About VNC

VenuesNow Conference is the preeminent forum for live events, sports, and cultural venue owners and partners to discuss the current dynamics, share best practices, innovative initiatives and trends, and the future vision of the industry.  The conference offers three days of programming featuring topics ranging from content and bookings, hospitality, premium experiences, venue optimization, new trends in security, data, technology, and the diverse realities facing venues today.  New in 2025, VenuesNow features a half-day of curated content highlighting best practices in sustainability across all venue types, including how to manage energy, water, and waste effectively and the critical levers to ensure financial sustainability, corporate partnerships and guest experience.

FAQs 

WHO ATTENDS THE VENUESNOW CONFERENCE?

VenuesNow brings together the thought leaders, influencers, and visionaries who help us create a positive disruption in the sports and live entertainment venue industry. Over 80% of our audience holds the title of Director or above and is representative of various sectors of the business, with nearly 1000 in-person attendees.

WHAT DOES MY VENUESNOW REGISTRATION GIVE ME ACCESS TO?

• Three (3) full days of VenuesNow programming, to include a variety of keynotes, fireside chats, and panel discussions.
• Opening night reception
• Networking lunches + breaks
• Vendor exhibits
• Tour of regional venues and showcases of other local live entertainment facilities
• Access to negotiated rates at our host hotel. Information will be shared in your registration confirmation email.

WHERE WILL THE EVENT TAKE PLACE?

VenuesNow Conference 2025 is excited to welcome you to Resorts World in Las Vegas, Nevada, from September 9-11.

IS THERE A HOTEL ROOM BLOCK?

Yes, VenuesNow Conference attendees can book accommodations within our group room block. The room block is available for registered attendees only. Details will be provided in your registration confirmation email. Reservations are first-come, first-served, upon availability.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ATTENDING?

• Network with industry leaders in the sports and entertainment industry
• Be part of the discussion for ‘Positive Disruption.’
• Tour the local facilities and see the operational efficiencies in person
• Plan to stay a few extra days after the conference and make it a retreat for you and the family!

WILL I RECEIVE AN ATTENDEE LIST?

Attendees will be able to see and communicate with other attendees and guests in the VenuesNow app. During the registration process, you’ll have the opportunity to opt-out of networking, should you choose to stay digitally anonymous. The app will be launched prior to the event date.

CAN SOMEONE PICK UP MY REGISTRATION BADGE FOR ME?

All registrants are required to check in for themselves with valid identification.

WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE FOR THE CONFERENCE?

Business Casual

WHO DO I CONTACT FOR MEDIA INQUIRIES?

For media inquiries or media passes for the conference, contact Erik Stein at Scoop Marketing at estein@solters.com.

NOTE: For additional information, please refer to our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions under the Information tab.  All completed registrations are non-refundable.