March 29th, 2004

Van Halen's official webmaster, Brad Starks, has revealed:

The ticket sales will basically work the same every week that new shows go on sale:

Tuesday: iloveallaccess.com package presale
Wednesday: AOL presale
Saturday: Normal outlet sales (TM, tickets.com, etc.)



Premium Ticket Packages

Beginning tomorrow, Tuesday March 30th, fans armed with the password "itsabouttime" that want an extraordinary experience may now choose from two tiers of special ticket packages offered by iloveallaccess.com

Four Star

Time to enjoy the Van Halen live experience IN STYLE.
Ready to rock? Good, 'cause you know the band is!

Each Four Star Package Includes:

1 Ticket in the First Twenty (20) Rows
Four Star Laminate

Maximum QTY: 4

Four Star Package Prices: $175, $195 (Depending on venue)

**Wear your Four Star laminate at the show for possible additional surprises.


Five Star

You're not just a fan. You're a fanatic.

There's nothing like it - the noise, the magic of being backstage while the crew runs around setting things up before a rock show. And you'll be there in the middle of it all. You'll be taken around as the riggers are in the rafters, the guitar techs get things tuned, and you are privy to Van Halen's inner sanctum. You'll even get a sneak peek of the show at Van Halen's sound check! Then, hang out at an exclusive party having a bite, having a drink, and collecting your special Van Halen package of goodies. Finally, it's out front to your seat in the first 10 rows while Eddie, Alex, Michael and Sammy rock you harder than you've ever been rocked before!

Each Five Star Package Includes:

1 Ticket in the First Ten (10) Rows
Five Star Laminate
Backstage Tour**
Pre-Show Party**
Soundcheck
Early Visit to the Merchandise Stand
Exclusive Van Halen T-shirt
Tour Program

Maximum QTY: 4

Five Star Package Prices: $375, $395, $475 (Depending on venue)

**Five Star usually starts at approximately 4:30pm on the day of the show. You will receive a full itinerary via Email, closer to the show date. To attend, you may be required to sign a waiver and release of liability.

It should be noted that these packages are not refundable or transferable so the name that orders the tickets needs to match the name on the ID that picks the laminates up at will call the day of the show. It should also be pointed out that neither package guarantees contact with the band, though it is not out of the question as both Van Halen and Sammy have been very generous about connecting with fans on recent tours.

Special ticket packages for the following 12 shows go on sale Tuesday, March 30th at 10am Eastern:

June 11 Greensboro, NC - Greensboro Coliseum
June 13 Hershey, PA - Hershey Park Stadium
June 16 Philadelphia, PA - Wachovia Center
June 19 Worcester, MA - Worcester Centrum
June 22 East Rutherford, NJ - Continental Arena
June 25 Washington D.C. - MCI Center
July 10 Detroit, MI - Joe Louis Arena
July 11 Auburn Hills, MI - The Palace at Auburn Hills
July 22 St. Paul, MN - Xcel Energy Center
July 26 Kansas City, MO - Kemper Arena
July 28 St. Louis, MO - Savvis Center
August 7 Las Vegas, NV - Mandalay Bay Events Center


AOL Presale

The AOL Presale of regular tickets starts Wednesday at 4:00 PM (local to the event on sale). You must be a member of AOL to participate.

The AOL keyword for the presale is : VAN HALEN PRESALE


Tickets go on sale via regular outlets this Saturday, April 3rd at 10am (again local to the show on sale).