season ticket

American

noun

a ticket for a specified series or number of events or valid for unlimited use during a specified time, often sold at a reduced rate, for athletic events, concerts, transportation, etc.

season ticket British

noun

a ticket for a series of events, number of journeys, etc, within a limited time, usually obtained at a reduced rate

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Etymology

Origin of season ticket

First recorded in 1810–20

Example Sentences

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"I don't know if I would be a season ticket holder, but I'm killing a Saturday afternoon," Richard Kurland, a spectators at the match, told AFP.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Steve eventually became a season ticket holder and says he did not miss a match for 47 years.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

In a message to supporters, it announced that it was pushing back the deadline for season ticket renewals so that fans could have “full clarity” on what the 2026-27 might entail.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

New Lakers exec Lon Rosen said he hopes season ticket holders will “renew” them despite the enormous increase for next season.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

“It’s a little living creature—and it sings beautifully! I’m going to give up my season ticket to the Philharmonic.”

From "The Cricket in Times Square" by George Selden

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