What Forest Hills Stadium does

Forest Hills Stadium is a 13,000-capacity outdoor live entertainment venue located at 1 Tennis Place in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Queens, New York City. Originally built in 1923 as America's first permanent tennis stadium and host of the U.S. Open, the venue transitioned into a concert destination in 1960 and was extensively modernized and reopened in 2013 under operator The Bowery Presents, an affiliate of AEG Presents. It functions as the only outdoor venue of its size and acoustic design in New York City, hosting concerts and cultural performances for mass-market audiences, premium hospitality clients, and brand sponsors, with an active 2025 calendar of multi-night sold-out residencies and a multi-day music festival.

The venue's operational infrastructure combines historic tennis-stadium architecture with modern concert production systems, including a state-of-the-art sound system engineered to minimize offsite noise radiation, 28 upcycled shipping containers repurposed as bars, restrooms, dressing rooms, and functional spaces, shore power backstage to eliminate diesel generator emissions, energy-efficient LED and fluorescent lighting, solar-powered phone charging stations, free water refill stations, and a comprehensive recycling program. All ticketing is processed exclusively through the AXS Mobile App via ID-based electronic ticketing, with on-site box-office and Will Call support on event days. Accessibility services include designated ADA seating, companion seating, accessible restrooms, sign language interpreter requests, and a family restroom.

Forest Hills Stadium generates revenue across eight discrete streams: ticket sales (Floor, CLUB, BOWL configurations), First Serve Program season memberships, Speakeasy Suites premium hospitality, Golden Apple Premium Experience upgrades, group sales (8+ guests), on-site food and beverage concessions operated by curated local vendors, an online merchandise storefront, and brand sponsorships with partners including American Express, T-Mobile, Jack Daniels, Absolut, New York Lottery, and others. Distribution is anchored by AXS as the sole official ticketing partner, with premium and group sales handled via direct email outreach to [email protected] and sponsorship inquiries routed through [email protected]. Community engagement is formalized through the Forest Hills Stadium Community Fund (committing at least $100,000 annually in micro-grants to local Queens organizations), a decade-long Reverb sustainability partnership supporting climate-positive operations, and the 'Friends of Forest Hills Stadium' program encompassing 50+ local Forest Hills businesses.

Name

Forest Hills Stadium

Legal name

Forest Hills Stadium

Website

https://foresthillsstadium.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1923

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Forest Hills Stadium is a 13,000-capacity historic outdoor live entertainment venue in Queens, NYC, operated by The Bowery Presents / AEG Presents, hosting concerts, festivals, and premium hospitality experiences alongside community and sustainability programs for mass-market and B2B audiences.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Live Concert Venue

NAICS

Amusement and Theme Parks (71311)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Concession & Stadium / Arena Catering (THAFAIAG), Nightlife Events & Club Tickets (THAJAFAK)

Keywords

• Live concert venue
• Outdoor music venue
• Premium hospitality suites
• Concert ticketing services
• Event sponsorship programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Forest Hills

