A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant

In collaboration with the Los Angeles Lakers and the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation, Ticketmaster is releasing tickets for A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant, a special memorial event at the STAPLES Center on February 24, 2020.

All proceeds will be donated directly to the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation, whose mission is to further Kobe and Gianna Bryant’s legacy in youth sports. Specifically, the Foundation aims to provide access, opportunity, and to teach life skills to young girls and boys through the vehicle of sports.

Because many seats will be reserved for loved ones, a limited amount of tickets will be available, and we expect demand to be very high. To ensure that these tickets get into the hands of fans – not bots or scalpers – The Lakers and Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation are collaborating with Ticketmaster’s Verified Fan® program to create a safe, reliable ticket-buying experience, which is why tickets for the event will be non-transferrable.

For more information about Verified Fan, how it works, and how to access the Public Ticket Release for A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant, please review the important information below.

 

Key Dates to Know

  1. Registration for A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant Public Ticket Release powered by Ticketmaster Verified Fan will be open starting Friday, February 14 at 11:00 am PT until Monday, February 17 at 10:00 pm PT.
  2. On the evening of Tuesday, February 18, fans will be notified if they’ve been verified and whether they’ve also been invited to participate in the Public Ticket Release. Those invited to participate will receive a unique access code and link to access the Public Ticket Release.
  3. A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant Public Ticket Release takes place Wednesday, February 19 at 10:00 am PT.
  4. A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant will be held at STAPLES Center on Monday, February 24th at 10:00 am PT.

 

Registration and Ticket Info

  1. Register for A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant Public Ticket Release here.
  2. Ticket Limits: Fans that are verified and invited to the ticket release will have the opportunity to purchase* up to 2 tickets per access code. Note: Demand is expected to be high and receiving an invitation does not guarantee a ticket.
  3. Entry: This event will use Ticketmaster SafeTix™, a mobile-only ticket, for entry to the event. 
  4. Ticket Transfer: Please be aware, you will not be able to transfer tickets for this event.
  5. Resale: Please be aware, you will not be able to resell your ticket(s) to this event.

*All proceeds of the sale will be donated to Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation to further Kobe and Gianna Bryant’s legacy in youth sports.

 

How to Get Tickets

We expect the demand for tickets to attend A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant to be extremely high. The Los Angeles Lakers and Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation are collaborating with Ticketmaster to create a safe, reliable, ticket-buying experience for their fans. Ticketmaster Verified Fan® is committed to getting more tickets into the hands of fans fairly and at face value. Ticketmaster Verified Fan doesn’t guarantee that everyone who is Verified will get a ticket, but it does level the playing field so more tickets go to fans who intend to go to the show — not ticket bots.

How It Works

We want to help as many fans as possible attend A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant at the prices set by The Los Angeles Lakers and Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation. This quick guide takes you through the process to register and access the Public Ticket Release.

Registration

Registration for A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant Public Ticket Release powered by Ticketmaster Verified Fan® will be open starting Friday, February 14 at 11:00 am PT until Monday, February 17 at 10:00 pm PT.

Registration is easy and only takes a few minutes. All you’ll need is the email address you use to sign in to your Ticketmaster account and your password. Follow these simple steps:

  1. Click here to register for A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant Public Ticket Release.
  2. Sign in using your Ticketmaster account, or if you don’t have one, you can create one when you register.
  3. Follow the steps and submit your registration.

From there, we’ll send you a confirmation email to confirm your registration was successful and what to expect next.

Accessing the Public Ticket Release

This is where Verified Fan really works to ensure that more tickets go to the fans who want to attend the event, not bots. On the day of the Public Ticket Release, only those who are invited may access the public ticket release, while those not invited will be unable to join the sale. Using a unique access code, invited fans unlock access for their opportunity to find and purchase tickets. Here’s how it works:

  1. On the evening of Tuesday, February 18, we’ll let you know if you’ve been invited to access the public ticket release.If you were invited, you’ll receive a text message to the number you provided during registration. Your text will include your unique access code and a link to access the public ticket release. Keep an eye out for this text and be careful that you don’t accidentally delete it.

     

  2. Before the Public Ticket Release begins, sign in to the same Ticketmaster account that’s linked to the Verified Fan Public Ticket Release at least 10 minutes before the sale for your event begins. Please keep in mind, you must enter your access code exactly as it appears to access tickets.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

We receive a lot of questions about Verified Fan, so we thought it would be helpful to take the ones we get most and provide the answers all in one place.

What is Ticketmaster's Verified Fan?

Ticketmaster Verified Fan is committed to getting more tickets into the hands of fans fairly and at face value. Ticketmaster Verified Fan doesn’t guarantee that everyone who is Verified will get a ticket, but it does level the playing field so more tickets go to fans who intend to go to the event — not ticket bots.

When can I register for the Verified Fan Public Ticket Release?

