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American Express is returning with its third annual "Member Week," and for the first time, non-cardholders will be able to join in on some of the fun.
From Oct. 9 to 13, 2023, American Express cardholders will have access to a range of unique experiences and discounts, including a virtual performance by Olivia Rodrigo, exclusive presales to major sports and entertainment events and up to $375 in statement credits on select dining, retail, business and travel purchases with brands like Delta and Hilton.
Non-cardholders will be able to participate in some of the experiences and get a taste of Amex Membership with a free Member Week Pass.
Below, CNBC Select has the details on what you need to know about Amex Member Week and how you can take advantage.
American Express Member Week experiences
American Express is hosting an array of special experiences that will be accessible to both cardholders and non-cardholders who enrolled for a Member Week Pass.
Virtual Performance by Olivia Rodrigo
From Oct. 10 at 8 p.m. ET through Oct. 13 at 12 a.m. ET, you can score a virtual front-row seat to Olivia Rodrigo's performance of songs from her new album, "GUTS." The performance will be available to watch exclusively on YouTube during Member Week ahead of her global tour.
Outstanding in the Field Dinners
Foodies can indulge in enticing multi-course family-style dining experiences prepared by top local Resy restaurant chefs.
The first dinner is taking place on Oct. 11 in Austin, TX at the Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum with Chef Fermin Nunez of Suerte & Este, followed by one in Washington D.C. on Oct. 18 with Chefs Matt Conroy and Isabel Coss of Lutèce.
Tickets are available to cardholders and Member Week Pass holders for $275 per seat but note that space is limited. Tickets can now be purchased via Resy for the Austin event and will go on sale for Washington D.C. starting Oct. 10.
Meet & Greet at Topgolf
Golf fans will have the chance to meet and play with professional golfers at a Topgolf location in Las Vegas on Oct. 10 and in Miami on Oct. 12.
Eligible cardholders can also earn a statement credit for Topgolf purchases at locations nationwide (terms apply).
Hypebeast and Amex Art of Travel Collection
In partnership with Hypebeast and artist James Jarvis, American Express is giving cardholders and Member Week Pass holders an opportunity to purchase travel essentials and luggage decals.
The collection will go on sale starting Oct. 10 on the Hybeweast website.
Limited-time cardholder discounts and perks
Throughout the week, personal and business American Express cardholders will be able to take advantage of various discounts and perks. According to the issuer, there will be up to $375 in statement credits offered from Oct. 9 to 13 across retail, dining and business spending categories, as well as special travel deals. Note that you'll have to manually enroll for many of the promotions through Amex Offers. Terms apply to all offers.
Dining
Eligible cardholders may enroll to get a $25 statement credit after spending $75 or more at more than 200 Resy restaurants across the country. The $25 statement credit offer will be available to use twice, giving a total value of $50.
Travel
Those with co-branded Delta American Express cards, such as the Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card and Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card, can earn travel credits with an eligible international flight purchase through Delta.com.
Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card
Rewards
Earn 2X Miles on Delta purchases, at U.S. Supermarkets and at restaurants worldwide, including takeout and delivery in the U.S., and 1X Mile per dollar on all other eligible purchases
Welcome bonus
Earn 40,000 bonus miles after you spend $2,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months.
Annual fee
$0 introductory annual fee for the first year, then $99
Intro APR
None
Regular APR
20.99% - 29.99% variable
Balance transfer fee
N/A
Foreign transaction fees
None
Credit needed
Excellent/Good
See rates and fees, terms apply.
Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card
Rewards
Earn 3X miles on Delta purchases and purchases made directly with hotels; 2X miles at restaurants worldwide including takeout and delivery in the U.S., and at U.S. supermarkets; 1X miles on all other eligible purchases
Welcome bonus
Earn 50,000 bonus miles after you spend $3,000 in purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months.
Annual fee
$250
Intro APR
None
Regular APR
20.99% - 29.99% variable
Balance transfer fee
N/A
Foreign transaction fees
None
Credit needed
Excellent/Good
See rates and fees, terms apply.
For all other cardholders itching to book a getaway, American Express will release special offers on flights and cruises booked through Amex Travel. There will be discounts on airlines like Lufthansa and Qatar Airways and on 17 cruise lines, including Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Seabourn Cruise Line and Silversea.
Eligible cardholders can also earn an $80 statement credit after spending $200 or more at select Hilton properties and booking through Hilton.com (card exclusions apply).
Retail
Cardholders may be able to enroll in Amex Offers from brands like Bose, Dell, Hydro Flask, Levi's, Revolve, Shiseido, Sunglass Hut and Vuori.
