How to Make a Concert Scrapbook

A concert scrapbook combines the physical proof—tickets, wristbands, photos—with written memories that give them meaning.

What to Include

• Ticket stubs or printed digital confirmations
• Wristbands
• Photos (printed or Polaroids)
• Setlists (handwritten or screenshots)
• Merch tags or receipts
• Posters, flyers, or handbills
• Handwritten memories and reflections

Layout Ideas

• One page or spread per show
• Include date, artist, venue, and who you attended with
• Leave space for captions and reflections
• Arrange chronologically or by artist/genre

Preservation Tips

• Use acid-free sleeves and tape to protect tickets and paper items
• Avoid rubber bands, paper clips, and regular tape
• Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight

See how to preserve old concert tickets for detailed preservation guidance.

Physical vs. Hybrid Approach

Some fans go fully physical with memorabilia and handwriting. Others print photos from their phone and combine with physical items. Either works, the goal is creating something you'll actually revisit.

Start Simple

A basic notebook with ticket stubs and one sentence per show is better than a perfect scrapbook you never start.

Further Reading

• What to do with old concert tickets
• What to do with concert wristbands
• What is a concert journal?

Skip the DIY

The Concerts Remembered Journal is a concert scrapbook with structure—prompts, pockets, and space for memorabilia already built in.

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