional ticketing:
// Sample Solidity batch transfer function
function bulkTransfer(
address[] calldata recipients,
uint256[] calldata ticketIds
) external onlyOwner {
require(recipients.length == ticketIds.length, "Mismatched arrays");
for (uint256 i = 0; i < recipients.length; i++) {
_safeTransfer(msg.sender, recipients[i], ticketIds[i], "");
}
}
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