Venu Holding Corporation Reports Its 2024 Annual Results

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Venu Holding (NYSE: VENU) reported strong financial results for fiscal year 2024, with total assets increasing 114% to $178.4 million. The company's Luxe FireSuite sales reached $77.7 million, representing a 250% increase from 2023.

Total annual revenue rose 42% to $17.8 million, driven by restaurant operations growth of 14% and event center operations growth of 74%. The flagship Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs generated $15.2 million in gross receipts during its inaugural season, hosting over 112,000 fans across 20 shows with an average ticket price of $156.

Key developments include successful IPO raising $12.3 million, groundbreaking of new amphitheaters in Broken Arrow and El Paso ($105 million project), and property acquisition in McKinney for a 20,000-seat venue. The company expects operational profitability by 2026 with the opening of three major venues.

Positive

• FireSuite sales surged 250% to $77.7 million in 2024
• Total assets increased 114% to $178.4 million
• Total revenue grew 42% to $17.8 million
• Ford Amphitheater generated $15.2M in gross receipts from 20 shows
• Strong early 2025 performance with $21.6M in FireSuite sales (Jan-Feb)
• Successful IPO raising $12.3 million in net proceeds

Negative

• Company not yet profitable, expects profitability only by 2026
• Significant upfront investment required for venue development
• Heavy reliance on future venue openings for profitability

Insights

Financial Analyst

VENU's 2024 results demonstrate remarkable topline growth across multiple revenue streams, signaling strong execution of their entertainment venue expansion strategy. Most impressive is the $77.7 million in Luxe FireSuite sales, representing a staggering 250% year-over-year increase, which validates their fractional ownership model's market acceptance.

The balance sheet transformation is equally notable with total assets increasing 114% to $178.4 million, primarily driven by strategic property investments that position VENU for future revenue acceleration. Their flagship Ford Amphitheater's performance - generating $15.2 million in gross receipts across just 20 shows with over 112,000 attendees - demonstrates the scalability of their business model.

What's particularly compelling is their early 2025 momentum with $21.6 million in January-February FireSuite sales, suggesting they're on track toward their $200 million annual target. The introduction of financing options for fractional ownership should further accelerate this high-margin revenue stream.

While still pre-profitability (with profitability projected for 2026), VENU is following a clear capital-intensive growth path typical of venue development businesses. Their strategic pivot to year-round operations at new venues also addresses the seasonal revenue challenges inherent in the amphitheater business, potentially improving utilization rates and return on invested capital.

Entertainment Industry Analyst

VENU's operational results reveal an entertainment company successfully capturing premium dollars in the high-margin live events sector. Their Ford Amphitheater's $156 average ticket price significantly outpaces industry averages, indicating they've effectively positioned themselves in the luxury entertainment segment rather than competing solely on volume.

The nationwide audience draw (from over 5,500 unique zip codes) for their Colorado Springs venue suggests their destination entertainment concept has broader appeal than typical regional venues. This geographic diversity in audience base is particularly valuable for their expansion strategy into markets like McKinney, Broken Arrow, and El Paso.

Their strategic partnership with AEG Presents Rocky Mountains provides booking power and operational expertise while allowing VENU to focus on developing high-margin ancillary revenue streams like their FireSuite fractional ownership model. The Pollstar nomination for Best New Concert Venue validates their design approach and positions them favorably for talent acquisition.

The venue diversification across multiple states creates a networked effect that should enhance sponsorship opportunities, as evidenced by partnerships with Ford Dealers, Kaiser Permanente, and Troy Aikman's EIGHT beer. The multi-season venue configuration announced for new developments addresses the traditional weakness in the amphitheater business model by extending the operating calendar, potentially transforming these venues from seasonal assets to year-round entertainment destinations.

Total Assets Increase over $95,000,000 Year-over-Year

Strong Momentum Continues Market Expansion Progress, Record Breaking FireSuite Sales, and Ford Amphitheater Finishes Its Inaugural Season.

