The Tivoli

What The Tivoli does

The Tivoli is a privately held entertainment venue operating since 1996 in Helsingborg, Sweden, legally organized as Köpenhamnskajen Drift AB (Org. 559132-6953). The business is housed in the relocated 1898 Ångfärjestationen steamship ferry station at Köpenhamnskajen 1, comprising the main concert hall (Stora Salen), The Container Stage outdoor venue, the year-round Vinylbaren restaurant (Sweden's first vinyl bar, launched 2006), and the seasonal Solsidan waterfront terrace. Its primary function is to host live entertainment — concerts (ticket prices ranging from 150-795 SEK), standup comedy (typically 250 SEK + service fee), sports viewings, bingo, and corporate/private events — combined with on-site food and beverage service and catering delivered via sister restaurant Bara Vara.

The company operates an event-driven go-to-market model. Tickets are sold primarily through thetivoli.se integrated with the Tickster platform, supplemented by physical outlets across Skåne (Väla Centrum, Dunkers Kulturhus, HepCat in Lund, Bogrens in Höganäs, Folk å rock in Malmö) and an on-site box office on concert days. Ancillary revenue streams include gift cards (Presentkort) sold in 250, 500, and 1000 SEK denominations via secure.tickster.com, a commemorative book (The Bok, published 2021), and table reservations via app.bokabord.se. Tech surface area is intentionally lean: no proprietary platform, mobile app, or AI; the venue relies on Tickster for ticketing, sqrd.se for a virtual tour, and standard email/website/social channels for marketing.

The Tivoli serves two principal customer segments: B2C live-entertainment seekers in the Helsingborg/Skåne region (with cross-border Swedish-Danish reach via Popkorn Nordic), and B2B corporate/private event organizers hiring the venue. Beyond ticketing and F&B, the business operates Popkorn Nordic — a Swedish-Danish artist development platform co-run with Studiefrämjandet Skåne-Blekinge, Skånsk Live, and Kulturvärftet — which selects six artists per year and feeds the brand's cultural credibility. After surviving a bankruptcy, MC gang conflicts, and the COVID-19 disruption, the venue is approaching its 30-year milestone in 2026 under the continued leadership of founder Hasse Jönsson.

Name

The Tivoli

Legal name

Köpenhamnskajen Drift AB

Website

https://thetivoli.se

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Tivoli is a 1996-founded live music and entertainment venue in Helsingborg, Sweden, operating from the historic 1898 Ångfärjestationen ferry station. It hosts concerts, standup comedy, and private events for regional consumers and corporate clients, supported by an on-site restaurant (Vinylbaren), seasonal terrace (Solsidan), and the Popkorn Nordic artist development program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Live Entertainment Venue

NAICS

Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries (711), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (7224), Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Live Music Venues & Concert Bars (THAFAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Neighborhood & Sports Bars (THAFAEAA), Rooftop Bars & Outdoor Nightlife Venues (MPAGAIAF)

Keywords

• Live music venue
• Concert entertainment
• Event hosting services
• Hospitality services
• Artist development

Headquarters

HQ city

Helsingborg

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Ticket sales: Revenue from concert, standup, and event tickets sold via Tickster online platform and physical outlets
2. Food & beverage: Restaurant and bar sales including à la carte menu, burgers, snacks, sandwiches, and outdoor terrace service
3. Gift cards: Presentkort sold at 250, 500, and 1000 SEK denominations for live experiences at The Tivoli
4. The Bok book sales: Commemorative book about The Tivoli's 25-year history sold at the venue and shipped
5. Catering services: Catering services offered in partnership with Bara Vara restaurant
6. Private events & corporate bookings: Venue hire for corporate rock events and private functions

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Tivoli operates a live entertainment venue in Helsingborg, Sweden, hosting live music concerts, standup comedy, bingo, sports viewings, corporate events, and private parties. The venue includes a full restaurant and bar operation (Vinylbaren), a seasonal outdoor terrace (Solsidan), catering services, gift cards, and the Popkorn Nordic artist development program, plus a commemorative book.

