A blast from the ticket price past

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Here’s an interesting tidbit- Jon Machata reminded everyone on Twitter tonight about what it cost to be a Cowboys fan in its inaugural season in 1960 when I was 2 years old:

Ticket prices that first season in 1960:

$27.60 — Season tickets (6 games)
$4.60 — Single-game reserved seats
$2.75 — Single-game gen. admission
$1.00 — School student single-game
FREE — Kids with accompanying adult

My dad took me to my first game in 1964 at the Cotton Bowl when I was six years old. He used to have that ticket stub. I think the single ticket price that day was $4.00. And kids got in FREE.

Don’t know what season tickets will cost in 2020 but in 2019 as in many years past, “Personal Seat Licenses” (PSL) agreements were required for every season ticket holder. Prices at the online reseller STR range from $2,450 for a PSL in the nosebleed section to $200,000 on the club level. The Cowboys offer financing over 29 years at 8 percent. What a deal.

In 2019, Season tickets ranged from $700 to $3,600 for 10 games (eight regular season, two preseason). A single game ticket in 2019 averaged about $275. Then fans also had to account for parking (ranging from $30 to $100) as well as $9 beers, $6 hot dogs and $5 soft drinks.

I don’t know what the rate of inflation has been over the last 60 years, but in 1960 a general admission ticket at $2.50 was a a lot more affordable to the average fan in 1960 than in 2020. I suspect that in that 1964 game at the Cotton Bowl my dad took me to see, there were a lot more “common man” fans that could afford to be there.
 
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I’ve attended games at all 3 stadiums the Cowboys have played home games. AT&T is my least favorite...by far. It’s an impressive place- just not for a football home field advantage.
 

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And all that to watch a team that hasn't smelled an NFCCG in 25 years. It's incredible.

I live in Fort Worth. And I've been to the Death Star exactly twice since it was built. Once because I won tickets at work. And second because my son-in-law thought tickets would be a great birthday present for me.

I've had better experiences watching simulated prison sex on Cinemax. Late night edition, naturally.

The point is unless your willing to drop a grand or two to have a good time................don't go. You're better off grilling at home and watching it on TV with a few beers and some family and friends than struggling with that garbage.

Just my two cents.
 

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And all that to watch a team that hasn't smelled an NFCCG in 25 years. It's incredible.

I live in Fort Worth. And I've been to the Death Star exactly twice since it was built. Once because I won tickets at work. And second because my son-in-law thought tickets would be a great birthday present for me.

I've had better experiences watching simulated prison sex on Cinemax. Late night edition, naturally.

The point is unless your willing to drop a grand or two to have a good time................don't go. You're better off grilling at home and watching it on TV with a few beers and some family and friends than struggling with that garbage.

Just my two cents.
Agree 100%. I don’t knock anyone who chooses to go. But I attended a game in 2018 (Tampa Bay game) because like you, I had been gifted some tix. It was a bad experience from parking onward. If people want to spend their hard earned money that way, it’s their choice. But having attended games at Cotton Bowl and Texas Stadium, AT&T is more like being in a giant shopping mall where a football game breaks out. Not my idea of a way to watch a football game, all for a small fortune.
 

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Here’s an interesting tidbit- Jon Machata reminded everyone on Twitter tonight about what it cost to be a Cowboys fan in its inaugural season in 1960 when I was 2 years old:

Ticket prices that first season in 1960:

$27.60 — Season tickets (6 games)
$4.60 — Single-game reserved seats
$2.75 — Single-game gen. admission
$1.00 — School student single-game
FREE — Kids with accompanying adult

My dad took me to my first game in 1964 at the Cotton Bowl when I was six years old. He used to have that ticket stub. I think the single ticket price that day was $4.00. And kids got in FREE.

Don’t know what season tickets will cost in 2020 but in 2019 as in many years past, “Personal Seat Licenses” (PSL) agreements were required for every season ticket holder. Prices at the online reseller STR range from $2,450 for a PSL in the nosebleed section to $200,000 on the club level. The Cowboys offer financing over 29 years at 8 percent. What a deal.

