As the best from the American League and National League battle it out for postseason glory, be sure to browse the Vivid Seats marketplace for a vast assortment of 2026 MLB Playoff tickets on sale throughout the journey to the Fall Classic. From the sudden-death Wild Card showdowns, best-of-five NLDS and ALDS, and seven-game NLCS and ALCS, Vivid Seats is pleased to provide fans with a multitude of options from the MLB playoff schedule as the pennant races begin to heat up across the nation throughout October.

To get started shopping online, click your preferred team from the list above and then on the following page, browse through the available listings that are typically displayed according to date. All confirmed purchases are covered by both a 100% Buyer Guarantee as well as WIN-Surance, which provides customers with a full refund for any unplayed postseason games you may have purchased tickets to. Should your squad make a deep run in the postseason, Vivid Seats is also proud to offer World Series tickets 2026 for baseball’s always thrilling grand finale.

MLB Postseason Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MLB postseason schedule?

The road to the 2026 World Series is set. Here is a breakdown of the 2026 MLB playoff schedule:

Wild Card Series: Sept. 29 – Oct. 1
Division Series (NLDS & ALDS): Oct. 3 – Oct. 9/10 (if necessary)
Championship Series (NLCS & ALCS): Oct. 11/12 – Oct. 19/20 (if necessary)
World Series: Oct. 23 – Oct. 31 (if necessary)

When do MLB postseason tickets go on sale?

MLB postseason tickets are on sale now! Teams often make MLB playoff tickets available to certain fans and season ticketholders even before they clinch a berth in the playoffs.

Can I buy last-minute MLB playoff tickets?

As a MLB Authorized Ticket Marketplace, Vivid Seats is the best place to buy last-minute MLB postseason tickets up until first pitch. Checking the marketplace close to game time is a great way to find last-minute availability at a range of price points.

What is the 2026 MLB playoff bracket?

Each league's top two spots belong to the division champions with the strongest overall records. Those teams earn a bye through the wild-card round and home-field advantage in the division series. If the season ended today, here is how the 2026 MLB playoff bracket would look:

American League

Byes: No. 1 Rays, No. 2 Guardians
Wild Card Series: No. 3 Astros vs. No. 6 White Sox, No. 4 Yankees vs. No. 5 Red Sox

National League

Byes: No. 1 Brewers, No. 2 Dodgers
Wild Card Series: No. 3 Braves vs. No. 6 Phillies, No. 4 Cubs vs. No. 5 Padres

How much do MLB playoff tickets cost?

Vivid Seats will have MLB playoff tickets at a number of price points. MLB playoff ticket prices vary widely based on the round, matchup and seat location. Wild Card round tickets tend to be the most accessible.

How does Vivid Seats handle tickets for contingent playoff games that aren't played?

If you purchase tickets through Vivid Seats to a playoff game that is contingent on the results of other games, and that game is not played, you will receive a full refund automatically to your original payment method. Most of these games will include "TBD" or "If Necessary" in the event name.

What time do gates open for the MLB playoffs?

For special events like the MLB playoffs, gates typically open about two hours before the scheduled game time, giving fans plenty of time to enter the ballpark before the first pitch.

Is Vivid Seats legit for MLB playoff tickets?

Yes, Vivid Seats is legit for MLB playoff tickets. As an Authorized Ticket Marketplace of MLB, transactions are backed by the league, so fans can trust that what they're buying is authentic. With seamless integration with the MLB Ballpark app and a 100% Buyer Guarantee, Vivid Seats is a trusted destination for MLB playoff tickets.