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Venu Holding Corporation ("VENU" or the “Company”) (NYSE American: VENU), a developer, owner, and operator of upscale live music venues and premium hospitality destinations, announced today its results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024.

“2024 was nothing short of spectacular for VENU—marked by record-breaking performances, electric openings, and strategic moves that truly put us center-stage in the premium live entertainment industry,” says J.W. Roth Founder, Chairman, and CEO of VENU. “From the wildly successful launch of our flagship Ford Amphitheater, which captivated over 112,000 fans from across the nation and received a Nomination for Pollstar Magazines’ 2024 Best New Concert Venue of the Year, to our bold expansion plans and efforts into fast-growing markets such as McKinney, Broken Arrow, and El Paso this year showcased the boundless potential of our unique, fan-centric vision. We’re not just building venues; we’re setting a new standard for luxury entertainment that keeps our audiences thrilled and coming back for more.

As we look ahead to 2025, the excitement only intensifies. Our recent IPO energized our mission, empowering us to accelerate our ambitious plans, including new partnerships with iconic brands and legends like NFL Hall of Famer and Founder of EIGHT Beer, Troy Aikman, alongside major appointments to our leadership team.

Building a business like ours requires significant upfront investment. We expect to turn the corner toward operational profitability in 2026, driven by development revenue from the expected official opening of three major venues in McKinney, El Paso, and Broken Arrow.

With every strategic step, we’re redefining the live entertainment landscape—delivering unmatched value to our shareholders and, most importantly, unforgettable experiences to our fans. Buckle up!”

2024 Financial Highlights

• Luxe FireSuite sales reached $77.7 million in 2024, representing a 250% increase over 2023’s total of $22.2 million. This significant year-over-year growth in fractional ownership underscores the strong demand and market traction for our premium offerings.
• Total assets increased 114% to $178.4 million as of December 31, 2024, up from $83.2 million at December 31, 2023.
• Property and equipment increased 138% to $137.2 million as of December 31, 2024, up from $57.7 million at December 31, 2023.
• Total annual revenue rose 42% to $17.8 million in fiscal 2024 compared to $12.6 million in fiscal 2023.
• Restaurant operations continued steady growth up $1.3 million and 14% in fiscal 2024 compared to fiscal 2023. Event center operations grew $2.2 million and 74%, respectively, in fiscal 2024 compared to fiscal 2023. Both operations were successful due to growth at the Colorado Springs campus, along with the Georgia campus being fully operational during the full year of 2024 compared to opening mid-year 2023.
• Amphitheater operations generated net profit to VENU, due to the opening and initial success of Ford Amphitheater (defined as profit after VENU’s split with AEG Presents Rocky Mountains, the operator of the amphitheater), with receipts from our naming rights agreements (which are outside of VENU’s AEG partnership agreement), combined for $1,659,291 or 9% of our total revenue for fiscal 2024.
• Over the limited 2024 season of 20 shows at the Ford Amphitheater, this location generated gross receipts of $15.2 million. These gross receipts, which are inclusive of ticket sales, concessions, ticketing fees, premium upgrades, as well as other receipts, are subject to the split with AEG.
• The Ford Amphitheater, booked and operated in partnership with AEG Presents Rocky Mountains, sold over 97,000 tickets at an average of $156 per ticket in its 20 shows of 2024.

Operational Highlights for 2024 and Subsequent Events:

• Successfully completed initial public offering, listing shares on NYSE American and raising approximately $12.3 million in net proceeds in the initial public offering.
• Grand opening of the Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs, which hosted over 112,000 fans from over 5,500 unique zip codes nationwide in its inaugural limited season and was nominated for Pollstar Magazine's 2024 Best New Concert Venue of the Year.
• Broke ground on amphitheater projects in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and commenced construction phases for additional new locations in Texas and Oklahoma.
• Announced an $105,000,000 ultra-lux Amphitheater in El Paso, Texas through a significant public private partnership.
• Closed on 46-acre property for 20,000-seat world-class outdoor music venue in McKinney, TX, one of America’s fastest-growing cities, just northeast of Dallas-Fort Worth.
• Established significant partnerships and sponsorships, including agreements with Colorado Ford Dealers, Kaiser Permanente, NFL Hall of Famer Troy Aikman, and EIGHT Elite Light Beer.
• Strengthened leadership with key executive appointments including Will Hodgson as President and Terri Liebler as Chief Marketing Officer.
• Launched the VENU Arts and Culture Foundation, furthering commitment to supporting local talent and enhancing community cultural vibrancy.

