VenuWorks

10/08/2026

At Blue Cross Arena in Rochester, NY, two new checkout-free concession markets have helped reduce transaction times to under a minute while driving 40.8% revenue growth in their first five months.

A win for fans, venue operations, and the team making it happen.

Read more about the results! 👇
https://venuworks.com/our-story/news-events/just-walk-out-technology-drives-growth-at-blue-cross-arena

10/05/2026

A new chapter in leadership at VenuWorks.

Michael Silva has been named President and Chief Operating Officer, leading the day-to-day operations of VenuWorks as part of a planned leadership transition alongside founder and CEO Steve Peters.

Mike has been an important part of VenuWorks’ growth and success, and we’re excited to see his leadership continue in this expanded role.

Thanks to IAVM for sharing the news!

https://iavm.org/venuworks-names-michael-silva-president-and-chief-operating-officer/

09/23/2026

A new chapter is beginning at the Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg.

The Florida Orchestra has selected VenuWorks as its operating partner for the landmark waterfront venue.

Under the partnership, VenuWorks will support day-to-day operations including programming, marketing, ticketing, food & beverage, staffing, financial reporting and guest experience, working alongside The Florida Orchestra as it shapes the theater's artistic and cultural vision.

We're looking forward to helping this iconic venue continue to serve the St. Petersburg community for years to come.

Read more:
https://venuworks.com/our-story/news-events/the-florida-orchestra-selects-venuworks-as-partner-in-managing-the-mahaffey-theater

09/18/2026

30 years of great performances, memorable moments and community impact at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.

Booking Manager Merrill Miller recently joined WGN’s Spotlight Chicago to talk about the venue’s 30th anniversary, its history and what’s ahead on the schedule.

A great look inside one of the venues that makes up the VenuWorks family. 👇

The North Shore Center for the performing arts is celebrating 30 ye...

09/16/2026

A venue can be a lot of things. This Thursday, Oshkosh Arena will be a place for 1,400 volunteers to come together and help combat hunger locally.

09/03/2026

Did you know VenuWorks manages:

🎭 Theaters
🏟️ Arenas
🎶 Amphitheaters
🏀 Sports complexes
🏢 Convention centers
🌳 Community & outdoor venues
🎨 Art galleries
🦓 ...and even a zoo!

No two venues are exactly alike, and that's what makes our work so interesting.

We're proud to help venues become places where people come together.

08/26/2026

VenuWorks is pleased to welcome Jim Wynkoop, CVE, as Executive Director of the RiverCenter and Adler Theatre in Davenport, Iowa.

Read more:
https://venuworks.com/our-story/news-events/welcoming-jim-wynkoop-to-the-rivercenter-and-adler-theatre-as-executive-director

08/04/2026

Some of the best events don't just fill seats, they bring a community together.

Wi******er Nights brought eight Wi******er Avenue businesses together for an unforgettable evening of live music, themed drinks, local shopping, and community.

A special shoutout to Colby Rice, Marketing Director at Paramount Theater Ashland, who has made connecting our local businesses a priority. From hosting monthly meetings at The Paramount to building relationships that make events like this possible, her leadership continues to strengthen downtown Ashland. We're proud to be part of it.

07/23/2026

VenuWorks is pleased to welcome Numa Christopher Saisselin as Executive Director of the historic SunriseTheatre Fort Pierce.

Read more:
https://venuworks.com/our-story/news-events/venuworks-names-numa-saisselin-as-executive-director-of-the-historic-sunrise-theatre-in-fort-pierce

07/17/2026

VenuWorks is pleased to welcome Tim Seeberg, CVE, as the new Executive Director of the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa, Iowa.

Read more here: https://venuworks.com/our-story/news-events/venuworks-names-tim-seeberg-as-executive-director-of-ottumwas-bridge-view-center