Short answer: the easiest way to find someone to go to concerts with is to look where other fans already gather: the artist’s fan communities (subreddits, Discord servers, fan groups), local music groups on Meetup or social media, and friends of friends who share your taste. Post the specific show, date and whether you have a ticket, suggest meeting at a public bar or cafe near the venue before the show, and have each person hold their own ticket and their own way home. Below are seven ways to find concert company, what to post, a simple pre-show plan, and how to stay safe.
Why it’s hard to find concert company
Music taste is personal. Your friends might love you but not the band, the show might be on a work night, or your usual concert friend moved away. Tickets often go on sale months ahead, so committing feels like a big ask. The result: you have a ticket, or want one, and no one to go with. The good news is that concerts are full of people who love the same music, which makes them one of the easiest places to find company.
7 ways to find someone to go to concerts with
| Option | Cost | Effort | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Artist fan communities (subreddits, Discord, fan groups) | Free | Low | Finding fans of the exact artist going to the same show |
| 2. Local music groups (Meetup, social media) | Free to low | Low | Regular concert-goers in your city |
| 3. Friends of friends | Free | Low | Someone pre-vetted who shares your taste |
| 4. General friendship apps | Free tiers | Medium | Meeting people who list music as an interest |
| 5. Coworkers and casual acquaintances | Free | Low | Shows that are easy to pitch |
| 6. Going alone and meeting fans there | Ticket only | Medium | Confident solo concert-goers |
| 7. Volunteering or working at venues and festivals | Free (you give time) | Medium to high | Music lovers who want a community, not just one show |
1. Artist fan communities
Many artists have active subreddits, Discord servers or fan groups where people post “anyone going to the Denver show?” threads. These are the best place to find someone who actually wants to see the same band. Post early, include the date and venue, and say whether you already have a ticket.
2. Local music groups
Search Meetup and local social media groups for concert-goers, genre fans (indie, jazz, EDM, country) or “live music” groups in your city. Some groups plan outings to shows together, which is lower pressure than a one-on-one meetup.
3. Friends of friends
Post on your own social media: “Anyone want to see this band on March 14? I have an extra ticket.” Friends will often tag someone they know who loves the artist. A friend of a friend comes partly pre-vetted, which makes the first meeting easier.
4. General friendship apps
Friendship apps let you list music as an interest and search for people with similar taste. Mention a specific upcoming show in your profile or first message: “Going to see [artist] in May, anyone else?” Bumble BFF is free according to its App Store listing; our guide to Bumble BFF alternatives compares other options, and our comparison of apps to meet new people covers the wider field.
5. Coworkers and casual acquaintances
People you know a little are often happy to come along, especially to bigger or well-known artists. A concert is also an easy way to move a coworker or neighbor toward friendship.
6. Go alone and meet fans there
Going solo is more common than you might think, and it can actually make it easier to meet people. Arrive early, chat with the people around you in line, at the merch table or at the bar, and ask about other shows they’re going to. Many concert friendships start with “have you seen them live before?”
7. Volunteer or work at venues and festivals
Many festivals and some venues rely on volunteers for setup, info booths or hospitality, often in exchange for access to part of the event. It’s a way to join a music-loving community rather than looking for one person at a time. Check each event’s official website for volunteer programs and terms.
If you need company for more than concerts, our guide for when you have no one to go out with covers where to look by activity.
What to post
“Going to see [artist] at [venue] on [date]. Looking for someone to go with. I already have my ticket (GA). Planning to grab food nearby before doors open. Anyone want to join?”
“I have a spare ticket for [artist] on [date]. Would love to go with another fan. Happy to transfer it through the official app at face value.”
Specific posts work best: the artist, the date, the venue, your ticket situation and a simple plan.
The meet-before-the-show plan
The safest and easiest way to meet a concert buddy for the first time is a short meetup before the show at a public place near the venue:
- Pick a busy bar, restaurant or cafe within walking distance of the venue.
- Meet 60 to 90 minutes before doors, so there’s time to chat without rushing.
- Pay your own way: “Let’s each get our own” keeps it simple.
- Walk over together, but keep your own ticket on your own phone.
- Agree on what happens after: some people leave right after the encore; others grab food. Say what you’d like.
