Easily sell tickets, quickly scan attendees, and gain access to more revenue faster.

I can load student IDs into the system, so for big events, we know exactly which kids are in the stadium.”

Simple ticketing, happier crowds

Drive attendance

Convenient cashless, paperless, and pre-sale ticketing

Easily issue season tickets, season passes, and comp tickets

Keep fans informed with branded event pages

Speed up entry, 
reduce stress

Drive efficiency

Reserved seating, with custom seat maps designed for every venue

Easy-to-use Point of Sale solution to manage on-site sales

Intuitive ticket scanning to get fans to their seats quicker

Maximize your
school’s earnings

Drive revenue

Flexible and mobile-friendly payment options

Advanced and automated financial reporting

Track sales and attendance in real time

Quickly access ticketing revenue

Ticketing & Event Management Features

Streamline your events with Box Office

Mobile ticket scanning & management

Ensure smooth, hassle-free entry with fast, reliable mobile ticket scanning that makes check-in quick and tracks attendance accurately in real time.

Secure payment processing

Give your fans peace of mind with trusted payment partners that ensure every transaction is secure and seamless across all devices.

Optimized & automated financial reports

Get detailed sales and attendance reports delivered straight to your inbox, reducing manual effort and helping you stay on top of your event finances.

Reduced effort for staff & volunteers

Lighten the load on your busy staff and volunteers with intuitive tools that automate routine tasks and streamline event management from start to finish.

Dedicated support for schools and fans

Get prompt, dependable help from a team that understands school events, providing quick solutions to keep everything running smoothly.

Enhanced fan experience

Simplify the event experience with mobile-friendly ticketing, wallet-stored tickets for quick access, and streamlined check-in.

Ticketing for every event, every program

From curtain calls and game nights to cap tosses and prom,
Hometown Box Office keeps ticketing simple, speedy, and stress-free.

Athletics

Streamline ticket sales and season passes for games and tournaments while ensuring smooth entry for fans.

Performing Arts

From school plays to concerts, simplify ticketing and seating arrangements so every performance runs flawlessly.

Student Activities

Whether it’s fundraisers, dances, or special assemblies, organize and sell tickets quickly and track attendance.

Benefits of Box Office

Seamless sales, 
effortless events

Our professional-level ticketing platform is purpose-built for schools. Stop worrying about carrying cash and making change before every school event. Let fans buy tickets directly on your school’s website 24/7 — on mobile or desktop. With Hometown Box Office you can:

Scan and search tickets offline when you have limited WiFi

Sell anything — including merch, concessions, and more

Improve your cash flow with automatic transfers

Text and email tickets to attendees on-site

Mobile App

Turn their phone
into a fast pass with
Hometown’s Fan App

With our mobile app, available on iOS and Android, students and their supporters can buy and use tickets right from their phones — no printing, no hassle. Run smoother events and offer a better fan experience.
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FAQ

Explore frequently asked questions about Box Office

What is Hometown’s Box Office solution?

Box Office is Hometown's digital ticketing and event management platform built specifically for schools and organizations. It offers a streamlined, professional way to manage events, sell tickets, track sales, and improve the overall fan and staff experience, all from a single, customizable platform. Box Office offers solutions for digital ticketing, seat mapping, season passes, point-of-sale, and real-time reporting.

How much does it cost schools to use?

There is no cost for schools and organizations to use the Hometown Box Office! No setup fees. No onboarding fees. And no subscription costs. All features, including customized seat maps and point-of-sale functionality, are included.

What can Box Office be used for?

Box Office can be used anytime you need to sell tickets or process digital sales — from athletic events and performances to fundraisers, banquets, dances, and even concessions. From entry to experience, if there's something to sell or track, Box Office has it covered.

What are the top reasons schools choose Hometown Box Office?

Hometown Box Office is the trusted all-in-one solution that helps schools streamline event management and ticket sales by offering:

  • No cost to schools, regardless of size.
  • Flexible platform built to support every department and every activity.
  • Fan-friendly experience designed for all attendees, including those less comfortable with technology.
  • Real-time reporting that consolidates sales and revenue data in one easy dashboard
  • Offline ticket scanning to ensure smooth entry even without Wi-Fi
How quickly will I receive funds from ticket sales?

Funds are immediately available in your account and can be deposited to your bank account as soon as 48 hours after a ticket sale.

Schools can schedule automatic transfers from Box Office to their school account on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. This helps improve cash flow and eliminates the need to reconcile cash or checks after events.

Can I still accept cash payments?

Yes. We understand that some schools may still want, or are required by law, to provide cash payment options. Hometown can support and log these payments consistently with your digital sales to ensure your operations are audit-proof and you have full visibility into every ticket sold.

What support does Hometown offer?

Hometown delivers best-in-class support in the K–12 space with:

  • Dedicated Customer Success Managers
  • Live chat and email support
  • Fan and family event support
  • Expert onboarding and training
  • Robust help resources and video tutorials
What if fans and families need help with their tickets?

Our Fan Support team is here to help via phone and chat! We assist with everything from accessing tickets and refunds to troubleshooting the Fan App — so your staff doesn’t have to.

Does Box Office allow for season tickets and season passes?

Yes! Box Office supports selling season passes online with automatic renewal options each year.

Am I able to provide complimentary tickets?

Yes! Box Office allows for the use of promo and pass codes, facilitating the seamless distribution of complimentary tickets. These are able to be redeemed just like a regular ticket, eliminating the need for manual spreadsheets or slowed lines.

What financial reporting is available?

Hometown offers real-time, cloud-based financial reporting dashboards that give schools and districts complete visibility into ticket sales, revenue, and event data. With Hometown, you can also request automated weekly finance reports be sent directly to your inbox.

Do fans need to create an account to buy tickets?

No! Fans can easily purchase and access their tickets through the Hometown Fan App or the Hometown Website using just their phone number or email. There's no password needed; they'll simply verify their identity with a secure multi-factor authentication (MFA) process.

Are there any opportunities for sponsorship ads on my tickets?

Yes! Hometown supports custom branding and sponsorship placements, allowing you to feature local advertisers or school messages on your Box Office tickets.

How do I get started?

Schedule time with a Hometown expert to get started today!

Have general questions 
about Hometown?

Explore our FAQ to learn more about Hometown’s solutions or 
schedule a meeting with our sales team.

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