Bridgestone Arena

What Bridgestone Arena does

Bridgestone Arena is a multi-purpose sports and entertainment venue located at 501 Broadway in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. Opened in 1996 and operated by Powers Management, L.L.C., the venue serves as the primary home of the NHL's Nashville Predators (since 1998) and hosts concerts, family shows, sporting events, and corporate functions, having hosted more than 27 million guests since opening. It is one of the busiest arenas in the United States, consistently ranked 4th-7th in US ticket sales, with 18 Pollstar Arena of the Year nominations and wins in 2014, 2017, and 2023, plus five IEBA Venue of the Year awards.

The venue's product surface spans premium seating experiences (501 Club, Lexus Lounge, California Closets Studio, luxury suites, Yuengling FLIGHT Deck, Opera/Loge Boxes, Bunker Suite), year-round and event-day dining (BetMGM Sports Lounge, Pete & Terry's Tavern, Hap & Harry's Taproom), event booking services, a Predators team store, and box office operations. Operational technology centers on cashless venue systems, Ticketmaster-exclusive digital ticketing with authorized Ticketmaster resale, mobile concessions/wayfinding via the NHL/Predators app, X-ray bag screening and metal-detector security, free SmashvilleFreeWifi public WiFi, and ChargeFUZE portable-charging kiosks at Sections 109, 207, and 328. The venue is also Sensory Inclusive certified and holds GDPR/COPPA-compliant privacy practices.

Revenue mechanics come from six streams: (1) transaction-fee ticket sales through Ticketmaster and an event-day-only on-site box office; (2) recurring and nightly premium seating/suite leases handled by a dedicated Premium Sales team; (3) food & beverage concessions operated by Delaware North (including BetMGM Sports Lounge); (4) parking operations across multiple facilities with Metropolis as official provider; (5) the Bridgestone naming rights royalty extended through 2030; and (6) advertising/sponsorship partnerships with brands including Dr Pepper, Nissan, Vanderbilt Health, and Tennessee Lottery. Long-term anchor agreements include the Nashville Predators NHL lease (since 1998), the SEC Men's Basketball Tournament through 2035, and recurring CMA and CMT Awards hosting. A multi-year capital renovation branded "Smashville's Next Stage: Broadway 2030" is currently underway.

Name

Bridgestone Arena

Legal name

Powers Management, L.L.C.

Website

https://bridgestonearena.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Bridgestone Arena is a multi-purpose sports and entertainment venue in downtown Nashville that hosts Nashville Predators NHL games, concerts, family shows, and corporate events, and has served more than 27 million guests since opening in 1996.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports & Entertainment Venue Operations

NAICS

Amusement Parks and Arcades (7131), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (7224)

SIC

Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Professional & Major League Stadiums (MPAKAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Sports Bars (CRANACAC)

Keywords

• Live entertainment venue
• Sports arena operations
• Premium seating services
• Event ticketing services
• Concession hospitality services

Headquarters

HQ city

Nashville, Tennessee

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Primary revenue stream through Ticketmaster platform for concerts, sports events, family shows, and special events. Box office sales available on event days.
2. Premium Seating & Suites: Luxury suites, club level seating, Lexus Lounge, 501 Club, California Closets Studio, and other premium experiences available for lease or nightly rental. Dedicated premium sales team handles corporate bookings.
3. Food & Beverage Concessions: Operated by Delaware North, including BetMGM Sports Lounge restaurant, Pete & Terry's Tavern, and numerous concession stands throughout the venue.
4. Parking Operations: Multiple parking facilities including attached garage and partnered lots. Metropolis is official parking provider. Additional revenue from partnered parking facilities.
5. Naming Rights: Bridgestone naming rights agreement extended through 2030 with Nashville Predators
6. Advertising & Sponsorship: Advertising partnerships with Dr Pepper, Nissan, Vanderbilt Health, Tennessee Lottery, and other brands displayed throughout the venue

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Bridgestone Arena is a multi-purpose live entertainment and sports venue in downtown Nashville that hosts NHL hockey games for the Nashville Predators, major concerts, family shows, and corporate/private events. The venue sells tickets, premium seating and luxury suites, on-site food and beverage, retail merchandise, and parking, and is available for private event rentals through its booking platform.

