Name

Crypto.com Arena

Legal name

Crypto.com Arena

Website

https://cryptoarena.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports & Entertainment Venue

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131), Spectator Sports (7112)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Arenas & Indoor Sports Centers (MPAKAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Arena & Stadium Operations (Large-Capacity Venues) (MPAGALAA)

Keywords

• Live event venue
• Sports entertainment
• Premium hospitality
• Ticket sales
• Arena operations

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Revenue from ticket sales for sporting events, concerts, and entertainment across 200+ annual events. Tickets sold through AXS platform and Ticketmaster.
2. Premium Hospitality: Revenue from suite ownership, premium seat memberships, Hyde Lounge, Lexus Club, Champions Suite, Delta SKY360 Club, and single-night suite rentals.
3. Food & Beverage Concessions: Revenue from food and beverage sales through Levy Restaurants partnership, including premium dining and suite catering.
4. Sponsorship & Partnerships: Revenue from founding partner relationships and category-exclusive sponsorships with brands including Crypto.com, American Express, Coca-Cola, Delta, Michelob Ultra, Spectrum, Toyota, UCLA Health, Yaamava', and Twilio.
5. Group Sales: Revenue from group ticket sales with discounts for groups of 10 or more, including exclusive fan experiences.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Crypto.com Arena is a premier sports and entertainment venue in Downtown Los Angeles that hosts 200+ events annually, including NBA, NHL, and WNBA games, concerts, award shows, and family entertainment. The venue operates as the home arena for the Los Angeles Lakers, LA Kings, and Los Angeles Sparks, while offering premium hospitality experiences (suites, clubs, memberships), group sales, VIP tours, and food & beverage concessions to fans and corporate clients.

Product overview

Crypto.com Arena is a premier sports and entertainment venue operating as a physical venue rather than a software product. The venue offers core ticketing through AXS with AXS Mobile ID for touchless mobile entry, supported by integrations with Twilio for customer engagement and TicketOS for premium ticket management. Premium hospitality offerings include suite ownership, Premier Seat memberships, Hyde Lounge, Lexus Club, Delta SKY360° Club, VIP Tours, and group sales packages. The venue has also integrated Evolv security screening technology for fan safety.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CryptoArenaSuites.com: Premium hospitality and suite ownership platform for booking event suites and memberships
• Star Plaza
• Chick Hearn Way
• Delta SKY360° Club
• Lexus Club
• Hyde Lounge
• Champions Suite

