concerts
Turn Your Concerts Into a Brand Experience Destination
Partner with top brands to bring free premium product samples to your concertgoers—boosting engagement, adding value, and earning incremental revenue.
69.7K+
Samples Distributed
2.2M+
Consumers Reached
728+
Top Markets
60+
Active Brand Offers
Trusted by Leading Brands
Real Activations at Concerts
See how concerts like yours are creating memorable brand experiences for their members.
Why Partner With Recess
Everything You Need to Succeed
We've built a platform that makes it effortless to connect with brands and delight your members.
Access Premium Brand Demand
Connect with leading CPG, food, beverage, wellness brands and more actively seeking concerts like yours to reach engaged concertgoers.
Generate Incremental Revenue
Earn money for every sample distributed—with zero upfront costs, inventory risk, or operational burden on your team.
Enhance Member Experience
Delight your concertgoers with free products from brands they love. Sampling creates memorable moments that boost satisfaction and loyalty.
Effortless Operations
We handle logistics end-to-end—from brand coordination to product delivery. You just provide the space and your members do the rest.
Brand-Safe Partnerships
Every brand and campaign is vetted to ensure alignment with your values. You approve what comes into your concert.
Join a Nationwide Network
Become part of 10,000+ venues partnering with Recess to transform how brands connect with consumers in real-world spaces.
How It Works
Get started in minutes and start earning with your very first campaign.
Create a Listing for Your Concert
Create and list your profile in under 5 minutes. 100% free to join and no obligations.Get Matched with Brands
We connect you with brands looking to reach your specific concertgoers. You review and approve every campaign.Receive & Distribute Samples
Products ship directly to your concert and surprise and delight your community.Get Paid
Get paid for every sample distributed to your concertgoers after completion of event.
Venue Success Stories
The product sampling events we've done through this platform have been incredible for creating buzz around our summer concert series. We saw a significant spike in social media engagement, and the brands have been super professional about integrating seamlessly with our event flow.
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Moonlight Amphitheater, Venue Partner
As a mid-sized venue, we were skeptical about brand activations at first, but these collaborations have been a revenue game-changer. The sampling teams are respectful of our space, and our audience loves getting free product experiences between sets.
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River Rock Music Hall, Venue Partner
We've partnered with multiple brands through this platform, and each activation has been smoother than the last. The additional sponsorship income has helped us upgrade our sound systems and improve overall audience experience.
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Steel City Arena, Venue Partner
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost to me?
Nothing. It's 100% free for your organization. There are never any costs or fees associated with using the Recess platform.
When and how do we get paid?
Within 7 days of distributing the products and completing your recap survey, you'll receive payment via ACH transfer.
Are we responsible for getting the product to our venue?
No. Products are shipped directly to your location during a timeframe that you provide. We coordinate all logistics to make it as convenient as possible for you.
What happens if we deny a brand's offer that isn't a good fit for our venue?
There are no penalties. You always have the option to accept or deny offers and aren't penalized in any way. We want to make sure it's a program you would be excited about and that aligns with your brand values.
Ready to Transform Your Concert?
Join thousands of concerts earning extra revenue while delighting their concertgoers.