Celtic FC Opens 2025/26 Season Ticket Renewals Amid Price Hike and High Demand

Celtic FC Season Ticket Renewal: A Price Hike, Strong Demand, and Family Focus

Celtic fans barely had time to catch their breath after the last campaign before the club announced its 2025/26 season tickets were up for grabs. This year’s renewal window comes with a familiar buzz, but also a bit of sticker shock for many. Adult prices now range from £608 and up—a 5-8% increase compared to last year—prompted by rising matchday costs and updated living wage rules. The increase, while not wild in the context of British football, still stings for some regulars who’ll notice an extra £30-£45 on their annual outlay, depending on where they sit at Celtic Park.

What does this buy? Each adult season ticket covers all 19 Scottish Premiership home matches. But there’s a catch: Champions League play-off games aren’t part of the package. Supporters eager to catch a European night in Glasgow’s east end will need to buy those tickets separately, a point that’s sparked grumbling in fan forums. The club says this move helps manage varying fixture schedules and spiralling competition costs.

Prioritizing Young Supporters and Family Affordability

Despite the bump in adult pricing, Celtic made sure their youngest fans weren’t priced out. For under-13s, season tickets remain a flat £50, though Old Firm derbies aren’t included at that price. Teens in the 13-18 bracket pay between £105 and £159, depending on the stand. That’s still less than half of many other Premiership clubs charge, and the club’s been clear: keeping kids in the game is a non-negotiable priority for the board. The hope, of course, is that affordable youth options keep the stadium buzzing beyond just the big fixtures.

When it comes to families, the club says it’s walking a tightrope. On one side, there’s the real strain of higher electricity bills, stadium upkeep, and complying with higher wage standards for staff. On the other, there’s the fear of pricing loyal supporters out, especially those who’ve stuck by the club through roller-coaster seasons.

Renewal this year happens exclusively online via the club’s Eticketing platform. With the May 30 deadline looming, season ticket holders must not only pay the new rates, but update their contact info and opt-in preferences for ‘My Celtic Network’—the club’s digital loyalty and engagement hub.

After the deadline passed, Celtic reached out to around 18,000 hopefuls stuck on a notoriously long waiting list. Despite the outreach, only a fraction of those fans are likely to score a seat. High renewal rates—helped by the club’s recent on-pitch success—mean chances are slim for newcomers or those who let their spot lapse.

The club isn’t ignoring the frustration. Fans have continued to push for a bigger ground or more flexible ticketing. While there’s no hard news yet about expanded capacity, Celtic insists supporter engagement is at the core of its strategy. Suggestions from focus groups, surveys, and direct feedback are being considered for future ticketing models.

For now, Celtic’s faithful face a familiar scramble—not just to get tickets, but to navigate rising costs and changing options. One thing’s clear: demand in Glasgow remains fierce, and every seat in Parkhead remains a ticket to much more than just football.