2025 Recent Announcements

• After surpassing $77.7 million in FireSuite (fractional ownership interests) sales in 2024, the Company continued its momentum into 2025. The Company continued its record-breaking momentum into 2025, generating $10.4 million in January and $11.2 million in February. With a strong start to the year, the Company remains on track to achieve its goal of $200 million for 2025.
• Launched VENU Income Offering, a program designed for RIAs and broker dealers intended to provide the potential for consistent monthly income to their clients through pooled ownership of VENU’s Luxe FireSuites located in the McKinney, TX, and Broken Arrow, OK amphitheaters.
• Launched VENU Fractional Ownership Financing designed to accelerate the expansion of its highly sought-after Luxe FireSuites. The program permits buyers to finance their purchase of rights to a FireSuite making the FireSuites accessible to a broader audience.
• The Company has enhanced the planned features and amenities at its in-development amphitheaters to allow them to expand to year-round operations through a multi-season venue configuration for its planned venues in McKinney, TX; El Paso, TX; Broken Arrow, OK; and Yukon, OK—unlocking new revenue growth. This innovative model increases the number of events hosted annually at each location while enhancing operational efficiency. Moving forward, the Company intends to incorporate this flexible configuration into all newly developed venues.

CONFERENCE CALL DETAILS

Monday, March 31, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time
USA/Canada Toll-Free Dial-In Number:	(800) 715-9871
International Toll Dial-In Number:	+1 (646) 307-1963
Conference ID: 9521412
Conference Call Replay - available through March 31, 2026, at https://investors.venu.live

About Venu Holding Corporation

Venu Holding Corporation ("VENU") (NYSE American: VENU), founded by Colorado Springs entrepreneur J.W. Roth, is a premier hospitality and live music venue developer dedicated to crafting luxury, artist-centric, experience-driven entertainment destinations. VENU’s campuses in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Gainesville, Georgia, each feature Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern, The Hall at Bourbon Brothers, and unique to Colorado Springs, Notes Eatery and the 9,570-seat Ford Amphitheater. Expanding with new multi-season Sunset Amphitheaters in Oklahoma and Texas, VENU’s upcoming large-scale venues will host between 12,500 and 20,000 guests, continuing VENU’s vision of redefining the premium live entertainment experience. Click here to view our company overview.

VENU has been recognized nationally by The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Denver Post, Billboard, VenuesNow, and Variety for its innovative and disruptive approach to live entertainment. Through strategic partnerships with industry leaders such as AEG Presents and NFL Hall of Famer and Founder of EIGHT Elite Light Beer, Troy Aikman, VENU continues to shape the future of the entertainment landscape. For more information, visit venu.live

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this press release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Words such as "may," "might," "will," "should," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "continue," "predict," "forecast," "project," "plan," "intend" or similar expressions, or statements regarding intent, belief, or current expectations, are forward-looking statements. While the Company believes these forward-looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on any such forward-looking statements, which are based on information available to us on the date of this release. These forward-looking statements are based upon current estimates and assumptions and are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including without limitation those set forth in the Company's filings with the SEC, not limited to Risk Factors relating to its business contained therein. Thus, actual results could be materially different. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

