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What Happens If Your Event Is Canceled or Postponed?

Canceled and postponed events are handled differently: when you get a refund, when your ticket stays valid for a new date, what to do, and how the 100% Buyer Guarantee protects you.

It happens — a tour leg drops, a game gets snowed out, a show reschedules. The good news is that "canceled" and "postponed" are two very different situations for your tickets and your money. Here's what each one means and exactly what to do.

Canceled vs. postponed — they're not the same

A canceled event isn't happening and isn't being rescheduled — that's the refund situation. A postponed or rescheduled event is still happening, just on a new date, and your existing ticket almost always stays valid for it. The single most important thing you can do is find out which one you're dealing with before you do anything else.

If your event is canceled

When an event is canceled and not rescheduled, our 100% Buyer Guarantee covers you — you get your money back. You don't need to chase down the seller; the guarantee is built into every order at no extra cost, exactly for moments like this.

If your event is postponed or rescheduled

Hold onto your ticket. For a postponed or rescheduled event, the same ticket is normally honored on the new date — you don't need a new one. Don't discard it, and don't rush to resell it before you've confirmed the new date, in case you can attend after all.

Watch your email and the event listing for the official new date and any instructions from the venue.

What to do, step by step

First, confirm whether it's a cancellation or a reschedule (check your email and the event page). If it's canceled, your refund is covered by the guarantee. If it's rescheduled and the new date works, do nothing — your ticket carries over. If it's rescheduled and you can't make the new date, reach out to support at 844-425-1065 or support@thekingoftickets.com.

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Frequently asked

Do I get a refund if my event is canceled?

Yes — if an event is canceled and not rescheduled, our 100% Buyer Guarantee refunds your money. It's included on every order at no extra cost, so you don't have to negotiate with the seller.

Is my ticket still valid if the event is postponed?

In almost all cases, yes. Postponed and rescheduled events normally honor your existing ticket on the new date, so hold onto it rather than discarding or reselling it before the new date is confirmed.

How long does a refund take for a canceled event?

Timing depends on the situation and your payment method. Contact our support team and they'll confirm the process for your specific order — the guarantee ensures the refund itself is covered.

What if the event is rescheduled to a date I can't make?

Reach out to support at 844-425-1065 or support@thekingoftickets.com and we'll go over your options for that order. It's best to contact us as soon as the new date is announced.

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