general admission

noun

1. an admission charge for unreserved seats at a theatrical performance, sports event, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of general admission¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

But even with a year’s break, the event’s popularity hasn’t waned: General admission wristbands for the weekend, which run at about $675, are sold out, and only one-day passes, which cost $300, remain.

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Just moments earlier, another general admission line opened up.

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General admission parking at Dodger Stadium is $35 if prepaid and $40 at the gate, but it’s a long hike to the seats.

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Nina paid nearly £340 for her General Admission floor ticket at Co-op Live and is awaiting a refund.

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An email to gig goers from Ticketmaster said the safety adviser for the shows has divided the concert area into two areas - general admission and a front standing zone - each with its own tickets.

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