VENU HOLDING CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in US Dollars)
	As of
	December 31,				December 31,
		2024				2023
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents	$	37,969,454			$	20,201,104
Inventories		225,283				185,746
Prepaid expenses and other current assets		850,951				209,215
Total current assets		39,045,688				20,596,065
Other assets
Property and equipment, net		137,215,936				57,737,763
Intangible assets, net		211,276				277,995
Operating lease right-of-use assets, net		1,351,600				3,685,980
Investments in related parties		550,000				550,000
Security and other deposits		43,015				375,904
Total other assets		139,371,827				62,627,642
Total assets	$	178,417,515			$	83,223,707
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Accounts payable	$	7,283,033			$	2,565,460
Accrued expenses		3,556,819				698,369
Accrued payroll and payroll taxes		262,387				331,457
Deferred revenue		1,528,159				764,081
Convertible debt		9,433,313				-
Current portion of operating lease liabilities		364,244				230,952
Current portion of long-term debt		2,101,501				325,245
Total current liabilities		24,529,456				4,915,564
Long-term portion of operating lease liabilities		1,020,604				3,646,385
Long-term licensing liability		7,950,000				1,500,000
Long-term debt, net of current portion		14,100,217				11,182,073
Total liabilities	$	47,600,277			$	21,244,022
Commitments and contingencies - See Note 14
Stockholders' Equity
Class B common stock, $0.001 par - 1,000,000 authorized, 379,990 issued and outstanding at		379				1,960
December 31, 2024 and 30,000,000 authorized and 1,959,445 issued and outstanding at December 31, 2023
Class C common stock, $0.001 par - 0 authorized and issued and outstanding at December 31, 2024		-				30,306
and 50,000,000 authorized and 30,306,060 issued and outstanding at December 31, 2023
Common stock, $0.001 par - 144,000,000 authorized, 37,471,465 issued and outstanding at		37,472				-
December 31, 2024 and 60,000,000 authorized at 0 issued and outstanding at December 31, 2023
Preferred stock, $0.001 par - 5,000,000 authorized, none issued or outstanding		-				-
Additional paid-in capital		144,546,368				47,743,085
Accumulated deficit		(47,361,208	)			(17,021,453	)
	$	97,223,011			$	30,753,898
Treasury Stock, at cost - 276,245 shares at December 31, 2024 and 76,245 shares at December 31, 2023		(1,500,076	)			(76	)
Total Venu Holding Corporation and subsidiaries equity	$	95,722,935			$	30,753,822
Non-controlling interest		35,094,303				31,225,863
Total stockholders' equity	$	130,817,238			$	61,979,685
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$	178,417,515			$	83,223,707

VENU HOLDING CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(in US Dollars)
		For the years ended
		December 31,
			2024				2023
Revenues
Restaurant including food and beverage revenue		$	10,828,972			$	9,522,523
Event center ticket and fees revenue			4,648,478				2,152,826
Rental and sponsorship revenue			2,356,933				922,315
Total revenues		$	17,834,383			$	12,597,664
Operating costs
Food and beverage			2,409,133				2,216,359
Event center			2,554,606				1,072,909
Labor			4,383,505				3,667,095
Rent			1,361,787				815,233
General and administrative			18,832,115				12,470,650
Equity compensation			12,015,133				1,610,350
Depreciation and amortization			3,656,229				1,877,236
Total operating costs		$	45,212,508			$	23,729,832
Loss from operations		$	(27,378,125	)		$	(11,132,168	)
Other income (expense), net
Interest expense			(3,906,959	)			(331,674	)
Other expense			(2,500,006	)			-
Loss on sale of investments			-				(75,603	)
Interest income			705,729				20,152
Other income			130,387				132,500
Total other expense, net			(5,570,849	)			(254,625	)
Net loss		$	(32,948,974	)		$	(11,386,793	)
Net loss attributable to non-controlling interests			(2,609,219	)			(862,320	)
Net loss attributable to common stockholders		$	(30,339,755	)		$	(10,524,473	)
Weighted average number of shares of Class A common stock, outstanding, basic and diluted			-				136,301
Basic and diluted net loss per share of Class A common stock		$	-			$	(0.39	)
Weighted average number of shares of Class B common stock, outstanding, basic and diluted			724,629				16,640,620
Basic and diluted net loss per share of Class B common stock		$	(0.86	)		$	(0.39	)
Weighted average number of shares of Class C common stock, outstanding, basic and diluted			6,758,034				10,106,179
Basic and diluted net loss per share of Class C common stock		$	(0.86	)		$	(0.39	)
Weighted average number of shares of Class D common stock, outstanding, basic and diluted			16,319,014				-
Basic and diluted net loss per share of Class D common stock		$	(0.86	)		$	-
Weighted average number of shares of Common stock, outstanding, basic and diluted			11,642,944				-
Basic and diluted net loss per share of Common stock		$	(0.86	)		$	-