Different kinds of shows, different approaches
- Arena and stadium tours: fan communities are huge and organized, so “who’s going to the Dallas date?” threads fill quickly. Seats are usually assigned, so coordinate before buying if you want to sit together.
- Small clubs and indie venues: regulars often know each other. Going a few times to the same venue is one of the best ways to build a local music circle.
- Festivals: camping and multi-day passes make it worth finding a group early. Festival subreddits and social media groups often have “looking for a group” threads.
- Jazz, classical and symphony: many orchestras and jazz clubs run member events, talks and young-patron groups that make it easy to meet other regulars.
Tips if you go solo
- Arrive early, when lines and bars are calmer and people are more open to chatting.
- Stand near the same spot between sets; the people around you often become temporary company.
- Ask easy questions: “Have you seen them live before?” or “Which album got you into them?”
- If you click with someone, ask to swap handles to share photos or setlists afterward.
Tickets: keep it simple and safe
- Each person buys their own ticket through an official seller whenever possible.
- Transfer spare tickets through the platform’s official transfer or resale feature, not screenshots or private payment apps.
- Be wary of anyone asking you to pay outside the official platform, especially for in-demand shows.
- Don’t share account logins with someone you’ve just met.
Safety checklist for meeting a concert buddy
- Meet in a public place near the venue before the show.
- Tell a friend who you’re meeting, where and when.
- Keep your own ticket and your own way home. Check transit or rideshare options before you go.
- Watch your drink and keep your phone charged.
- Agree on a meeting point in case you get separated in the crowd.
- Leave if anything feels off. You don’t owe anyone an explanation.
For more on meeting people from the internet, see our checklist on whether friendship apps are safe.
From concert buddy to friend
Shared music taste is a great foundation, but one show is just a start. Follow up within a week:
- “That was a great show. Want to check out the record store on Saturday?”
- “I saw [similar artist] is coming in June. Want to go?”
- “A few of us do a listening night once a month. Want to come?”
Repeat contact is what turns a concert buddy into a friend. The same approach works for other activities; our guide to finding a hiking buddy uses the same pattern for the outdoors.
A worked example
Lee (a composite example) bought a general admission ticket to see a favorite indie band in Chicago, but none of Lee’s friends were into the band. Lee posted in the band’s subreddit: “Going to the Chicago show on the 14th, GA, grabbing food nearby before doors. Anyone want to join?” Two fans replied. They met at a busy taco place near the venue, each paying their own, walked over together and stayed together near the front. Afterward they started a group chat to share setlists, and two months later they went to another show together.
Turning a ticket into a plan
The best concert meetups are simple plans: a public place near the venue, a time before doors, a few people and a clear answer to who pays. MeetNow doesn’t sell or hold tickets; it’s built for the meetup itself. A host could post a plan like “Pre-show dinner near the venue, 6 p.m., 3 seats, pay your own,” people with their own tickets ask to join, and the host picks who comes.
Want to turn this into an actual plan? MeetNow is a free app for meeting people in person: a host posts a plan at a public place, says who pays (host pays, split, pay your own or free) and picks who joins. It is live on the web and works in your browser, starting in Malta. The Android app is on Google Play; the iPhone app is not in the App Store yet. Open MeetNow and see the plans posted in Malta.
FAQ: someone to go to concerts with
Where can I find someone to go to a concert with?
Start with fan communities for the artist (subreddits, Discord servers, fan groups), then local music groups on Meetup or social media, friends of friends, and general friendship apps. Posting the specific show, date and your ticket situation gets the best responses.
Is it weird to go to a concert alone?
Not at all. Many people go to concerts alone, and it can be easier to meet other fans when you’re on your own. Arrive early, chat with people near you, and go to the merch line or bar where conversations start naturally.
Should I buy a ticket for someone I met online?
It’s safer for each person to buy their own ticket through an official seller. If you’re transferring a spare ticket, use the ticketing platform’s official transfer or resale feature and be wary of anyone asking for payment outside it.
How do I meet up safely with a concert buddy from the internet?
Meet first at a busy public place near the venue, such as a bar or cafe, before the show. Tell a friend who you’re meeting, keep your own ticket and your own way home, watch your drink and leave if anything feels off.
How do I turn a concert buddy into a friend?
Follow up within a week with a specific next plan: another show, a record store visit or a listening party. Shared music taste is a great foundation; repetition is what turns it into friendship.