Product overview

The Tivoli is a single-entertainment-venue business offering a comprehensive entertainment experience in Helsingborg, Sweden. The core offering centers on live music concerts, stand-up comedy, and events in its main venue housed in a historic 1898 building. Supporting operations include Vinylbaren restaurant (Sweden's first vinyl bar, est. 1996), the seasonal Solsidan outdoor patio, catering services via partner Bara Vara, and gift cards. The company also publishes 'The Bok' commemorative book and operates the Popkorn Nordic talent development program. A VR tour option is available for virtual venue exploration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Vinylbaren: Sweden's first vinyl bar, established 1996, located at Köpenhamnskajen 1 featuring live music, DJ nights, and intimate rock lounge atmosphere.
• Solsidan
• Popkorn Nordic
• Popkorn

Products and services

• Live Concerts & Standup Events Live music concerts, standup comedy shows, bingo nights, and sports viewings hosted at the main venue (Stora Salen, Container Stage, Ångfärjeparken) at Köpenhamnskajen 1, Helsingborg. Tickets range from free entry to 795 SEK and are sold via Tickster, physical outlets, and the on-site box office.
• Vinylbaren (Restaurant & Bar) Sweden's first vinyl bar, offering a rock lounge dining experience with à la carte menu, burgers, snacks, and sandwiches, alongside live vinyl-based music programming. Reservations are managed via app.bokabord.se.
• Solsidan (Outdoor Terrace & Bar) Seasonal outdoor patio and bar area at the Helsingborg waterfront with panoramic views over the Öresund strait, featuring a live music stage at the pier during summer months.
• Catering Services Catering services offered for events and private functions in partnership with sister restaurant Bara Vara.
• Presentkort (Gift Cards) Gift cards available in denominations of 250, 500, or 1000 SEK, redeemable for concerts and events at The Tivoli (excluding external events). Purchased online via secure.tickster.com.

Quantifiable outcome

• Popkorn Nordic develops 6 selected artists/bands annually through live experience and networking opportunities

Named customers8 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

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Popkorn Nordic Partners (Studiefrämjandet, Skånsk Live, Kulturværftet)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Popkorn Nordic is a collaboration between The Tivoli, Studiefrämjandet Skåne-Blekinge, Skånsk Live, and Kulturværftet (Denmark) for artist development. The platform supports emerging artists with live experience, networking, and professional feedback. Supported by Helsingborgs kulturnämnd and Region Skåne.
• Bara VaraminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCatering partnership with sister restaurant Bara Vara for event catering services
• TickstercoreTechnology or IntegrationPrimary ticketing platform for online ticket sales; handles ticket distribution, customer service, and resale services (Tickster Resale)
• HamnfestminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Helsingborg's annual summer waterfront festival featuring live music programming at The Tivoli venue

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• AEG Presents: Global concert promoter and venue operator. Comparable as the other major incumbent in live touring that drives artist routing and ticket economics for venues the size of The Tivoli.
• Live Nation Entertainment: Global live entertainment company and concert promoter. Comparable as the dominant buyer/promoter of touring acts that play venues like The Tivoli; relevant for booking economics and competitive touring landscape.

Direct peers

• Debaser: Stockholm-based live music venue with integrated restaurant/bar operations. Directly comparable to The Tivoli in combining concerts, club nights, and dining under one brand, though operating in the larger Stockholm market.
• KB Kulturbolaget (Malmö): Iconic live music venue in Malmö with bar service. Closest Swedish direct peer — same genre mix, same Skåne-region catchment, similar venue-night-economy operating model.
• Sticky Fingers (Gothenburg): Gothenburg live music venue and bar/restaurant. Comparable combination of live concerts, F&B, and nightlife under a single operator in a comparable Swedish regional market.
• Nalen (Stockholm): Historic Stockholm live music venue with restaurant and event hosting. Comparable as a long-standing Swedish music venue combining concert programming, dining, and private/corporate events.
• Mejeriet (Lund): Live music and event venue in Lund, southern Sweden. Comparable as a mid-sized concert venue with bar operations serving a university-town catchment that overlaps The Tivoli's Skåne market.
• Pustervik (Gothenburg): Gothenburg-based live music venue with restaurant and bar service. Comparable mid-sized Swedish venue running a multi-format night program across ticket, food, and bar revenue.

Regional players

• Amager Bio (Copenhagen): Copenhagen concert venue operated in the Øresund region. Comparable mid-to-large capacity concert hall competing for the same touring artists that play The Tivoli's stage.
• Train (Copenhagen): Copenhagen-based live music venue. Comparable as a Nordic live-music venue in the same Øresund region; relevant given Popkorn Nordic's Danish (Sjælland) partnership and the cross-border catchment The Tivoli draws from.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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