VENU HOLDING CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in US Dollars)
	For the years ended December 31,
		2024				2023
Net loss	$	(32,948,974	)		$	(11,386,793	)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:
Equity issued for interest on convertible debt		766,920				-
Equity based compensation		12,015,133				1,610,350
Project abandonment loss		668,403				-
Amortization of debt discount		2,917,989				4,544
Non cash lease expense		498,808				486,924
Unrealized income on equity method investment		-				75,603
Depreciation and amortization		3,656,229				1,877,236
Noncash financing expense		2,500,000				-
Noncash interest		-				1,292
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Inventories		(39,537	)			(98,591	)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets		(641,736	)			88,579
Receivables from AEG partnership		-				-
Security deposit		332,889				(225,904	)
Accounts payable		4,694,025				745,259
Accrued expenses		2,858,450				334,840
Accrued payroll and payroll taxes		(69,070	)			(73,542	)
Deferred revenue		764,078				636,790
Operating lease liabilities		(465,890	)			(452,759	)
Licensing liabilities		6,250,000				1,500,000
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities		3,757,717				(4,876,172	)
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of property and equipment		(72,483,650	)			(31,165,063	)
Net cash acquired from acquisition of 13141 BP		74,085				-
Net cash used in investing activities		(72,409,565	)			(31,165,063	)
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from sale of non-controlling interest equity		38,463,367				16,750,000
Distributions to non-controlling shareholders		(934,435	)			(531,789	)
Principal payments on long-term debt		(313,136	)			(224,386	)
Proceeds from issuance of shares		31,960,250				16,695,180
IPO issued		12,654,100				-
Proceeds from exercise of warrants		52				82,600
Payment for personal guarantee on convertible debt		(100,000	)			-
Acquisition of Treasury Stock		(1,500,000	)			-
Receipt of short-term promissory note		(10,000	)			-
Proceeds from municipality promissory note		6,200,000				-
Net cash provided by financing activities		86,420,198				32,771,605
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents		17,768,350				(3,269,630	)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning		20,201,104				23,470,734
Cash and cash equivalents, ending	$	37,969,454			$	20,201,104
Supplemental disclosure of non-cash operating, investing and financing activities:
Cash paid for interest	$	406,483			$	305,169
Property acquired via mortgage	$	-			$	4,400,000
Property acquired via short-term promissory note	$	2,000,000			$	-
Property acquired via convertible debt	$	10,000,000			$	-
Debt discounts - warrants	$	3,000,140			$	-
Equity issued for origination fee	$	100,000			$	-
Debt discount - suite granted to lender	$	200,000			$	-
Land returned in exchange for termination of promissory note payable	$	3,267,000			$	-
Right of Use Assets obtained in exchange for operating lease liabilities	$	471,476			$	-

 

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FAQ

What was VENU's FireSuite sales performance in 2024?

VENU's Luxe FireSuite sales reached $77.7 million in 2024, a 250% increase from $22.2 million in 2023.

How did Ford Amphitheater perform in its first season for VENU stock?

Ford Amphitheater generated $15.2 million in gross receipts from 20 shows, contributing $1.66 million (9%) to VENU's total revenue in 2024.

What is VENU's expansion plan for 2025-2026?

VENU is developing new amphitheaters in McKinney, El Paso, and Broken Arrow, with expected operational profitability by 2026.

How much did VENU's total assets grow in 2024?

VENU's total assets increased 114% to $178.4 million, up from $83.2 million in 2023.

What was VENU's total revenue growth in fiscal 2024?

VENU's total annual revenue increased 42% to $17.8 million in 2024, compared to $12.6 million in 2023.