UK Athletics Shares Ticket Purchasing Tips Ahead of Upcoming Football Games
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Momentum continues to build around Kentucky football with strong interest expected for marquee games still ahead this season. As fans make plans to cheer on the Wildcats in Kroger Field, UK Athletics and UK Police are sharing important ticket purchasing reminders to help fans secure valid tickets and enjoy the game day experience.
As demand for tickets increases, fans are encouraged to purchase through official ticketing channels to avoid fraudulent offers that have increasingly surfaced online.
Saturday’s game vs. South Alabama will be “Family Weekend” with the Blue-White stadium theme and UK Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026 set to be inducted. The Homecoming Game matchup with LSU is also approaching.
Only tickets purchased directly through official outlets are guaranteed to be valid. Fans are encouraged to use the UK Ticket Office, Ticketmaster, Ticketmaster’s official UK resale marketplace, FEVO and visiting team ticket offices when purchasing tickets. Other outlets may not provide the same level of protection or assurance.
As demand for tickets grows, the UK Police Department has recently received multiple reports involving fraudulent ticket offers shared through group messaging and social media platforms. These incidents serve as a reminder that purchasing through trusted, official sources remains the best way to ensure a valid ticket on game day.
Scammers often take advantage of high-demand events by posing as legitimate sellers and offering counterfeit, invalid or nonexistent tickets. In some cases, tickets are never transferred after payment is sent. Buyers may be asked to use peer-to-peer payment apps or other payment methods that make it difficult to recover lost funds.
Official Ticket Sources
The safest way to purchase, sell or transfer Kentucky football tickets is through official UK Athletics ticketing partners:
- UK Ticket Office
- Ticketmaster
- Ticketmaster Verified Resale Marketplace
- FEVO
- Visiting Team Ticket Offices
Tips for Buying Tickets Safely
Before purchasing tickets from an individual online, consider these tips:
- Be skeptical of prices that seem too good to be true.
- Verify the seller whenever possible.
- Avoid sending payment through methods that do not offer buyer protections.
- Be cautious if a seller pressures you to act immediately.
- Watch for inconsistencies in messages, screenshots or ticket information.
- Use official ticketing platforms whenever possible.
- Do not rely on screenshots, PDFs or print-at-home tickets as proof that a ticket is valid.
- Avoid posting ticket images online. If you share a ticket photo, cover barcodes, QR codes and any personal information.
If You Believe You’ve Been Targeted
If you believe you have been the victim of a scam or fraudulent ticket sale, report the incident to UKPD as soon as possible at 859-257-UKPD (8573). Saving screenshots, payment records and message history may help investigators review the situation.
With several exciting games still ahead this season, UK Athletics encourages fans to plan ahead, purchase through trusted sources and share these reminders with fellow Wildcats. Taking a few extra precautions when purchasing tickets can help ensure a smooth and enjoyable game-day experience at Kroger Field.
For more information regarding ticketing and ticket security, contact the UK Ticket Office at (800) 928-2287 (Option 4).