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Ticket sales: Primary revenue stream from individual show ticket sales distributed exclusively through AXS as the official ticketing partner. Tickets sold as General Admission Floor, CLUB (sections 401-701, with backs), and BOWL (bench grandstand) configurations. All tickets delivered electronically via the AXS Mobile App.
2. First Serve Season Ticket Memberships: Recurring season-membership revenue from the First Serve Program, which includes the first concert plus the ability to opt into as many additional concerts as desired, with premium padded row one seats in sections 401-701, private entry to a backstage lounge, complimentary FHS merchandise, and private restrooms.
3. Speakeasy Suites premium hospitality: High-touch private-suite revenue for parties of 8-50 guests. Each suite includes expedited entry, access through a hidden speakeasy entrance, private viewing porch, in-suite bar and food service, private restrooms, and a concierge service team. Sold via direct outreach to [email protected].
4. Golden Apple Premium Experience upgrades: À la carte premium upgrade revenue layered on top of standard concert tickets. Includes exclusive backstage lounge access, two complimentary beverages, access to a private cash bar, early entry, 'last call' bar 30 minutes past encore, and private restrooms.
5. Brand sponsorships and partnerships: Brand-partner revenue from major sponsors including American Express, T-Mobile, Kona Big Wave, Illegal Mezcal, Tractor, Absolut, Jack Daniels, Skrewball, Gray Whale Gin, New York Lottery, Lubanzi Wines, Raising Cane's, and Hülken. Sponsorship inquiries handled via [email protected].
6. Onsite food and beverage concessions: Concession revenue from a curated roster of local food vendors (Potluck Club, 5 Burro Cafe, Rokstar Chicken, Nick's Bistro, Etto Coffee, Bradfords BBQ, Stacked, Empanada Shop). Venues are cash-free and accept credit/debit/contactless payments; a free Cash-to-Card kiosk converts cash to prepaid debit cards.
7. Forest Hills Stadium merchandise: Merchandise revenue via the official Forest Hills Stadium online store (shop.foresthillsstadium.shop.redstarmerch.com), including apparel and branded goods.
8. Group sales: Group ticket revenue for parties of 8 or more in seated and premium sections, managed by direct email outreach.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion6 records

Distribution channels10 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Forest Hills Stadium is a 13,000-capacity outdoor live entertainment venue in Forest Hills, Queens, New York City, that hosts concerts and cultural performances. Tickets are sold exclusively through the AXS mobile platform in General Admission Floor, CLUB (sections 401-701), and BOWL grandstand configurations, with modular premium experiences layered on top including Speakeasy Suites (private hospitality for 8-50 guests), First Serve season-ticket memberships, and Golden Apple Premium Experience upgrades. On-site food and beverage concessions are operated by a rotating roster of local vendors and the venue operates a cash-free environment with a free Cash-to-Card kiosk.

Product overview

Forest Hills Stadium is a single historic outdoor music venue (13,000 capacity) in Queens, NYC, operating under The Bowery Presents / AEG Presents, rather than a software platform. Its offering centers on live concert and event experiences layered with modular premium products (Speakeasy Suites, First Serve Program Season Tickets, Golden Apple Premium Experience) and ticketing managed exclusively through the AXS Mobile App, supplemented by ancillary programs including the Forest Hills Stadium Community Fund, Holiday Toy Drive, Green Initiative, and a Community Care Liaison program. All event tickets and premium upgrades are distributed and scanned electronically via AXS, with the venue providing accessible seating, ADA services, private restrooms, and a cash-free concession program featuring rotating local vendors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• First Serve Program: Season ticket package offering premium reserved seats, private backstage lounge access, and exclusive amenities for the concert season.
• Golden Apple Premium Experience
• Speakeasy Suites
• Forest Hills Stadium Community Fund

