Max HeyraudDublin clubbing institution Index is introducing stricter ticket checks in an attempt to crack down on the resale of tickets at inflated prices.
In a statement shared with ticket holders, the venue said it had been monitoring the resale of Index tickets at “extortionate prices” in recent months, adding that it would now be taking measures to tackle the issue.
Under the new policy, clubbers may be subject to spot checks upon entry, with the name on their ticket required to match the identification they present at the door. Where a ticket has been purchased by a friend, the original purchaser must be present at entry.
Anyone whose ID does not match the name on their ticket risks being refused entry, while those caught reselling Index tickets outside of the ticketing platform could face a ban from all future Index shows and festivals.
“Running and attending shows in Dublin is expensive,” Index stated, arguing that ticket touts should not make the experience even more costly for clubbers.
The move comes amid ongoing frustration across electronic music communities over secondary ticket markets, where high-demand club nights and festivals can quickly become targets for unofficial resellers.