Registration for A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant Public Ticket Release will be open starting Friday, February 14 at 11 am PT until Monday, February 17 at 10 pm PT.

Can I register more than once to increase my invitation status?

Only one registration is required and registering more than once won’t increase your opportunity to receive an invitation. We only keep the last registration you submitted.

If I miss registration, can I still access the Public Ticket Release

No, you must be registered prior to Monday, February 17 at 10 pm PT to have an opportunity to purchase tickets.

If I edit my registration more than once, will I be disqualified?

No, you won’t be disqualified. If you edit your registration more than once to correct a mistake, we only keep the last registration that you submitted.

I received a confirmation email, what does that mean?

The email is to inform you that we successfully received your registration. It doesn’t however, guarantee you’ll receive an invitation to access the public ticket release. Once we get closer to the Verified Fan Public Ticket Release, you’ll receive an email with additional information about your invitation status.

Does registering mean I get a Verified Fan access code?

Access codes are never guaranteed. Due to extremely high demand and limited invitations, not all fans will be invited to access the Public Ticket Release.

Does getting an access code mean I will get tickets?

Receiving an access code means that you’ll have the opportunity to access the Public Ticket Release. However, the ability to purchase tickets is determined by supply and demand, and is not guaranteed. Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis.

When do Verified Fan tickets go on sale?

The Verified Fan Public Ticket Release for A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant takes place Wednesday, February 19 at 10:00 am PT. Please ensure you are registered for Verified Fan here.

What is the ticket limit?

If you are invited to the Verified Fan Public Ticket Release, you will be able to purchase up to two (2) tickets for the event using your access code.

How much will tickets cost?

Tickets will be priced at 3 tiers based on seat location. You may purchase tickets for $24.02 each, 2 for $224, or $224 each. Taxes will apply.

All proceeds of the sale will be donated to Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation to further Kobe and Gianna Bryant’s legacy in youth sports.

What is the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation?

The Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation exists to further Kobe and Gianna Bryant’s legacy in youth sports. Specifically, the Foundation aims to provide access, opportunity, and to teach life skills to young girls and boys through the vehicle of sports. Please visit the Foundation website here for more information.

Will there be VIP packages available?

Ticket packages and offers will not be available for A Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant.

If my parent or guardian uses their credit card to purchase the tickets, does the person whose name is on the card have to attend the event?

No. The tickets will be in the Ticketmaster account used to purchase. If someone else purchases tickets for you, then you, (as the person attending) should register during the registration window. When it’s time to access the Public Ticket release, make sure you’re signed into the correct account to avoid any confusion and then have the person purchasing enter their payment information during checkout.

I got an email telling me that I’m on the Waitlist, what does that mean?

Due to extremely high demand and limited invitations, we are sometimes unable to confirm your access for the Verified Fan ticket sales. Should additional invitations become available, we will notify you via text message. Please keep in mind any additional ticket inventory will be extremely limited and tickets are available on a first come, first served basis.

How will I know if I move off the Waitlist?

Keep your phone close by as your text notification can come at any time after the sale begins. When notified, you’ll receive two text messages: The first one has the link to the sale, and the second contains your unique access code. (You’ll also want to closely watch your email just in case there are text delivery issues. In that case we’ll email your access code details to the address you use for your Ticketmaster account.)

How do I get my tickets?

The Los Angeles Lakers and Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation have asked Ticketmaster to ensure their fans have access to tickets at face value. To achieve this, all tickets will be mobile-only using Ticketmaster SafeTix. 

SafeTix is a new kind of mobile ticket that uses a unique barcode that automatically refreshes every few seconds so it cannot be screenshot or counterfeited. No other tickets will be accepted for entry.

3 Simple Steps to Use Your SafeTix on Event Day

  1. Using the Ticketmaster app, sign in to your account.
  2. Tap My Events to view your order.
  3. On an iPhone? Add your ticket to your Apple Wallet for quick tap and go entry. When you arrive, simply open your ticket in your phone’s wallet, hold your phone near the scanner and you’re all set.

Your ticket must be displayed on your phone. Screenshots and print outs will not be accepted.

If I’m buying tickets for others, can I transfer tickets to them?

No. The Los Angeles Lakers and Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation have asked Ticketmaster to ensure their fans have access to tickets at face value. To achieve this, all tickets will be non-transferable. On the day of the event, all guests will be required to enter with the ticket purchaser.

How do I transfer tickets?

The Los Angeles Lakers and Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation have asked Ticketmaster to ensure their fans have access to tickets at face value. To achieve this, all tickets will be non-transferable. If you purchased 2 tickets, you must arrive at the event together with the other person.

How do I contact Fan Support?

We want all fans to have the opportunity to experience the live events they’ll love. If you are having trouble finding the information you need or making a purchase for an event, we’re here to help. Whether it’s by email, phone or chat you can find more information on how to connect with us here.