Question 1

What is the "Wrigleyville Fake Sports Ticket Sales" scam in Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Around Wrigley Field on game days and near United Center before Blackhawks and Bulls games, scalpers sell counterfeit or already-used tickets to tourists and out-of-town fans. The fakes are increasingly convincing — printed with correct barcodes that only fail at the gate scanner. Victims are left outside the venue with no recourse after paying $50–$300 per ticket. Purchase tickets only from the official team box office, StubHub, or SeatGeek with buyer guarantees. Never buy from street sellers outside the stadium, even if the price seems fair. Ask the seller to scan the ticket in their own Ticketmaster app before handing over cash.

Question 2

What is the "Fake Architecture Boat Tour Tickets" scam in Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Individuals near the Chicago Riverwalk dock areas pose as representatives of legitimate architecture boat tour companies, selling tickets for tours that are inferior to advertised or non-existent. Victims pay upfront and are left waiting or given a much cheaper experience. Book architecture boat tours directly through the Chicago Architecture Center, Shoreline Sightseeing, or Wendella Boats using their official websites or actual ticket booth. Never purchase tickets from someone on the sidewalk.

Tour & Activity Scams in Chicago

Wrigleyville Fake Sports Ticket Sales

Fake Architecture Boat Tour Tickets

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