American Express was one of the first card issuers to position itself in the luxury space, and it continues to invest in technologies and perks that provide card members with exclusive access to a wide range of experiences.<\/p>\n
Amex Reserved Tickets<\/span><\/h3>\nAmex Reserved Tickets<\/a> offers access to popular and hard-to-get events. Some packages even include premium perks \u2014 like VIP suite access at the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix. While most listings currently focus on Broadway shows, you'll also find options like Cirque du Soleil tickets in Vegas.<\/p>\nBeyond Reserved Tickets, Amex frequently offers pre-sales for concerts, sporting events, and other entertainment throughout the year.<\/p>\n![\"Amex](\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\")
Credit: Amex<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\nAmex Experiences<\/span><\/h3>\nIf you're headed to a major event like Coachella or Austin City Limits, you might find special Amex-only perks. Past offerings have included cardmember lounges, dedicated merchandise lanes, complimentary merchandise, and event-specific Amex Offers. Benefits change from year to year, so check the event\u2019s current Amex page before attending.<\/p>\n
At the U.S. Open Tennis Championship, I personally enjoy this perk on my yearly visits. Thanks to American Express Platinum Card\u00ae<\/sup><\/a>, I had access to the Centurion Lounge<\/a>, scored some free giveaways, and used an Amex Offer<\/a> to save money during the tournament.<\/p>\nAt the 2026 U.S. Open, Platinum and Centurion members can reserve access to the pop-up Centurion Lounge inside Louis Armstrong Stadium. Same-day, one-hour reservations open through Resy at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time each tournament day beginning August 30, 2026.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll need to add your eligible Platinum or Centurion Card to your Resy profile in advance and use Amex\u2019s direct booking link<\/a> \u2014 the lounge won\u2019t appear in a standard Resy search. Platinum members can reserve for themselves and one guest, while Centurion members can reserve for themselves and up to three guests. Reservations are extremely limited.<\/p>\nThis Honey Deuce cocktail was complimentary thanks to my Platinum Card\u00ae. Credit: Mark Jackson<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>Other event-specific perks can include free water bottles, cardmember-only merchandise lines, targeted Amex Offers, and concession discounts.<\/p>\nPremium Events Collection<\/span><\/h3>\nPreviously known as By Invitation Only, the Premium Events Collection is open to those with the Platinum Card\u00ae<\/sup>, Centurion\u00ae<\/sup> Card from American Express \u2014 and other flavors of these cards. These events aren't free, but they do offer VIP access and bragging rights.<\/p>\nOne such event in 2026 is the 78th Emmy Awards. Tickets provided in the Premium Events Collection include:<\/p>\n
\n- One orchestra seat for the live telecast of the Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater<\/li>\n
- Official red carpet walk alongside talent and industry guests<\/li>\n
- A private pre-show reception with complimentary food & beverage<\/li>\n
- Access to the post-show Governors Gala<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The price? $2,600 per person. While these events aren't budget-oriented, they're exclusive, bespoke, and perfect for Amex's premium card members looking for an exclusive experience with their credit card.<\/p>\nCredit: Amex<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\nAmerican Express Venue Collection<\/span><\/h3>\nThe American Express Venue Collection<\/a> offers benefits at more than 15 venues worldwide, although the available perks vary by venue and event. These can include reserved or presale ticket access, dedicated entrances, fast lanes, and cardmember lounges.<\/p>\nAt Brooklyn's Barclays Center, for example, eligible cardmembers can use a dedicated entrance at select events. At Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Platinum members can access the Amex Lounge with one guest, while Centurion members can bring up to three guests. Access is first-come, first-served and subject to capacity.<\/p>\n
Through December 31, 2026, eligible U.S. cardmembers can also enroll an eligible consumer or business American Express card to earn 10% back on qualifying food and beverage concessions purchases at participating venues, up to $250 in statement credits per calendar year. Enrollment is required, and merchandise, parking, restaurants, suites, catering, and certain other purchases don\u2019t qualify.<\/p>\n
Global Dining Access by Resy<\/span><\/h3>\nThe Resy Global Dining Access<\/a> program is available for premium Amex card members. The program offers exclusive reservations at top restaurants, priority notifications when reservations open, early access to special experiences, and notification to restaurants that you're a VIP diner. Eligible cards include:<\/p>\n\n- American Express Platinum Card\u00ae<\/sup><\/a> (and co-branded Platinum Card\u00ae<\/sup> cards)<\/li>\n
- Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card<\/a><\/li>\n
- The Business Platinum Card\u00ae<\/sup> from American Express<\/a><\/li>\n
- Delta SkyMiles\u00ae<\/sup> Reserve American Express Card<\/a><\/li>\n
- Delta SkyMiles\u00ae<\/sup> Reserve Business American Express Card<\/a><\/li>\n
- Centurion\u00ae<\/sup> Card from American Express<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Related: Which Amex Cards Offer Resy Credits?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\nChase<\/span><\/h2>\nChase also offers cardholders a wide array of exclusive experiences through Chase Experiences<\/a>, including sports, arts, festivals, and more.<\/p>\nU.S. Open<\/span><\/h3>\nAt the 2026 US Open Tennis Championships, Chase credit and debit card customers can access the Chase Lounge, which offers complimentary refreshments, giveaways, and other amenities. During the main draw, reservations are released on ChaseGetsYouCloser.com<\/a> at 9 a.m. Eastern Time for the following day\u2019s sessions. Capacity is extremely limited, so reservations can fill quickly.<\/p>\nThe Chase Lounge during my visit in 2015. Credit: Mark Jackson<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\nFestivals and arts events<\/span><\/h3>\nAt busy festivals, Chase cardholders can access expedited entry lines. Premium cards, like the Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae<\/sup><\/a>, unlock access to lounges and VIP areas. Chase also offers special card member experiences at arts and cultural events, like pop-up seminars during Miami Art Week.<\/p>\nSporting events<\/span><\/h3>\nAt Chase Center, where the Golden State Warriors play, Chase cardholders save $5 on $30+ concessions purchases and $20 on $100+ merchandise purchases at the Warriors Store.<\/p>\n
The Atlanta Hawks offer even more benefits, including 20% off all concessions, $20 off $100+ merchandise purchases, preferred seating when purchasing tickets, and a fast lane into the arena.<\/p>\n
Chase Field in Phoenix is my home baseball stadium, and I've enjoyed saving 25% off food at the Taste of Chase concession stand and 15% off at the team store. You can even get behind-the-scenes access<\/a> throughout the season.<\/p>\nExclusive Sapphire Reserve events<\/span><\/h3>\nAs Chase's most premium card, the Sapphire Reserve offers cardholders exclusive events. Examples include an F1 weekend in Miami, on-the-court dinners at Chase Center and Madison Square Garden, and more.<\/p>\n
There are also Sapphire Reserve-exclusive access perks at Chase venues like the Chase Center.<\/p>\n
\n \n \n Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae<\/sup><\/div>\n <\/div>\n Apply Now<\/a> <\/div>\n Rates & Fees<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 100,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae<\/sup><\/strong>\n Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 100,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div>\n Annual Fee:<\/strong>$795<\/b><\/div>\n Show more<\/a>Why We Like It<\/a>Highlights<\/a>Earning Rates<\/a>Chase's flagship Ultimate Rewards card. You get a $300 travel credit, airport lounge access courtesy of a Priority Pass membership and industry-leading travel insurance benefits. New cardholders earn 100,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div>\n\n\n- Earn 100,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/li>
- Get $3,000 in annual value with Sapphire Reserve.<\/li>
- Earn 8x points on all purchases through Chase Travel℠, including The Edit℠ and 4x points on flights and hotels booked direct. Plus, earn 3x points on dining worldwide & 1x points on all other purchases.<\/li>
- $300 annual travel credit as reimbursement for travel purchases charged to your card each account anniversary year.<\/li>
- Access over 1,300 airport lounges worldwide with a complimentary Priority Pass™ Select membership, plus every Chase Sapphire Lounge® by The Club with two guests. Plus, a statement credit of up to $120 every four years as reimbursement for the application fee charged to your card for a Global Entry, TSA Precheck® or NEXUS application.<\/li>
- Get up to $150 in statement credits from January through June and again from July through December for a maximum of $300 annually when you dine at restaurants part of Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables.<\/li>
- Count on Trip Cancellation\/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Coverage, Lost Luggage Insurance, no foreign transaction fees, and more.<\/li>
- Get complimentary subscriptions to Apple TV and Apple Music for a minimum of one year when activated by June 22, 2027, a value of $324 annually.<\/li>
- Member FDIC<\/li><\/ul><\/body><\/html>\n<\/div>
