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Worth it if…Underrated · +41Nonprofit TDF booth under Times Square's red steps selling same-day Broadway seats at up to 50% off
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Worth it, with conditions. Google 4.5 from 3.6k reviews; it does what it promises, as long as you aren't set on one specific hit.

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4.5 ★ Google · 3,611 reviews— hypegap votes · be one of the first

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The easiest way to turn a Times Square evening into a discounted Broadway show without planning ahead.

Why Reality is 65

Lives up to its fame4/5Google 4.5 from 3.6k reviews; it does what it promises, as long as you aren't set on one specific hit.
Value for money4/5Genuine 20–50% discounts on same-day seats, though the $8 fee and missing hit shows trim the value.
Can’t get it elsewhere3/5TodayTix, lotteries and rush also offer cheap seats; TKTS is the most reliable walk-up option.
Easy to do3/5Central and fast-moving, but outdoor lines of up to 75 minutes at matinee-day opening; evening and Lincoln Center are easier.

What people loved

Real savings, typically 30–50% off, even after the $8 fee; reviewers report under $60 for shows like Six and The Great GatsbyStaff in red coats explain prices and seat availability and suggest showsMany windows keep the line moving, and the Fast Pass lets repeat buyers skip itRun by the nonprofit TDF; the fee funds its theatre-access programs

What wore them down

The biggest hits (Hamilton, Wicked) rarely appearTimes Square line can top an hour at opening on matinee days, outdoors with little shadeGroups of 4+ often get split upLotteries ($30–49) and rush ($30–69) can beat TKTS prices if you're flexible

Know before you go

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Booking: No advance sales: queue in person on the day (or the day before for matinees). Check the TKTS app for what's on sale.

DiscountUp to 50% off same-day performances and next-day matinees; prices include an $8 per-ticket TDF service charge; max 6 tickets per personSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
HoursMon, Tue, Fri 3–8 p.m.; Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun 11 a.m.–8 p.m. (Google lists Sunday to 7 p.m.)Source · Checked Oct 16, 2026
PaymentVisa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover, cash and TKTS eGift Cards; a few Off-Broadway shows are cash onlySource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Fast PassShow a TKTS ticket stub within 7 days to use the Fast Pass lane and skip the lineSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Shorter lineTKTS Lincoln Center (61 W 62nd St, Tue–Sat 11 a.m.–6 p.m.) sells the same inventory with much shorter linesSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
What's on the boardMega-hits such as Hamilton and Wicked rarely appear; check the TKTS app for live listings before queuingSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Getting thereIn Times Square itself, under the red steps at Broadway and W 47th St; 49 St (N, R, W) or Times Sq–42 St, 2–5 min walkSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Opening hours (Google)
  • Monday: 3:00 – 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 3:00 – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday: 3:00 – 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

In their words

“I arrived at 11:05a, right middle of Wednesday open and the line was 1hr 15min long.”
Hank Chang · Google review · 4 months ago
“We paid 50% off for the Stranger Things tickets. If you’re in a group (4+) though, you will most likely get separated.”
Angie Benitez · Google review · 4 months ago
“I usually drop by around 6-6:30pm and pick the cheapest show still available. Ticket line moves fast”
Lizandra Santos (Luna) · Google review · 5 months ago

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Questions people ask

How much do you save at TKTS?

Up to 50% off same-day and next-day matinee tickets; the price shown includes an $8 per-ticket service charge.

What are the TKTS Times Square hours?

Monday, Tuesday and Friday 3–8 p.m.; Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. (Google lists a 7 p.m. close on Sunday).

Does TKTS sell Hamilton or Wicked tickets?

Rarely. The biggest hits seldom appear; check the TKTS app for live listings before you queue.

How do you skip the TKTS line?

Return within 7 days with a TKTS ticket stub to use the Fast Pass lane, or try the Lincoln Center booth, which usually has shorter lines.

Does TKTS take credit cards?

Yes: Visa, Mastercard, Amex and Discover, plus cash and eGift Cards. A few Off-Broadway shows are cash only.

Better fits, according to people who went

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Verdict by The Hype Gap editors. No one paid for it. Facts checked Oct 16, 2026. How we score · Standards