In 2019, Season tickets ranged from $700 to $3,600 for 10 games (eight regular season, two preseason). A single game ticket in 2019 averaged about $275. Then fans also had to account for parking (ranging from $30 to $100) as well as $9 beers, $6 hot dogs and $5 soft drinks.

I don’t know what the rate of inflation has been over the last 60 years, but in 1960 a general admission ticket at $2.50 was a a lot more affordable to the average fan in 1960 than in 2020. I suspect that in that 1964 game at the Cotton Bowl my dad took me to see, there were a lot more “common man” fans that could afford to be there.
Interesting stuff! Both the history and the personal touches. Thanks for sharing
 

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No idea how accurate this graphic is but Dallas is 7th highest and less than 50% of the Patriots. Other than the Chargers, all the teams listed above Dallas have good to great home field advantage. It is not about the stadium or the prices. It is about the fans attending the games.

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Here’s an interesting tidbit- Jon Machata reminded everyone on Twitter tonight about what it cost to be a Cowboys fan in its inaugural season in 1960 when I was 2 years old:

Ticket prices that first season in 1960:

$27.60 — Season tickets (6 games)
$4.60 — Single-game reserved seats
$2.75 — Single-game gen. admission
$1.00 — School student single-game
FREE — Kids with accompanying adult

My dad took me to my first game in 1964 at the Cotton Bowl when I was six years old. He used to have that ticket stub. I think the single ticket price that day was $4.00. And kids got in FREE.

Don’t know what season tickets will cost in 2020 but in 2019 as in many years past, “Personal Seat Licenses” (PSL) agreements were required for every season ticket holder. Prices at the online reseller STR range from $2,450 for a PSL in the nosebleed section to $200,000 on the club level. The Cowboys offer financing over 29 years at 8 percent. What a deal.

In 2019, Season tickets ranged from $700 to $3,600 for 10 games (eight regular season, two preseason). A single game ticket in 2019 averaged about $275. Then fans also had to account for parking (ranging from $30 to $100) as well as $9 beers, $6 hot dogs and $5 soft drinks.

I don’t know what the rate of inflation has been over the last 60 years, but in 1960 a general admission ticket at $2.50 was a a lot more affordable to the average fan in 1960 than in 2020. I suspect that in that 1964 game at the Cotton Bowl my dad took me to see, there were a lot more “common man” fans that could afford to be there.

It's sports in general. I used to go to Pittsburgh Pirates games in the 70s for 65 cents - and they were actually good then. I got season tickets to Ohio State football when I was a student in the 80s - $35 for the entire season. Can't even go to one game for that now.

The Cowboys aren't an anomaly, but they are on the high end. I used to fly 1300 miles - one way - to see a game each season. After a few disappointing trips to Jerryworld - costing twice as much as memorable trips to Texas Stadium - I was done. I haven't gone in about 7 years after doing it every season for over 2 decades (as soon as I was old enough to afford it). At least the Cowboys beat the Skins on MNF my last venture (18-16).

I prefer watching games on my HDTV now. No hassles, no ridiculous prices, and no traveling. Besides, the Cowboys haven't done anything to make me reconsider. I can watch them fail then see Jerry march to the locker room - as if that accomplishes anything - afterwards, as usual. I see it from my couch just fine.
 

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Bless the hearts of everyone who continues to enrich Jerry by going to games these days....
It isn't a game or on the field product.

It's a business. Billionaires can't have enough. Fire gets low......throw a stack of cash on it. Call it a donation.

How sad it's become. Athlete's included........ there's a long list of peripherals as well.
 

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Not being home field advantage has more to do the fans than the stadium
This is actually false. Texas stadium was loud, closer to the field, more intimiate, less flash more focus on the actual game/event.

Stadium plays a good factor into it, especially when you build a new one and basically make it a corporate circle jerk event..........