Products and services

• General Admission & Reserved Seating Tickets Primary ticketing product for concerts and events in General Admission Floor, CLUB (sections 401-701 with backs), and BOWL (grandstand bench seats) configurations. All tickets are distributed electronically and scanned via the AXS Mobile App; a limited number of portable seat backs are available for rent on the BOWL. Aimed at individual concert-goers across the NYC region.
• First Serve Program Season Tickets Annual season-membership offering premium padded row-one seats in sections 401-701 with opt-in flexibility to as many concerts as desired per season. Includes private entry to a backstage lounge one hour before doors, a complimentary FHS merchandise item, and access to private restrooms. Sold via direct outreach to [email protected].
• Speakeasy Suites Private suite experience for parties of 8 to 50 guests, with expedited escorted entry via a hidden "speakeasy" entrance, a private viewing porch, in-suite bar and food service, private restrooms, and a concierge service team. Quote-based pricing per event. Aimed at corporate hospitality buyers, private groups, and special occasion bookers.
• Golden Apple Premium Experience Upgrade Per-ticket premium upgrade add-on granting one guest access to the backstage lounge, two complimentary beverages, access to a private cash bar, early entry one hour before doors, a "last call" bar open 30 minutes past encore, and private restrooms. Does not include concert admission (a separate ticket is required). Available for most shows.
• Onsite Food & Beverage Concessions Program Cash-free concessions operated by rotating local food vendors including Potluck Club, 5 Burro Cafe, Rokstar Chicken, Nick's Bistro, Etto Coffee (Etto GO), Bradfords BBQ, Stacked Sandwich Shop, and Empanada Shop. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are noted on each vendor's menu; a free Cash-to-Card kiosk converts cash to prepaid debit cards.
• Accessibility Services & ADA Accommodations Accessible seating across the venue (first row of Sections 1 and 3, Sections 4-11, plus platform in front of Sections 201 and 301), companion seating up to three adjacent seats, accessible restrooms, sign language interpreter request service (via [email protected]), and a family restroom for breast feeding/pumping with Koala Kare changing tables.
• Forest Hills Stadium Branded Merchandise Official venue-branded apparel and merchandise sold through the online store at shop.foresthillsstadium.shop.redstarmerch.com, including apparel and branded goods available for purchase by concert attendees and fans.
• Bag Check Service On-site bag check service located just past the main entrance gate at Burns & 69th Ave, charged at $5 per item for concert attendees who require storage during events.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15,983 fans per night during The Beatles' 1964 engagement (record 32,000+ across two nights)
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