Beyond Reserved Tickets, Amex frequently offers pre-sales for concerts, sporting events, and other entertainment throughout the year.<\/p>\n If you're headed to a major event like Coachella or Austin City Limits, you might find special Amex-only perks. Past offerings have included cardmember lounges, dedicated merchandise lanes, complimentary merchandise, and event-specific Amex Offers. Benefits change from year to year, so check the event\u2019s current Amex page before attending.<\/p>\n At the U.S. Open Tennis Championship, I personally enjoy this perk on my yearly visits. Thanks to American Express Platinum Card\u00ae<\/sup><\/a>, I had access to the Centurion Lounge<\/a>, scored some free giveaways, and used an Amex Offer<\/a> to save money during the tournament.<\/p>\n At the 2026 U.S. Open, Platinum and Centurion members can reserve access to the pop-up Centurion Lounge inside Louis Armstrong Stadium. Same-day, one-hour reservations open through Resy at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time each tournament day beginning August 30, 2026.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll need to add your eligible Platinum or Centurion Card to your Resy profile in advance and use Amex\u2019s direct booking link<\/a> \u2014 the lounge won\u2019t appear in a standard Resy search. Platinum members can reserve for themselves and one guest, while Centurion members can reserve for themselves and up to three guests. Reservations are extremely limited.<\/p>\n Previously known as By Invitation Only, the Premium Events Collection is open to those with the Platinum Card\u00ae<\/sup>, Centurion\u00ae<\/sup> Card from American Express \u2014 and other flavors of these cards. These events aren't free, but they do offer VIP access and bragging rights.<\/p>\n One such event in 2026 is the 78th Emmy Awards. Tickets provided in the Premium Events Collection include:<\/p>\n The price? $2,600 per person. While these events aren't budget-oriented, they're exclusive, bespoke, and perfect for Amex's premium card members looking for an exclusive experience with their credit card.<\/p>\n The American Express Venue Collection<\/a> offers benefits at more than 15 venues worldwide, although the available perks vary by venue and event. These can include reserved or presale ticket access, dedicated entrances, fast lanes, and cardmember lounges.<\/p>\n At Brooklyn's Barclays Center, for example, eligible cardmembers can use a dedicated entrance at select events. At Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Platinum members can access the Amex Lounge with one guest, while Centurion members can bring up to three guests. Access is first-come, first-served and subject to capacity.<\/p>\n Through December 31, 2026, eligible U.S. cardmembers can also enroll an eligible consumer or business American Express card to earn 10% back on qualifying food and beverage concessions purchases at participating venues, up to $250 in statement credits per calendar year. Enrollment is required, and merchandise, parking, restaurants, suites, catering, and certain other purchases don\u2019t qualify.<\/p>\n The Resy Global Dining Access<\/a> program is available for premium Amex card members. The program offers exclusive reservations at top restaurants, priority notifications when reservations open, early access to special experiences, and notification to restaurants that you're a VIP diner. Eligible cards include:<\/p>\n Related: Which Amex Cards Offer Resy Credits?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Chase also offers cardholders a wide array of exclusive experiences through Chase Experiences<\/a>, including sports, arts, festivals, and more.<\/p>\n At the 2026 US Open Tennis Championships, Chase credit and debit card customers can access the Chase Lounge, which offers complimentary refreshments, giveaways, and other amenities. During the main draw, reservations are released on ChaseGetsYouCloser.com<\/a> at 9 a.m. Eastern Time for the following day\u2019s sessions. Capacity is extremely limited, so reservations can fill quickly.<\/p>\n At busy festivals, Chase cardholders can access expedited entry lines. Premium cards, like the Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae<\/sup><\/a>, unlock access to lounges and VIP areas. Chase also offers special card member experiences at arts and cultural events, like pop-up seminars during Miami Art Week.<\/p>\n At Chase Center, where the Golden State Warriors play, Chase cardholders save $5 on $30+ concessions purchases and $20 on $100+ merchandise purchases at the Warriors Store.<\/p>\n The Atlanta Hawks offer even more benefits, including 20% off all concessions, $20 off $100+ merchandise purchases, preferred seating when purchasing tickets, and a fast lane into the arena.<\/p>\n Chase Field in Phoenix is my home baseball stadium, and I've enjoyed saving 25% off food at the Taste of Chase concession stand and 15% off at the team store. You can even get behind-the-scenes access<\/a> throughout the season.<\/p>\n As Chase's most premium card, the Sapphire Reserve offers cardholders exclusive events. Examples include an F1 weekend in Miami, on-the-court dinners at Chase Center and Madison Square Garden, and more.<\/p>\n There are also Sapphire Reserve-exclusive access perks at Chase venues like the Chase Center.<\/p>\n![\"Amex](\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Screenshot-2026-08-18-at-1.52.13-PM.png\")
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