TicketSource
TicketSource: A flexible ticketing choice for smaller arts and timed-entry events. Ranked #55 of 55 in Event Registration Software by our editors (5.3/10); pricing: Free plan; best for small arts and timed-entry events.
At a glance
- Editor score5.3 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forSmall arts and timed-entry events
- Free planYes
- Check-in appYes
- Founded2004 · Penarth, Wales, United Kingdom
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Supports assigned seating, general admission, and timed sessions
- Free for free events and in-person bookings
- Includes QR check-in, waiting lists, and multiple ticket formats
Where it doesn't
- Verified attendee limit is 1,000
- Paid online events incur booking fees
- Broader event-management features are limited
Our verdict on TicketSource
TicketSource is a web-based event ticketing and entry-management platform for venues, community organizations, theatres, festivals, and other organizers. It covers general admission, assigned seating, timed sessions, online and in-person bookings, payment collection, digital and printed tickets, questionnaires, waiting lists, and QR-code check-in. Its strongest fit is for small arts organizations and events where ticket structure and entry control matter more than broad event-management functionality.
Pricing is straightforward for free and in-person activity: the published plans show no charge for free events and no fees for in-person bookings. Paid online events use booking fees rather than a fixed subscription tier. TicketSource payment processing is listed at 3.5% + 0.99¢ per paid ticket, while Stripe payment processing is listed at 0.99¢ per paid ticket. Regional TicketSource sites may present pricing differently, so organizers should review the applicable regional pricing page before selecting a payment route.
The platform’s practical depth comes from its ticketing and entry tools. Organizers can design interactive seating plans, create custom event pages with custom CSS, collect attendee details through questionnaires, issue mobile and wallet tickets, scan QR codes, manage waiting lists, and print tickets through TicketSource Print Server. Integrations include Stripe, Zapier, the API, Google Analytics, Facebook, X, Mailchimp, Brevo, WordPress, and arts and accessibility services. Choose TicketSource when those capabilities align with an event capped at 1,000 attendees. Organizations planning larger events or needing broader event features should consider an alternative.
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TicketSource fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Check-in app | Yes |
| Ticketing | Yes |
| Session registration | Yes |
| Badge printing | Not verified |
| Attendee limit | 1000 attendees |
| Payment processing | Yes |
| Form customization | Advanced |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Phone, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 12 integrations: Stripe, Zapier, API, Google Analytics, Facebook, X … See all → |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | ticketsource.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
TicketSource integrations
TicketSource lists 12 integrations on its own site.
- Stripe
- Zapier
- API
- Google Analytics
- X
- Mailchimp
- Brevo
- WordPress
- Arts Council England Illuminate
- The Audience Agency
- Nimbus Disability Access Card
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Alternatives to TicketSource
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- EventsAirA broad event platform for complex registration, onsite operations, and hybrid delivery.9.2
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