Event capacity reductions There seems to be more to consider than ever when putting on an event these days! We’re very aware that things are likely to change at the last minute too in order to conform to Government guidelines. Lately we have come across event capacities being reduced making an event oversold. Should this…
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If you’re a promoter, we know how frustrating things must be in the face of COVID-19 as certain venues are allowed to be open. Particular sectors are getting added support yet nightlife remains closed. However, socially distant events are now permitted, including indoor performances with socially distant audiences. At Skiddle we’ve seen an increase in…
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When COVID-19 hit, it’s safe to say the events industry went into a bit of a nervous breakdown. But necessity is the mother of invention and all that. Within a couple of weeks, musicians and promoters were finding unique ways to replace gigs and events: from livestreams to socially distant outdoor gigs. While we’re waiting…
Read MoreOn-demand webinar available now: what is the future of live post-Covid? Last month we were joined by live sector experts who gave us a run through on how we can see events coming back in the era of Covid. If you missed our discussion, watch it on-demand here. On the go? We also cover this…
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Here at Skiddle, we have always taken pride in being a customer-first company and have worked tirelessly over the last eighteen years to give music fans a ticket platform that is honest, fair and as transparent as it can be. With increased consumer confidence comes increased confidence with promoters, and we work hard to develop…
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Since COVID-19, the shutdown of our beloved live music broke the hearts of all working in music, as artist and promoter income was lost overnight. Last month, as a response to overwhelming cries from the performing arts and music industries, the UK Government announced their staged phases on how events can come back. Stage One…
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With dozens of different outlets and the news changing by the hour, it can be daunting to try to even keep up with it all. We saw the power of the music industry coming together for Let the Music Play, so now is the time to continue this momentum and support each other. With that…
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Skiddle introduced the industry’s first flexible ticketing option Cool:Off back in 2016, a feature that has now been replicated by all major ticketing companies. The feature offers customers a 72 hour cool off period to cancel their ticket, as we all know plans can change very quickly, and has successfully been used on over 5000…
Read MoreI need to accept contactless card payments at my event. How? As shops finally reopen and the hospitality industry gears up for a return to action, we are focused on how to deliver events in a post Covid world. A key aspect of commerce right now is the push to contactless card payments in all…
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We’re seeing the rise of a new (but also old-school) type of event in the UK as the ‘drive-in’ craze brings forth some socially-distanced fun. Skiddle has all the tools and means to help you list your drive-in event and promote it to the largest audience out there. Your drive-in event will appear on our…
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