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

• AXSflagshipTechnology or IntegrationAXS is the only official ticketing partner of Forest Hills Stadium. All tickets are distributed and scanned electronically via the AXS Mobile App, providing ID-based ticketing technology and customer support.
• American ExpressflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerAmerican Express is a featured brand partner displayed on the Forest Hills Stadium partners page. Sponsorship and marketing opportunities managed via [email protected].
• T-MobileflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerT-Mobile is a featured brand partner displayed on the Forest Hills Stadium partners page.
• Jack DanielscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerJack Daniels is a featured brand partner displayed on the Forest Hills Stadium partners page.
• AbsolutcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAbsolut is a featured brand partner displayed on the Forest Hills Stadium partners page.
• New York LotterycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNew York Lottery is a featured brand partner displayed on the Forest Hills Stadium partners page.
• Kona Big WavecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerKona Big Wave is a featured brand partner displayed on the Forest Hills Stadium partners page.
• Illegal MezcalcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerIllegal Mezcal is a featured brand partner displayed on the Forest Hills Stadium partners page.
• TractorminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTractor is a featured brand partner displayed on the Forest Hills Stadium partners page.
• SkrewballminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSkrewball is a featured brand partner displayed on the Forest Hills Stadium partners page.
• Gray Whale GinminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGray Whale Gin is a featured brand partner displayed on the Forest Hills Stadium partners page.
• Lubanzi WinesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLubanzi Wines is a featured brand partner displayed on the Forest Hills Stadium partners page.
• Raising Cane'sminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRaising Cane's is a featured brand partner displayed on the Forest Hills Stadium partners page.
• HülkenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHülken is a featured brand partner displayed on the Forest Hills Stadium partners page.
• ReverbflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerFor a decade, Forest Hills Stadium has partnered with Reverb, a nonprofit dedicated to making a more sustainable music industry through carbon offsetting, onsite recycling, and other ecological initiatives. Reverb calculates the venue's carbon footprint based on square footage, predicted fan/employee travel, electric and gasoline usage, and waste created.
• Queens Community HouseflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerAn established partnership with Queens Community House, one of the largest nonprofits in Queens serving residents of all ages, races, faith, ethnicities, and needs. Forest Hills Stadium hosts QCH galas and fundraisers in addition to regular donations, and the Community Fund supports 55 distinct QCH programs across 41 sites.
• Forest Hills Chamber of CommercecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual contributions to support the Holiday Lights along Austin Street in Forest Hills via the Forest Hills Chamber of Commerce.
• Metro Village Forest HillscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual contributions to support the Holiday Lights along Metropolitan Avenue in Forest Hills via Metro Village Forest Hills.
• ACE (Association of Community Employment Programs)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupported ACE community sanitation services to clean the neighborhood. ACE was awarded an FHS Community Fund Grant to carry out additional neighborhood cleaning services in Forest Hills.
• P.S. 144 Col Jeromus RemsencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPublic elementary school awarded an FHS Community Fund Grant to support the school's annual Fall Festival.
• Northwell Community HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNorthwell Community Health was awarded an FHS Community Fund Grant to support their flu pod initiative which supported two local flu clinics, bringing free flu vaccines into the community.
• J.H.S. 190 Russell SagecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPublic junior high school awarded an FHS Community Fund Grant to purchase new instruments for the school's band.
• Project LeadminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal nonprofit committed to assisting in the fight against hunger, poverty, and illiteracy. Project Lead was awarded an FHS Community Fund Grant to combat food insecurity and deliver meals to seniors in need.
• Forest Hills Asian Association (FHAA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal nonprofit that advocates for and increases awareness of the growing Asian American population in Forest Hills. FHAA was awarded an FHS Community Fund Grant for their annual Lunar New Year Celebration and Lion Dance performance.
• West Side Tennis ClubflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organizer of the annual Forest Hills Stadium Holiday Toy Drive with Queens Community House and IATSE Local No.4. West Side Tennis Club is also the venue's original parent organization, founded in 1923.
• IATSE Local No.4coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organizer of the annual Forest Hills Stadium Holiday Toy Drive. IATSE Local No.4 is the stagehands union that provides production crew for the venue's concerts.
• NYC Football ClubminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured partner logo on the Forest Hills Stadium Toy Drive page.
• Southwest AirlinesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured partner logo on the Forest Hills Stadium Toy Drive page.
• Ridgewood Savings BankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerToy Drive dropoff location partner with branches on Queens Blvd (Forest Hills) and Grand Ave.
• Provident BankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured partner logo on the Forest Hills Stadium Toy Drive page.
• MetroPlusminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured partner and toy drive dropoff location in Jackson Heights and Flushing.
