Tiqets, the online ticketing platform for museums and attractions, and Sofar Sounds, the community that stages intimate concerts in unexpected venues in 400 cities around the world, are partnering up to create an exclusive series of live music performances at once-in-a-lifetime locations across San Francisco - the first time in this destination. To offer the British public a chance to enjoy these special concerts, Tiqets is launching a contest to win a trip for two to San Francisco and tickets to attend one of the concerts in the series.

As is tradition with Sofar Sounds events, the artists themselves will not be announced in advance, only those in attendance will see who is performing on the night. Previous Sofar Sounds acts have included Billie Eilish and James Bay.

“We’re thrilled to be joining forces with Sofar Sounds to combine our incredible venue partners with live musicians to host this summer concert series in San Francisco,” says Tiqets CEO Laurens Leurink. “With these truly once-in-a-lifetime shows featuring exciting new artists in iconic locations like the Aquarium of the Bay and on a Red & White Fleet’s Bay Cruise, we hope to inspire people all over the world to find more ways to culture this summer.”

Tiqets x Sofar Summer Concert Series in San Francisco

For three nights in June, Tiqets and Sofar will transform popular attractions in San Francisco into concert venues for the first time. From the mesmerising blue hues of Aquarium of the Bay and the sunset-soaked decks of Red & White Fleet’s Bay Cruise to the groovy history of the Record Factory, this special concert series will allow guests to experience each of these unique venues like never before with a one-night only live concert performance.

• Aquarium of the Bay, 17 June
  • Home to over 24,000 animals, including sharks, bat rays, and river otters, stroll through Aquarium of the Bay’s blue-tinted corridors and meet all the fantastic inhabitants before heading into the concert space right next to the sea otters to enjoy the musical stylings of three surprise artists.

• Red & White Fleet’s Bay Cruise, 18 June
  • Experience San Francisco’s beautiful bay like never before on Red & White Fleet’s Enhydra, the United States’ first ever plug-in hybrid electric vessel. Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge and take in unparalleled sunset views of the city and the bay, all while you discover your new favourite musical artists.

“We’re talking about a chance to see amazing new music onboard a cutting-edge hybrid electric vessel sailing in the middle of San Francisco Bay. What’s not to like? We’re excited to partner with Tiqets and Sofar to make it happen,” says Tyler Foster, Managing Director and Partner, Red and White San Francisco Bay Cruises.

• Record Factory, 25 June
  • Get a taste of music history at the Record Factory in Sausalito. Stand in the same studios that Bob Marley and Stevie Nicks have played in and enjoy music by a selection of new and up-and-coming artists selected by Sofar Sounds. 

“We are proud to be part of the Sofar Sounds x Tiqets Concert series and family at Bridgeway Recording Studios (the former Record Plant Studios). Bridgeway Studios has a long history of making music history. From Prince’s first album, For You, to Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours, Bridgeway prides itself in working with cutting-edge artists and relationships. We look forward to continuing a blossoming relationship,” says Record Factory’s Frank Pollifrone.

Win a trip to a Sofar x Tiqets concert experience in San Francisco!

Tiqets is offering an incredible opportunity for music lovers in the UK to win a trip to San Francisco to attend one of the concerts in the series. The prize will include return flights from London to San Francisco for two people, four-nights accommodation, and an unforgettable concert experience at Aquarium of the Bay (17 June), Red & White Fleet’s Bay Cruise (18 June) or the Record Factory (25 June). What's more, two city cards will be included for you and your guest to enjoy the iconic sights of San Francisco.

For more information on the contest to win a trip to San Francisco to attend a Sofar x Tiqets concert, or to enter, visit https://www.tiqets.com/blog/sofar-x-tiqets-win-a-trip-to-san-francisco/. This contest is open from today until 25 May.

Tickets for all three concerts will be bookable online through the Sofar Sounds website.

"With this partnership, Tiqets and Sofar Sounds work toward a common goal of creating unique ways to bring artists and audiences together all around the world,” says Sofar Sounds CEO Jim Lucchese. “We look forward to collaborating on some amazing shows this summer while supporting independent artists with opportunities to perform in some truly unique spaces.”

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Alexis Peppis, Tiqets Regional Director Northern Europe, is available for comment and interview.

About Tiqets

Tiqets’ mission is to make culture more accessible by making it easier for more people to discover more ways to culture. From the start in 2014, the company has connected millions of people to museums and attractions with instant, last-minute and mobile tickets. Tiqets works with both hidden gems and top museums and attractions all over the world.

The company is headquartered in Amsterdam and now employs 200+ people worldwide, including in Amsterdam (HQ) as well as Seattle, Las Vegas, Orlando, Philadelphia, London, Copenhagen, Paris, Barcelona, Rome, Vienna, Bangkok, Tokyo, and Osaka. More information can be found on Tiqets.com.

About Sofar

Sofar Sounds is a global community of music lovers creating space where music matters. Through intimate concerts in unique locations, Sofar shows create lasting connections between artists and fans without distractions, pretence, or crowds. Sofar shows transform everyday spaces - from living rooms and rooftops, to boutiques and museums - into captivating venues for secret gigs, creating inclusive experiences that bring people closer together.

Founded in London in 2009, Sofar invites guests to discover new artists, places, and people, whether at home or abroad, in more than 400 cities around the world. To learn more about Sofar Sounds, visit http://www.sofarsounds.com or follow the conversation on social media at @sofarsounds or using #sofarsounds.