Products and services

• Crypto.com Arena Event Venue Premier sports and entertainment venue hosting 200+ events annually including NBA, NHL, and WNBA games, concerts, award shows, and family entertainment. Home to the Los Angeles Lakers, LA Kings, and LA Sparks.
• Premium Memberships (Suite Ownership & Premier Seats) Suite ownership and Premier Seat membership programs offering dedicated access to luxury suites, clubs, and premium hospitality experiences for fans and corporate clients on multi-year contracts.
• Hyde Lounge Premium VIP lounge experience within Crypto.com Arena offering exclusive lounge access, food and beverage service, and premium seating for arena events.
• Lexus Club Premium dining and hospitality club within Crypto.com Arena offering upscale food and beverage options for members and guests.
• Delta SKY360° Club Premium club experience within Crypto.com Arena featuring upscale amenities and hospitality services for arena guests.
• Champions Suite Premium suite experience within Crypto.com Arena offering exclusive luxury seating and hospitality services.
• VIP Tours Behind-the-scenes tours of newly renovated clubs, suites, and the locker room hallway, including stories from championship games and iconic performances at the arena.
• Group Sales Group ticket packages with discounted pricing for groups of 10 or more, preferred seating, unique fan experiences, and dedicated representatives for corporate outings and events.
• Crypto.com Arena Premium App Mobile application for Premium Members providing quick ticket access, streamlined arena entry, easier reservations, and mobile ordering capabilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 50 million guests since opening in 1999
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Evolv Technologies HoldingscoreTechnology or Integration · 14 April 2026Renewed and expanded multi-year partnership. Evolv Express concealed weapons detection systems deployed as Official Fan Screening Partner. Added Evolv eXpedite autonomous bag-screening system. Agreement brokered by AEG Global Partnerships.
• TwilioflagshipTechnology or Integration · 20 January 2026Multi-year strategic partnership making Twilio a Founding Partner of Crypto.com Arena. Twilio provides customer engagement technology including Segment, Programmable Messaging, and Verify across the venue, LA Kings, and AXS ticketing platform. Twilio becomes official away helmet partner of LA Kings.
• TicketOScoreTechnology or Integration · 18 September 2025Partnership with TicketOS to provide premium subscribers with streamlined ticket management. Integration with AXS combines venue expertise, ticketing technology, and workflow management for corporate suite owners and Premier Seat Members.
• AEG Global PartnershipscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAEG (Anschutz Entertainment Group) owns and operates Crypto.com Arena as part of its global portfolio of sports and entertainment venues.
• AXScoreTechnology or IntegrationOfficial ticketing platform and AXS Mobile ID technology provider for Crypto.com Arena. Primary ticketing partner for ticket sales and management.
• Levy RestaurantscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFood and beverage hospitality partner providing concessions, premium dining, and catering services. Curated Latin American-inspired menu for Grammy Awards 2026.
• Crypto.comflagshipOthersNaming rights partner for Crypto.com Arena. Official Founding Partner.
• American ExpressflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial Payment Partner and Founding Partner. Card Members can use American Express Venue Collection benefit with dedicated entrance, 10% statement credit enrollment, and Amex Presale Tickets. Reimagined American Express Lounge for Platinum Card Members.
• Coca-ColaflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial beverage partner. Exclusive beverage partner for AEG, instrumental in bringing r.World reusable cup program to the venue.
• Delta Air LinesflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial and Exclusive Global Commercial and Private Jet Carrier of L.A. LIVE, Crypto.com Arena, and LA Kings. Official Airline of Crypto.com Arena.
• Michelob UltraflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial beer partner of Crypto.com Arena.
• SpectrumcoreOthersProvides free venue-wide Spectrum Wi-Fi for guests.
• ToyotaflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial automotive partner of Crypto.com Arena.
• UCLA HealthflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial health partner with 'Keep on Rising' campaign partnership.
• Yaamava' Resort and Casino at San ManuelflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial casino partner of Crypto.com Arena.
• Marriott BonvoyflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial hotel partner offering discounted stays for Crypto.com Arena attendees at 30+ hotel brands.
• Musically FedminorOthersNonprofit partnership for sustainability initiative, redistributing leftover food from major events.
• Smash KitchenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOrganic condiment brand co-founded by Sameer Mehta, Sean Kane, and actor Glen Powell. Official partner of LA Kings and Crypto.com Arena. Condiments featured in exclusive spaces including VIP suites, Lexus Club, and Delta SKY360 Club.
• Pernod RicardflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial and exclusive spirits, wine, and champagne provider. Debuted arena signature cocktail 'Golden Hour' and specialty drinks including premium suite bar cart service.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• SoFi Stadium: SoFi Stadium in Inglewood is a larger-capacity venue hosting NFL games, major concerts, and the 2028 Olympics; it competes with Crypto.com Arena for the highest-grossing tour dates and large corporate-event bookings in the Los Angeles market.
• Kia Forum: Kia Forum in Inglewood is a recently renovated mid-sized arena owned by Steve Ballmer that competes for the same Los Angeles live-event market, particularly for concerts and touring acts that prefer its boutique capacity.
• Intuit Dome: Intuit Dome is the new home of the LA Clippers in Inglewood, opened in 2024. It is the most direct regional competitor to Crypto.com Arena for premium concerts, NBA-adjacent corporate spend, and Los Angeles fan wallet share.

Direct peers

• Barclays Center: Barclays Center in Brooklyn is the home of the Brooklyn Nets and New York Islanders, hosting a similar event mix of NBA/NHL games, concerts, and award shows; comparable urban arena business model with premium suites and founding-partner sponsorships.
• Scotiabank Arena: Scotiabank Arena in Toronto is home to the Raptors (NBA) and Maple Leafs (NHL) and serves as a major concert and live-event destination, mirroring Crypto.com Arena's tenant structure (NBA + NHL) and large-event calendar.
• TD Garden: TD Garden is the Boston home of the Celtics (NBA) and Bruins (NHL), with a comparable event calendar spanning hockey, basketball, concerts, and family shows — directly comparable in scale, tenant mix, and premium hospitality offerings.
• United Center: United Center in Chicago is the home of the Bulls (NBA) and Blackhawks (NHL), hosting a comparable mix of major concerts and arena events at a similar large capacity — a direct competitor for top-tier tour routing and corporate hospitality.
• T-Mobile Arena: T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas is operated by AEG and MGM and is home to the Vegas Golden Knights (NHL); comparable in operating partnership structure, premium-hospitality focus, and role as a marquee concert venue in a destination market.
• Chase Center: Chase Center is the Golden State Warriors' home in San Francisco and a comparable premium entertainment venue built around a single NBA franchise plus concerts and family shows, with similar premium-hospitality and suite programs.
• Madison Square Garden Sports / MSG Entertainment: Madison Square Garden is the most directly comparable U.S. arena — iconic multi-purpose venue hosting the Knicks and Rangers, major concerts, and award shows, with a similarly diversified ticketing/premium/sponsorship revenue model and long-tenured recurring events.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/cryptocomarena
• Facebookfacebook.com/cryptocomarena
• Instagraminstagram.com/cryptocomarena
• TikToktiktok.com/@cryptocomarena?lang=en
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cryptocomarena

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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