I agree that fans are critical. But the facility plays a role too. Some stadiums are built better for fans to be close to field and engaged. AT&T feels like a combo shopping mall/nightclub. And it’s too big.
Everytime I've gone it's felt strange. It's almost like I feel like I should be watching a grand slam tennis final than a football game
 

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No idea how accurate this graphic is but Dallas is 7th highest and less than 50% of the Patriots. Other than the Chargers, all the teams listed above Dallas have good to great home field advantage. It is not about the stadium or the prices. It is about the fans attending the games.

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Misleading chart for 2 reasons
1. The major cost for the cowboys stadium is the seating rights and the license fee needed to even buy the tickets. The MSRP of the tickets doesn't matter when you have to pay 500 dollar a ticket just for license fees/rights
2. Not only that you posted a chart of secondary market tickets........ (lol). Majority of those secondary market price tickets are $40 standing room only passes........
 

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Agree 100%. I don’t knock anyone who chooses to go. But I attended a game in 2018 (Tampa Bay game) because like you, I had been gifted some tix. It was a bad experience from parking onward. If people want to spend their hard earned money that way, it’s their choice. But having attended games at Cotton Bowl and Texas Stadium, AT&T is more like being in a giant shopping mall where a football game breaks out. Not my idea of a way to watch a football game, all for a small fortune.
I grew up in Arlington and attended games at the Cotton Bowl and Texas Stadium, but not yet at AT&T Stadium - just a few miles from where I grew up. Probably won't make it there, since I live in Ohio now. My brother said it is cavernous and splendid, but I really just don't care to fight traffic and crowds! Our family will get together in March, but we are going to Fredricksburg for golf, biking, hiking, and shopping. Maybe a sightseeing tour some day. Or not.
 

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I’m taking my son, Dallas, to his first game this year when the Cowboys play at the Cincinnati. My wife and other son will stay at the hotel. I’m guessing I’ll play 5-700$ for two decent seats. I want his first experience to be good.

They will sell some straight from the box office. Maybe I’ll get lucky. More than likely the season ticket holders will get almost all the Cowboys tickets to sell them to pay for their seats.

The last time we played at Indy my wife’s grandfather was able to buy extra tickets as a season ticket holder. Cowboys tickets were triple or more of all the other games.
 

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Here’s an interesting tidbit- Jon Machata reminded everyone on Twitter tonight about what it cost to be a Cowboys fan in its inaugural season in 1960 when I was 2 years old:

Ticket prices that first season in 1960:

$27.60 — Season tickets (6 games)
$4.60 — Single-game reserved seats
$2.75 — Single-game gen. admission
$1.00 — School student single-game
FREE — Kids with accompanying adult

My dad took me to my first game in 1964 at the Cotton Bowl when I was six years old. He used to have that ticket stub. I think the single ticket price that day was $4.00. And kids got in FREE.

Don’t know what season tickets will cost in 2020 but in 2019 as in many years past, “Personal Seat Licenses” (PSL) agreements were required for every season ticket holder. Prices at the online reseller STR range from $2,450 for a PSL in the nosebleed section to $200,000 on the club level. The Cowboys offer financing over 29 years at 8 percent. What a deal.

In 2019, Season tickets ranged from $700 to $3,600 for 10 games (eight regular season, two preseason). A single game ticket in 2019 averaged about $275. Then fans also had to account for parking (ranging from $30 to $100) as well as $9 beers, $6 hot dogs and $5 soft drinks.

I don’t know what the rate of inflation has been over the last 60 years, but in 1960 a general admission ticket at $2.50 was a a lot more affordable to the average fan in 1960 than in 2020. I suspect that in that 1964 game at the Cotton Bowl my dad took me to see, there were a lot more “common man” fans that could afford to be there.
I only have one ticket stub from the Cotton Bowl . It was Thanksgiving 1969 for $5.00. I recall that endzone seats were $1.00.

My father bought season tickets at Texas Stadium which I have Stubbs that were $17 from 70’s. My father died in the 80’s and my first season tickets were $350 which is of course for 2 tickets.

I recall by 1990 they had gone up to $500. These were lower level about 10 yard line. And by 2007 which was my last season were still less than $1000 for 2 tickets.
 
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