List of Publicly Traded Live Entertainment and Exhibition Companies Listed on Major U.S. Exchanges
A complete directory of publicly traded antimony mining companies and live entertainment venue operators on NYSE and NASDAQ, featuring market data, performance metrics, and 2026 sector insights.
This directory provides a focused overview of publicly traded antimony mining companies and live entertainment/exhibition facility operators listed on major U.S. exchanges. Live entertainment can come in many forms and these are the publicly traded companies that own the facilities and/or promote the live events. Some of these events are held at the same location on a regular basis like New York Knick games or the Radio City Christmas Spectacular (MSG). Other events may not have the same regularity (like concerts) but the companies that promote these events usually do thousands of them a year. For example, Live Nation Entertainment produces 20,000 concerts a year in a variety of locations. The sector has seen significant recovery through Q1 2026, with concert attendance up approximately 15% year-over-year and ongoing post-merger integration among major park operators.
Key Takeaways
Live Nation Entertainment (LYV) maintains leadership with a $36.7B market cap and $25.2B in revenue, producing over 20,000 concerts annually. Access the full LYV profile for detailed financials and news.
The live events sector is up 5-10% YTD in Q1 2026, driven by robust concert demand and amusement park attendance recovery. Post-merger entities like the combined Six Flags-Cedar Fair (FUN) are key to watch in the leisure space.
Top companies generate income from ticketing (approx. 70% of revenue for leaders), sponsorships, venue operations, and media rights. This diversification helps mitigate risks associated with event cancellations or weather disruptions.
For a broader view, consult the full entertainment sector directory or use the industry comparison widget to analyze trends, EPS, and P/E ratios across peers.
Top Live Entertainment & Exhibition Facility Stocks by Market Cap (2026)
A comparative overview of leading publicly traded companies in the venue and live events space, based on recent market capitalization and performance metrics.
| Rank | Ticker | Company | Industry | Market Cap | YTD % | P/E Ratio | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LYV | Live Nation Entertainment | Live Events/Ticketing | $36.7B | +12.0% | 65.2 | N/A |
| 2 | FWONK | Liberty Media Formula One | Motorsports/Entertainment | $18.5B | +8.4% | 42.1 | N/A |
| 3 | SPHR | Sphere Entertainment Co. | Immersive Venues | $3.9B | +15.2% | N/A | N/A |
| 4 | MSGS | Madison Square Garden Sports | Sports Venues/Teams | $7.6B | +5.1% | 85.4 | N/A |
| 5 | CNK | Cinemark Holdings | Movie Theaters | $2.1B | -2.5% | 12.8 | 4.1% |
| 6 | IMAX | IMAX Corporation | Entertainment Technology | $1.5B | +10.3% | 35.6 | N/A |
| 7 | FUN | Cedar Fair LP (Post Six Flags Merger) | Amusement Parks | $4.8B | +6.7% | 18.9 | 2.8% |
| 8 | VVI | Viad Corp. | Event Marketing/Production | $0.8B | +3.2% | 22.5 | N/A |
| 9 | TSQ | Townsquare Media | Radio/Live Events | $0.2B | -8.1% | N/A | 9.8% |
| 10 | EPR | EPR Properties | Entertainment REIT | $3.1B | +1.8% | 18.2 | 7.5% |
Publicly Traded Live Entertainment and Exhibition Facilities — Complete Company List
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List of Publicly Traded Entertainment CompaniesA comparison widget that shows trend, earnings per share (EPS), P/E ratio and beta for each of the companies on this list can be accessed through the link below.
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Live Entertainment and Exhibition Facilities: Mid-Cap Stocks
- Liberty Media Corporation Formula One Group (FWONK) (Formula 1; ownership interest in Live Nation Entertainment)
- Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (LYV) (Ticketmaster.com; Live Nation concerts)
- The Madison Square Garden Company (MSG) (Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall)
Live Entertainment and Exhibition Facilities: Small-Cap Stocks
- Viad Corp. (VVI) (Live event marketing and production; travel services)
Live Entertainment and Exhibition Facilities: Micro-Cap Stocks
- Townsquare Media, Inc. (TSQ) (Radio Broadcasting and Live Events)
Risks & Considerations
Consumer Spending & Macroeconomic Sensitivity
The live entertainment industry is highly discretionary. A downturn in consumer confidence or rising inflation can directly impact ticket sales, concession spending, and attendance at events and parks, pressuring top-line revenue.
Event Cancellation & Operational Disruption
Weather events, artist cancellations, labor disputes, or public health concerns can lead to significant revenue loss. The fixed-cost nature of venue operations means that a few cancelled high-profile events can materially affect quarterly earnings.
Regulatory Scrutiny & Ticket Pricing Backlash
Companies with dominant market positions, particularly in ticketing (e.g., Live Nation's Ticketmaster), face ongoing antitrust scrutiny and public pressure regarding fees. Regulatory actions or consumer pushback could force changes to high-margin business models.
High Fixed Costs & Merger Integration
Venue operators carry substantial fixed costs for maintenance, staffing, and debt service. For entities like the newly merged Six Flags-Cedar Fair, the successful integration of operations and realization of promised synergies present ongoing execution risks.