Product overview

Bridgestone Arena is a multi-purpose entertainment venue that serves as home to the NHL's Nashville Predators since 1998. The venue offers premium seating experiences including the 501 Club, Lexus Lounge, California Closets Studio, and luxury suites. On-site dining is available through BetMGM Sports Lounge and Pete & Terry's Tavern. Additional services include box office operations, arena booking for events and meetings, and the Predators Team Store for merchandise. The venue hosts concerts, sporting events, family shows, and corporate functions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• 501 Club Powered By UberDisplays: Premium seating area offering upscale dining experience at Bridgestone Arena.
• Yuengling FLIGHT Deck
• Lexus Lounge
• California Closets Studio
• Hap & Harry's Taproom
• BetMGM Sports Lounge
• Pete & Terry's Tavern

Products and services

• Premium Seating Venues (501 Club, Yuengling FLIGHT Deck, Lexus Lounge, California Closets Studio, Luxury Suites)

Quantifiable outcome

• 27+ million total guests hosted since 1996
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

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

• BridgestoneflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2030Naming rights partner with agreement extended through 2030. Bridgestone provides tire sponsorship and branding for the arena. The arena has borne the Bridgestone name since 1996.
• Nashville PredatorscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1998Primary NHL tenant since 1998. The Predators are the main sports anchor tenant hosting home games and maintaining the venue's year-round event calendar.
• TicketmastercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial and exclusive ticketing partner for Bridgestone Arena. All ticket sales for events go through Ticketmaster platform. Ticketmaster resale is the only authorized secondary market.
• Delaware NorthcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFood service and hospitality partner operating concessions, restaurants, and food services throughout the venue including Pete & Terry's Tavern.
• MetropoliscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial parking provider for Nashville Predators with numerous parking facilities conveniently located near Bridgestone Arena.
• LyftminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial Rideshare Partner of Bridgestone Arena and Nashville Predators. Code BRIDGESTONENASH provides 50% off first 2 rides up to $10 each.
• BetMGMcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorYear-round full-service dining unveiled as BetMGM Sports Lounge Restaurant & Bar at Bridgestone Arena. Premium sports lounge experience.
• Grand Hyatt NashvilleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred hotel partner for Bridgestone Arena events.
• Vanderbilt HealthcoreOthersMedical partner with first aid centers located on main and upper concourse near Section 111 and Section 311. Trained medical personnel on site for every event.
• NissanminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNissan Main Entrance branding at Bridgestone Arena corner location.
• MattelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHot Wheels Monster Trucks Live partnership between Mattel and Raycom-Legacy Content Company for touring family entertainment events.
• Fifth + Broadway GarageminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorParking partner located directly across from arena at 600 Broadway, available for all events.
• Pinnacle at Symphony Place GarageminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorParking facility at 150 3rd Avenue South near arena, available for advance purchase.
• Bill and Crissy HaslamminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSubmitted bid for WNBA franchise to be hosted at Bridgestone Arena (announced January 2024).

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• United Center: Chicago arena home to the NBA Bulls and NHL Blackhawks. Comparable as one of the largest and busiest arenas in the US, hosting NHL hockey, major concerts, and premium seating experiences at scale.
• Scotiabank Arena: Toronto arena home to the NBA Raptors and NHL Maple Leafs. Comparable as a dual-sport major-market arena with similar naming rights structure, premium seating, and concert touring business.
• PPG Paints Arena: Pittsburgh arena home to the NHL Penguins. Comparable as an NHL-anchored arena with naming rights sponsorship, premium seating suites, and touring concert programming at a similar mid-major market scale.
• Crypto.com Arena: Los Angeles-based multi-purpose arena home to the NBA Lakers, NHL Kings, and LA Sparks. Comparable as a Pollstar-ranked, award-winning major-market arena hosting NHL hockey, concerts, and premium hospitality experiences.
• State Farm Arena: Atlanta arena home to the NBA Hawks. Comparable as a recently renovated modern arena with premium hospitality offerings, sports lounge concepts, and high concert throughput in a Southeastern market.
• Little Caesars Arena: Detroit arena jointly home to the NBA Pistons and NHL Red Wings. Comparable as a dual-tenant arena with modern premium seating, multiple clubs/lounges, and a strong concert pipeline.
• Amalie Arena: Tampa arena home to the NHL Lightning. Comparable as a single-tenant NHL-focused arena with strong concert programming, premium seating, and food/beverage partnerships under a similar operational model.
• TD Garden: Boston arena home to the NBA Celtics and NHL Bruins. Comparable as a top-tier dual-tenant professional sports arena with concert programming, premium seating, and named-sponsor revenue model similar to Bridgestone's deal.

Broad incumbents

• Madison Square Garden (MSG): Iconic multi-purpose arena in New York City that is home to the NBA Knicks and NHL Rangers, hosts concerts, family shows, and corporate events. Directly comparable as a top-tier professional sports and entertainment venue competing for the same tier of touring acts.

Regional players

• Rupp Arena: Lexington, Kentucky arena that, like Bridgestone, hosts SEC Basketball Tournament games. Comparable as a mid-sized Southeastern arena competing for similar touring acts and event bookings in the regional market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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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