JED Events | Eventlocation

What JED Events | Eventlocation does

JED Events | Eventlocation is a premium single-site event venue operated by BUZZ Entertainment AG in a converted former NZZ (Neue Z\u00fcrcher Zeitung) printing hall in Schlieren, on the outskirts of Zurich, Switzerland. The campus comprises seven event spaces \u2014 Eventhalle (up to 640 guests in concert seating), Foyer J, Eve's Kitchen restaurant, Offset (240m\u00b2, up to 180 guests), Bridge, Taverne, and JED Park outdoor area (up to 1,500 guests) \u2014 plus meeting rooms accessed through a partnership with The Branch. The venue delivers events as a single-source provider, combining in-house gastronomy (external caterers are not permitted), full event technology infrastructure (LED video wall, professional audio, show lighting, and broadcast capability executed via partner Winkler Livecom), and furniture/decoration services, with a mandatory on-site technician model for any external technical providers.

The company serves two primary segments: corporate/business events (congresses, conferences, product launches, award shows, general meetings, employee summer/Christmas parties) for enterprise clients including Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Electrolux, Swisscom, McKinsey, Julius B\u00e4r, PostFinance, LGT, Helsana, and others; and private events, principally weddings and family celebrations, with packages starting at CHF 150 per person. Go-to-market is exclusively direct sales via website inquiry, personalized consultation, and bespoke quoting \u2014 there is no self-serve online booking. Pricing is package-based (up to 12-hour base) with itemized overages (additional hours, storage, waste, mandatory technician supervision at CHF 115/hour, 15% commission on external technician invoices), and a standard 70% deposit is required at contract signing. Distribution is domestic to Switzerland, with international client reach supported by proximity to Zurich Airport (10 km). The company has been recognized with the Swiss Location Award "outstanding" tier for four consecutive years (2022\u20132025) and maintains a curated partner ecosystem across design, entertainment, hotel, and F&B categories.

Name

JED Events | Eventlocation

Legal name

BUZZ Entertainment AG

Website

https://jed-events.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

JED Events is a premium Zurich-area event venue in a converted NZZ printing hall, offering 7 event spaces with in-house catering and integrated event technology. It serves corporate clients (congresses, product launches, corporate parties) and private clients (weddings, family celebrations) via direct sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Venue Services

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (711310), Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Multipurpose Event Center Operations (Civic Centers, Community Event Complexes) (MPAGALAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Special Effects (Pyro, Lasers, Confetti, Fog) (MPAGAKAF), Venue Guest Services & Front-of-House Operations (Ushers, Box Office, Accessibility) (MPAGALAK)

Keywords

• Event venue rental
• Corporate event hosting
• Event catering services
• Conference venue rental
• Wedding event location

Headquarters

HQ city

Schlieren

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Venue Rental: Revenue generated from renting event spaces (Eventhalle, Foyer J, Eve's Kitchen, Offset, Bridge, Taverne, JED Park, Meeting rooms) to corporate and private clients. Rental agreements are structured with base packages and additional hourly charges beyond 12-hour event duration. Pricing is quote-based and determined per event.
2. In-House Catering & Gastronomy: All food and beverage at JED Events is provided exclusively by the in-house gastronomy team. This includes gala dinners, receptions, flying dinners, buffets, seminar catering, live cooking, street food, bar service, and custom menus. Clients can bring their own wedding cake (plate fee charged) and wine (corkage fee charged).
3. Event Technology Services: Technical services including on-site venue technicians (obligatory when external tech partners are used at CHF 115/hour), commission on external technician invoices (15%), and all technical installations (electrical, gas, water) through BUZZ's contracted suppliers.
4. Additional Services & Logistics: Charges for storage (CHF 50 per pallet, CHF 20 per day from day 3), waste disposal (CHF 100 per container), SUISA licensing administration, security personnel, shuttle services, and external venue technicians requiring mandatory BUZZ venue technician supervision.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

JED Events operates a multifunctional event venue on a converted former NZZ (Neue Zürcher Zeitung) printing hall campus in Schlieren, Zurich, offering seven distinct event spaces (Eventhalle, Foyer J, Eve's Kitchen, Offset, Bridge, Taverne, JED Park) plus meeting rooms that together accommodate 20 to 1,500 guests. The company sells integrated event packages combining venue rental, in-house gastronomy (mandatory for all events), and full event technology services through partner Winkler Livecom, serving both corporate clients (congresses, conferences, product launches, award shows) and private clients (weddings, family celebrations).

Product overview

JED Events operates a portfolio of 7 event venue spaces plus meeting rooms at its Zurich-area campus in Schlieren, Switzerland — a converted industrial site formerly used as the NZZ (Neue Zürcher Zeitung) printing works. The core venue spaces include the Eventhalle (the main hall with full theatrical infrastructure, up to 640 guests), Foyer J (reception/foyer space included with Eventhalle), Eve's Kitchen (on-site French-inspired restaurant, 130 additional terrace seats), Offset (240 m² plug-and-play banquet/conference hall, up to 180 guests), Bridge (connecting space between building sections), Taverne (intimate room), and JED Park (outdoor area, up to 1,500 guests). Meeting rooms are available via a partnership with The Branch. Beyond venue rental, JED Events provides three in-house service pillars: Gastronomy (full in-house catering — no external caterers permitted), Technology (full technical infrastructure via Winkler Livecom, covering live/hybrid/virtual events), and Furniture/Decoration. The company also offers dedicated event formats including congresses, conferences, seminars, summer parties, Christmas parties, product launches, award shows, general meetings, anniversary celebrations, and weddings — all served from these same physical spaces.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Eventhalle (Event Hall)