• New York Life Insurance CompanyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerToy Drive dropoff location partner at 97-77 Queens Blvd, 10th Floor.
• Here We Go FitnessminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured partner and toy drive dropoff location at 105-25 Metropolitan Ave, Forest Hills.
• Potluck ClubcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCantonese-American restaurant in the Chinatown / Lower East Side / Nolita area serving as a food vendor at Forest Hills Stadium. Menu draws inspiration from the experience of growing up in Flushing Chinatown, Queens.
• 5 Burro CafecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorA Forest Hills institution serving as a food vendor at Forest Hills Stadium. Mission is to serve scrumptious, well-prepared meals and drinks at a fair price using only fresh, quality ingredients.
• Rokstar ChickencoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKorean fried chicken concept (R.O.K stands for Republic of Korea) serving as a food vendor at Forest Hills Stadium. Fast and casual concept providing high quality Korean fried chicken.
• Nick's BistrocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFull-service Greek American restaurant in Forest Hills serving as a food vendor at Forest Hills Stadium. Also a toy drive dropoff location at 104-20 Metropolitan Ave.
• Etto CoffeecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThird-wave coffee concept launched in 2019. Etto GO provides onsite tailor-made coffee services at Forest Hills Stadium.
• Bradfords BBQcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBBQ vendor serving 16-hour smoked brisket, 12-hour pulled pork sandwiches, loaded tater tots, vegan jackfruit sandwich, and sides. Caters to vegan and vegetarian guests.
• Stacked Sandwich ShopcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorForest Hills sandwich shop serving as a food vendor at Forest Hills Stadium. Features options for meat eaters, vegetarians, and vegans using local bakeries, produce companies, and Boar's Head.
• Empanada ShopcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEmpanada vendor at Forest Hills Stadium offering savory wheat patties with multiple fillings: beef, chicken, sausage, spinach, cheese, or chorizo, accompanied with cilantro-spiked green sauce.
• Michael PerlmanflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal Forest Hills Stadium historian and author of 'Legendary Locals of Forest Hills and Rego Park,' Chair of Rego-Forest Preservation Council. Forest Hills Stadium has partnered with Perlman on the History Blog to chronicle moments that have shaped the venue.
• Friends of Forest Hills Stadium (50+ local businesses)flagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerNetwork of 50+ local Forest Hills and greater NYC businesses displaying 'Proud Supporter of Forest Hills Stadium' stickers, including 5 Burro Cafe, Acey Ducey's, Aged Steakhouse, Agora Taverna, Aigner Chocolates, Austin Street Pizza, Bareburger, Chick-fil-a, The Cottage Bar, Eddies Sweet Shop, Elly's Arts & Crafts, Forest Cafe, Gregorys Coffee, Jersey Mike's Subs, and many more.
• The Bowery Presents / AEG PresentsflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerForest Hills Stadium is operated by The Bowery Presents, a subsidiary of AEG Presents (Anschutz Entertainment Group). AEG's Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Accessibility Statement govern the venue's terms.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Beacon Theatre: A historic ~2,800-capacity Upper West Side theater operated by MSG Entertainment. Comparable to Forest Hills as a heritage NYC concert venue with premium seating tiers and a similar artist caliber, though indoor.
• Webster Hall: A historic ~1,500-capacity Manhattan concert hall operated by The Bowery Presents / AEG Presents after a major renovation. Compares directly to Forest Hills Stadium as another Bowery/AEG-operated NYC venue with heritage positioning and similar premium/hospitality product layering.
• Hammerstein Ballroom: A ~3,500-capacity midtown Manhattan concert and event venue. Comparable to Forest Hills Stadium as a large-format NYC live music venue hosting similar touring-artist circuit with premium hospitality and rental products.
• Brooklyn Steel: A roughly 1,800-capacity indoor concert venue in Brooklyn operated by The Bowery Presents / AEG Presents. It is the most directly comparable venue in the same operator's NYC portfolio, sharing programming, marketing, and ticketing infrastructure with Forest Hills Stadium.
• Pier 17 (South Street Seaport): An outdoor rooftop concert venue (~3,400 capacity) at the South Street Seaport in Manhattan. It is a direct peer to Forest Hills Stadium as one of the only other outdoor summer concert venues in NYC, competing for the same touring artists and warm-weather audiences.
• Northwell at Jones Beach Theater: A ~15,000-capacity outdoor amphitheater on Long Island operated by Live Nation. The closest direct outdoor-capacity competitor to Forest Hills in the greater NYC market, competing for the same summer touring circuit and audience.
• The Capitol Theatre (Port Chester): A historic ~1,800-capacity theater in Port Chester, NY operated by The Bowery Presents / AEG Presents. Closely comparable to Forest Hills as a heritage NYC-area concert venue with renovated infrastructure, multi-tier ticketing, and AEG touring-artist pipeline.

Emerging players

• Hollywood Bowl: A ~17,500-capacity historic outdoor amphitheater in Los Angeles operated by the LA Philharmonic. Comparable to Forest Hills Stadium as a heritage outdoor venue with optimized acoustics, a multi-tier ticketing structure, premium boxes/suites, and an unusually strong community and sustainability identity.

Broad incumbents

• Madison Square Garden: The 20,000-capacity flagship NYC arena and entertainment complex operated by MSG Entertainment. It is a broad incumbent peer — not a direct competitor for the same outdoor format, but a comparable high-tier NYC live-entertainment venue with diversified revenue and a similar premium-product mix.
• Barclays Center: A ~19,000-capacity indoor arena in Brooklyn operated by BSE Global. Comparable to Forest Hills as a large-format NYC live-entertainment venue competing for similar premium hospitality and sponsorship budgets, though with a primarily indoor format and a broader sports/events mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

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