Entertainment
Cardholders can take advantage of exclusive presale access to popular sports and entertainment events, including the Coachella music festival, LCD Soundsystem's NYC Residency and the 2024 US Open Golf Championship.
Business
For the first time, American Express is offering exclusive Member Week offers for small business owners. Business cardholders can stretch their spending with up to $165 in total value on select purchases from Docusign, Hertz®, Instacart Business (card exclusions apply), Lowe's and Squarespace.
Cards that qualify for American Express Member Week
All U.S. American Express business and personal cardholders are eligible for Member Week, though certain offers are geared towards specific cards, such as the discount for eligible co-branded Delta SkyMiles American Express cards. If you don't currently have an American Express card, you can apply for one of the cards below.
American Express® Gold Card
Rewards
4X Membership Rewards® points at Restaurants (plus takeout and delivery in the U.S.) and at U.S. supermarkets (on up to $25,000 per calendar year in purchases, then 1X), 3X points on flights booked directly with airlines or on amextravel.com, 1X points on all other purchases
Welcome bonus
Earn 60,000 Membership Rewards® points after you spend $6,000 on eligible purchases with your new Card within the first 6 months of Card Membership.
Annual fee
$250
Intro APR
Not applicable
Regular APR
See Pay Over Time APR
Balance transfer fee
N/A
Foreign transaction fee
None
Credit needed
Excellent/Good
See rates and fees, terms apply.
Read our American Express® Gold Card review.
The Platinum Card® from American Express
Rewards
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® Points for flights booked directly with airlines or with American Express Travel up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year, 5X Membership Rewards® Points on prepaid hotels booked with American Express Travel, 1X points on all other eligible purchases
Welcome bonus
Earn 80,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 on purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Apply and select your preferred metal Card design: classic Platinum Card®, Platinum x Kehinde Wiley, or Platinum x Julie Mehretu.
Annual fee
$695
Intro APR
None
Regular APR
See Pay Over Time APR
Balance transfer fee
N/A
Foreign transaction fee
None
Credit Needed
Excellent/Good
See rates and fees, terms apply.
Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express
Rewards
6% cash back at U.S. supermarkets on up to $6,000 per year in purchases (then 1%), 6% cash back on select U.S. streaming subscriptions, 3% cash back at U.S. gas stations, 3% cash back on transit (including taxis/rideshare, parking, tolls, trains, buses and more) and 1% cash back on other purchases. Cash Back is received in the form of Reward Dollars that can be redeemed as a statement credit.
Welcome bonus
Earn a $250 statement credit after you spend $3,000 in purchases on your new card within the first 6 months.
Annual fee
$0 intro annual fee for the first year, then $95.
Intro APR
0% for 12 months on purchases from the date of account opening
Regular APR
19.24% - 29.99% variable. Variable APRs will not exceed 29.99%.
Balance transfer fee
Either $5 or 3% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater.
Foreign transaction fee
2.7%
Credit needed
Excellent/Good
See rates and fees, terms apply.
The Blue Business® Plus Credit Card from American Express
Rewards
Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on everyday business purchases up to $50,000 per year, then 1X point per dollar
Welcome bonus
Earn 15,000 Membership Rewards® points after you spend $3,000 in eligible purchases on the Card within your first 3 months of Card Membership.
Annual fee
$0
Intro APR
0% for 12 months on purchases from date of account opening
Regular APR
18.49% - 26.49% variable; APRs will not exceed 29.99%
Balance transfer fee
N/A
Foreign transaction fee
2.7%
Credit needed
Excellent
See rates and fees, terms apply.
The American Express Blue Business Cash™ Card
Rewards
Earn 2% cash back on all eligible purchases on up to $50,000 per calendar year, then 1% cash back earned is automatically credited to your statement
Welcome bonus
Earn a $250 statement credit after you make $3,000 in purchases on your Card in your first 3 months.
Annual fee
$0
Intro APR
0% for 12 months on purchases from date of account opening
Regular APR
18.49% - 26.49% variable; APRs will not exceed 29.99%
Balance transfer fee
Foreign transaction fee
2.7%
Credit needed
Excellent
See rates and fees and our methodology, terms apply.
Bottom line
American Express offers valuable travel rewards and cash-back credit cards to consumers and business owners and is adding even more opportunities to save money with Member Week. Even non-cardholders can enjoy some of this year's Member Week offerings, including access to a virtual performance by Olivia Rodrigo.
However, before participating in any of these promotions, be sure you're not overspending just to earn a discount or credit card rewards. Using a budget can help you ensure that you aren't spending outside of your means or deter you from accomplishing your financial goals.
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