Learn about 10 steps to help increase venue safety and security, according to the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) “Venue Security Director Survey.” 

The Venue Security Director Survey found safety challenges at stadiums across the MLB, NFL and more, prioritizing crowd management and security technologies.

A bystander intervention training program called Shout-Up! has trained private security guards on best practices for stopping sexual harassment in entertainment venues and nightclubs.

Save the date for the Innovation Institute for Fan Experience (IIFX)'s virtual town hall, "Fan Behavior Challenges and Solutions."

Eight concertgoers passed away due to a crowd surge at the Astroworld music festival in Houston, Texas. The tragic event highlights the duty of care that event organizations have to maintain safety at their venues.

In conjunction with the NBA, the Dallas Mavericks has announced that beginning Nov. 15, fans seated beyond 15 feet of the court will no longer need to complete a Fan Health Survey to enter the game at the American Airlines Center. 

Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia and Universal Studios Hollywood in Universal City will require proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or negative virus test results from all guests, according to reports. 

According to a YouGov survey, three out of four adults are calling for improved safety procedures in bars, pubs and nightclubs.

Jeff Spoerndle, Vice President of BEST Crowd Management, who has led efforts to ensure training is provided to employees on emergency response in a high-threat situation, discusses the potential threat of domestic violent extremism at large events and critical safety considerations for venues. 

The Goffert Stadium in the Netherlands needed to upgrade its legacy security system, which had fallen into disrepair and was no longer fit for purpose.