ticket allocation

[ˈtɪkɪt ˌæl.ə.ˈkeɪ.ʃən]
nounpl: ticket allocations
alocação de ingressos
1. The process of distributing tickets for an event among various groups, individuals, or distribution channels in a predetermined manner
The ticket allocation for the concert favored season ticket holders and members.
A alocação de ingressos para o show favoreceu os detentores de ingressos de temporada e membros.
2. The specific quantity of tickets assigned to a particular person, organization, or channel for distribution
Our venue received a ticket allocation of 500 seats for the championship game.
Nosso local recebeu uma alocação de ingressos de 500 lugares para o jogo de campeonato.
3. A system or policy that determines how tickets are made available to the public
The festival implemented a fair ticket allocation system to prevent scalping.
O festival implementou um sistema justo de alocação de ingressos para prevenir a revenda.
In Brazil, ticket allocation is a common practice for major events like Carnival, football matches, and concerts. The system often prioritizes subscribers, loyalty members, and partners. In the USA, allocation systems are frequently used for high-demand events like Taylor Swift concerts, Super Bowl games, and sporting championships to ensure fair distribution and reduce scalping.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
ticket distributionticket assignmentseat allocationticket apportionment
Antonyms / Antônimos
ticket shortageticket scarcity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
alocação de ingressos
Most common formal term used in official contexts and the ticketing industry
São Paulo
distribuição de ingressos
Alternative term sometimes used in business and entertainment contexts
Rio de Janeiro
alocação de ingressos
Standard term used in event management and ticketing services
Portugal
alocação de bilhetes / distribuição de bilhetes
Uses 'bilhetes' instead of 'ingressos' as standard term for tickets

Related Words

box officeticket salesticket resalewaitlistcapacityreservation systemticketing platform

Related Idioms & Phrases

to get tickets through allocation
allocation of seats
fair allocation system
first come, first served allocation
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