Leading Companies in the Global Events Industry Market, Supported by Growing Customer Spending on Music Festivals and Sports Events

The global events industry market reached a value of about USD 1406.0 billion in 2023. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% in the forecast period of 2024-2032 to reach around USD 2,230.8 billion by 2032. As per the analysis by Expert Market Research, the market is expected to be driven by the growing customer spending on music festivals and sports events.

An event encompasses an organised gathering aimed at fulfilling specific purposes, ranging from entertainment to education, including seminars and trade shows. The events sector encompasses the coordination, promotion, and sponsorship of various gatherings such as meetings, conventions, and parties. It is a vibrant industry orchestrating events of all sizes, from intimate gatherings to large-scale corporate functions, spanning concerts, conferences, and exhibitions. Event management and planning are central to the industry, incorporating tasks like budgeting, venue selection, and scheduling.

The events industry market growth is fuelled by increased consumer expenditure on music festivals and sporting events. Additionally, audiences are increasingly willing to invest in live performances, such as music concerts held in various international venues, contributing to the market's upward trajectory.

Event organisers are embracing innovative solutions to streamline processes such as seat booking, marketing, and event registration, thereby improving overall cost efficiency. The adoption of technological solutions like event management platforms is on the rise, simplifying various aspects of event planning, management, and execution. These solutions offer a centralised platform, empowering organisers to efficiently oversee key tasks, manage information, and facilitate communication channels. 

In November 2023, Sparkup, a leading audience engagement platform, announced the official launch of Sparkup Events, an end-to-end event management solution. The platform, designed for flexibility, enabled organizers to plan and manage events of any size, format, or complexity. Combining event management solutions with audience engagement tools, Sparkup offered a comprehensive 360° platform. Sparkup Events facilitated targeted email campaigns, customisable registration forms, branded event websites, attendee journey personalisation, ticket management, networking facilitation, data analysis, and more, ensuring a seamless experience for event professionals and attendees alike.

Top 10 Events Industry Companies in the World:

ATPI Ltd.

The ATPI Group, a global leader in corporate travel and events solutions, serves diverse sectors globally.  From ATPI Corporate Travel and Direct ATPI to specialised branches like ATPI Marine & Energy, ATPI Mining & Resources, ATPI Corporate Events, and ATPI Sports Events, the group prioritises customer requirements. With decades of experience, sector-specific expertise, and advanced technology, ATPI delivers required solutions globally. With a global presence spanning 100+ service locations, the company offers consistent high standards around offices globally while ensuring expert assistance access to clients across all continents.

Triumph Group International S.P.A. Benefit Company

Triumph Group International is a network of companies with a community of individuals dedicated to the art of event communication. With diverse skills working synergistically, the group has thrived for 30 years, collaborating with clients to deliver innovative solutions. The company’s expertise extends to creating engaging experiences, executing seamlessly through logistics, technical prowess, and an ever-evolving digital approach. The company has managed 6,800 with 7,500,000 guests involved along with 3,600,000 sqm exhibition managed, with a workforce of 150 multiskilled professionals.

Reed Exhibitions Limited

RX, a subsidiary of RELX, specialises in constructing businesses for individuals, communities, and organisations. Leveraging the synergy of face-to-face events, data, and digital products, RX empowers customers to explore markets, source products, and conduct transactions. Committed to creating impactful experiences, RX embraces digital opportunities to foster growth for clients, whether in-person or virtually. The company offers information about markets, source products and complete transactions at over 400 events in 22 countries across 42 industry sectors including aerospace, automotive, energy, healthcare, and travel. The Group operates in more than 180 countries with offices in about 40 countries while employing over 33,000 individuals.

GL events Group

With over 40 years of expertise, GL events is a key player in major event markets, offering comprehensive services in congresses, conventions, cultural, sporting, and corporate events. Specialising in each area, the group engages in all event aspects, from conceptualization to on-site implementation. Operating globally, it serves public and private clients, contributing to regional attractiveness and economic development by managing venues and organising events with a dynamic and ambitious approach. The company has offices and venues on five continents and in more than 20 countries while employing 5,119 individuals.

BCD Meetings & Events

BCD Meetings & Events specialises in crafting digital and live experiences that forge connections between organisations and their key stakeholders. With over 35 years of expertise through the parent company, BCD Group in event design and strategic meetings management, their global network collaborates closely with clients to deliver tailored solutions aligning with strategic goals. The company focuses on the user journey through creating impactful moments. The company works alongside BCD Travel and Advito to achieve sustainability goals through the global sustainability management system that incorporates six focus areas, including governance, ethics and compliance; workplace practices; environment; sustainable procurement; service performance and charity and community support.

Anschutz Entertainment Group, Inc.

AEG, with over two decades of success, stands as the global leader in sports and live entertainment. Fuelled by a network of influential sports franchises, music brands, and integrated entertainment districts, AEG emphasises a harmonious blend of creative and business excellence. AEG's global reach, facilitated by subsidiaries like AEG Europe and AEG Asia, offers unparalleled sports, music, and live entertainment experiences globally. The company presents statistics that includes 160+ million guests, 10,000+ shows promoted, 22,000+ live events, 350+ venues owned, operated or affiliated with AEG, 25+ music festivals 50+ sports franchises owned or hosted at AEG-affiliated venues, and 15 out of the top 20 owned and affiliated arenas.

ASM Global

ASM Global stands as the premier venue management and live event producer globally, overseeing critical stadiums, arenas, convention centres, and theatres. With a focus on content programming and revenue optimisation, ASM Global utilises cutting-edge data-driven marketing for maximum value. Beyond venues, the company embraces corporate social responsibility through initiatives like ASM Global Acts, emphasising social equity, global sustainability, DE&I, local purchasing, and green innovations. Presenting a portfolio of 350+ top-tier venues globally, the company manages and invests in vital stadiums, arenas, convention centres, theatres, and entertainment districts. An annual production of 20,000 live events attracts a staggering 164 million guests, showcasing the company's impactful presence in the live event and venue management industry.

CTS EVENTIM AG & Co. KGaA

CTS EVENTIM stands as a global leader in ticketing services and live entertainment, marketing tickets through its systems, including online platforms like eventim.de and ticketone.it. The group, encompassing entities like Rock am Ring and Lucca Summer, ranks third globally among promoters according to Pollstar's 2022 rankings. Its diverse portfolio underscores its significant presence in the concert, tour, and festival promotion sector. CTS EVENTIM manages prestigious European venues like Cologne's LANXESS Arena and London's EVENTIM Apollo. Annually, around 250 million tickets are marketed through their comprehensive systems, blending traditional, online, and mobile channels.

Clarion Events Ltd.

Clarion is a global event organiser with a diverse portfolio spanning vertical markets. Renowned for innovative and market-leading events, Clarion facilitates connectivity and business insights for buyers and sellers. Through exhibitions, conferences, tradeshows, and websites, they empower clients to target new business, showcase products, deepen client relationships, and discover opportunities. With 950+ employees across 13 global offices, Clarion specialises in delivering marketing, networking, and information solutions in high-value sectors. The company has expertise across mature and emerging geographies, providing services to connect businesses, foster collaboration, and offer crucial insights in various markets.

Cvent Inc.

Cvent, a global leader in meetings, events, and hospitality technology, empowers suppliers and venues to enhance group and transient business. Its software optimises marketing, sales, and operations for event planners and marketers, providing solutions for online registration, venue selection, event management and marketing, as well as virtual, hybrid, and onsite experiences, along with attendee engagement tools. The company has 4,800+ employees globally with 300,000+ hotels and venues listed on Cvent Supplier Network® while 6M+ events managed since its foundation.