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Skip the lobster rolls: Budget seats at Madison Square Garden are now as rare as a Knicks championship — and fans are finally saying enough is enough. Your wallet might not survive the next show you plan to see at the world’s most famous arena. After a recent price hike on “cheap” sections for concerts and games, many fans are watching the $200 nosebleed threshold get casually crossed. The pain hits hardest for families: four tickets to a routine event can now cost more than a monthly car payment, with fees tacked on at checkout that feel like a second ticket. Even the resale market is punishing, with fans reporting that the cheapest seats on apps like StubHub now start at prices that used to buy a decent dinner out. If you’re planning a trip to the arena this year, your best bet might be to check the schedule for weekday games or less popular acts — and even then, be ready to bring a bigger budget. The new normal? A night out at Madison Square Garden now feels like a luxury vacation for one night. You’ll want to save this story before your next ticket hunt.

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Skip the lobster rolls: Budget seats at Madison Square Garden are now as rare as a Knicks championship — and fans are finally saying enough is enough. Your wallet might not survive the next show you plan to see at the world’s most famous arena. After a recent price hike on “cheap” sections for concerts and games, many fans are watching the $200 nosebleed threshold get casually crossed. The pain hits hardest for families: four tickets to a routine event can now cost more than a monthly car payment, with fees tacked on at checkout that feel like a second ticket. Even the resale market is punishing, with fans reporting that the cheapest seats on apps like StubHub now start at prices that used to buy a decent dinner out. If you’re planning a trip to the arena this year, your best bet might be to check the schedule for weekday games or less popular acts — and even then, be ready to bring a bigger budget. The new normal? A night out at Madison Square Garden now feels like a luxury vacation for one night. You’ll want to save this story before your next ticket hunt.