RUOFF MUSIC CENTER added Parking FEES.

If you plan to park at the venue, you will need to purchase one parking pass per vehicle. Parking options start at $20 per vehicle for general parking and may be purchased online in advance. To upgrade your night with easier entry and exit, go for Premier Parking or VIP Parking.

As an individual attending dozens of live performances every year, the additional fees that Ruoff Music Center places on ticket purchases have been an ongoing burden. Wanting to enrich my life with cultural experiences often comes with a high price tag when unnecessary charges are added to the original ticket costs. It isn't just about me, many music lovers are potentially being impeded from attending events due to these extra costs that can accumulate rapidly.

While concert venues like Ruoff Music Center are key in preserving and promoting the entertainment industry, the additional customer charges are threatening the very purpose of their existence. Evidence suggests that unexpected fees often dissuade potential attendees. A study by Statista in 2016 found that 56% of concert goers in the US didn't complete a ticket purchase due to extra fees (Statista, 2016). Therefore, eliminating these fees could potentially increase ticket sales and benefit all parties involved.

This petition is not requesting for general ticket prices to be reduced, but rather for the eradication of superfluous fees. Making this change will not just improve my concert-going experience, but it will also make live events more accessible for all music lovers on a tight budget.

We call on Ruoff Music Center to consider the logistics and the ethics of their ticketing fees and eliminate them. Increase transparency, maintain a loyal fan base, and encourage a more inclusive culture. Join us in this cause, sign this petition today.