If they are hanging around the lights three blocks before the arena or stadium, you know you can get cheaper tickets by the front gate. It s always best to buy tickets near the front gate. Many times, an emergency pops up, and someone cannot attend an event. Their friends will probably try to sell the ticket at face value near the ticket booths by the front gate. Scalpers drop ticket prices drastically once an event has begun.
Scalpers begin to panic, and usually sell their tickets at ridiculously low prices.
People with extra tickets just want to see the show, and occasionally you may even get a ticket for free. I have gotten tickets to see The Who for five dollars, Bruce Springsteen for three dollars, The Miami Hurricanes football team for five dollars, The Orlando Magic for six dollars, and the New York Yankees right above the dugout for ten dollars. Just be patient and diligent and you ll get a ticket for the price you can afford. Some arenas, Sunrise home of the Florida Panthers, hold back nosebleed seats for the day of the game. These seats offer a difficult view, but often the most dedicated fans.