Named customers20 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Winkler LivecomcoreTechnology or IntegrationWinkler Livecom AG is JED Events' primary partner for live communication and event technology. They provide on-site venue technicians, professional lighting, audio, and video production. They are the exclusive technical provider for all technical installations (electrical, gas, water) and external technicians must book the BUZZ venue technician as a mandatory liaison.
• dine&shinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCatering partner for events outside the JED campus, offering perfectly organized, creatively staged, and outstanding culinary experiences for events held at external venues.
• Casa del VinominorOthersWine specialist partner based in Dietikon, offering extensive expertise and first-class consulting on wine. Portfolio includes Spanish wines, Italian, French, Swiss, and international selections.
• Brauerei SchützengartenminorOthersTraditional brewery partner focused on respectful, traditional brewing in harmony with nature. Supplies a range of aromatic beers brewed with hops, malt, water, and yeast.
• SoyanaminorOthersPlant-based organic food producer from Schlieren since 1981. The JED kitchen team creates dishes from Soyana products that guests love.
• Fischzucht BremgartenminorOthersLocal fish farm supplying rainbow, brook, and salmon trout as well as char, all raised in fresh spring water with organic feed. Provides local, sustainable, high-quality fish specialties.
• Neuerdings EventdesigncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading event design agency for large decorations and visual design, completing over 200 events per year with clients. JED Events refers clients seeking agency support to Neuerdings.
• Party.Rent SwissminorOthersEvent equipment rental partner based in Basel supplying the whole of Switzerland. Offers extensive inventory for events, trade fairs, and offices with high stock levels and own fleet for flexible responses.
• TablerockersminorOthersAgency for premium DJs and musicians with a network of over 40 professionals across Switzerland, providing exceptional music and atmosphere for events.
• Sam EntertainmentminorOthersPersonalized photo app enabling event guests to collect and share authentic photos and videos. Private invitation links provide access to event albums.
• PhotobusminorOthersStylish photobooth on four wheels that transforms any event into an unforgettable highlight with branded experiences. Also available as a classic photo booth.
• Vision InspiresminorOthersPartner for customized advertising, corporate, and event films. Helps clients perfectly stage their messages at events or document events according to their wishes.
• Catering & Event Services GmbHminorOthersHigh-quality rental equipment for events based in Schlieren. Experienced experts from the hospitality industry with extensive know-how.
• Vier Jahreszeiten FleuristeminorOthersFloral decoration partner creating enchanting event decorations with selected flowers and a keen eye for special room design for every occasion.
• Hotel TivoliminorOthersHotel in Schlieren directly opposite JED Events, offering 60 freshly renovated rooms, a cozy lobby, and relaxed atmosphere. Provides 24/7 service and breakfast buffet. Shuttle service available.
• Mercure Zürich CityminorOthersMercure hotel in Altstetten, reachable via Limmattalbahn (stops 'Wagonsfabrik' and 'Bahnhof Altstetten'). Offers rich breakfast buffet, 24/7 mini market, wellness and fitness area, and outdoor terrace. Shuttle service available.
• 25hours Hotel Zürich WestminorOthersHotel approximately 10 minutes by car from JED Events, with 126 colorful rooms, fully equipped gym, and sauna with view. Offers 10% discount on daily rate and shuttle service.
• Moxy ZurichminorOthersModern lifestyle hotel reachable by tram line 2 to 'Wagonsfabrik' stop. Offers modern lifestyle, stylish design, and casual atmosphere. Event guests receive 10% discount on daily rate.
• Wincasa AGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAreal management partner for the mixed-use JED campus site. Wincasa AG (headquartered at Maschinenstrasse 11, 8005 Zürich) manages the broader property development and site operations for the JED campus.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• The Dolder Grand: Luxury hotel resort in Zurich with extensive event and banqueting facilities (event halls, ballrooms, outdoor terraces). Overlaps with JED on premium corporate and private events but operates as a lodging-led broader hospitality business rather than a dedicated event venue.
• Baur au Lac: Iconic luxury Zurich hotel offering premium event and banqueting facilities for corporate galas, weddings, and high-end private events. Overlaps with JED on premium-positioned events but as a hotel-led incumbent rather than a dedicated event venue.

Direct peers

• Kaufleuten Zürich: Historic Zurich event and cultural venue offering restaurant, club, and event space for corporate events, gala dinners, and private parties. Comparable premium positioning and combined gastronomy-event offering in the Zurich market.
• ALTE FABRIK: Industrial-style event venue in the Zurich area, hosting corporate events, weddings, and private celebrations. Comparable heritage-style aesthetic and target market of premium corporate and private clients.
• Samsung Hall: Concert and event venue in Dübendorf near Zurich, hosting corporate events, conferences, and concerts with capacity for several hundred to over 1,000 guests. Comparable capacity and event-type coverage in the Greater Zurich market.
• StageOne Event AG: Concert and event venue in Zurich-Oerlikon hosting corporate events, concerts, and banquets with capacity for several hundred guests. Comparable in offering event space with full technical infrastructure for corporate and private events.
• Halle 622: Industrial-heritage event venue in Zurich with industrial-chic aesthetic, serving corporate events, product launches, and private celebrations. Highly comparable to JED's industrial heritage positioning and target event types.
• Kongresshaus Zürich: Zurich's flagship convention and congress centre, located directly on Lake Zurich. Operates multiple halls and event spaces for corporate congresses, conferences, and large-scale events — directly comparable to JED's Eventhalle for premium corporate bookings in the Zurich market.
• Giessereihalle (Puls 5): Former foundry turned event venue in Zurich-West, offering industrial aesthetic for corporate events, conferences, and celebrations. Directly comparable industrial heritage positioning and capacity range.

Others

• Winkler Livecom AG: JED Events' core event technology partner and Switzerland's leading event technology provider. Comparable in the live event technology service line but acts as a supplier/partner rather than a venue competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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