Strengthen fan engagement — 100,000 people at a time
When crowds gather to witness unforgettable moments, seamless connectivity is mandatory. It powers everything form simplified parking, e-ticketing and social sharing to concierge-style concessions and high-definition streaming. Venue-specific apps further elevate the fan experience with opportunities for dynamic engagement.
ANDREW® leads the way in enabling fast, reliable wireless throughout stadiums, arenas and entertainment facilities. With extensive expertise and solutions leveraging advancements like 5G and private networking, we empower our customers to deliver widespread coverage and robust capacity at a massive scale, supplying unbeatable experiences. Sustainability also takes center stage in our all-digital, 5G distributed antenna systems (DAS) that help make every event feel like the hottest ticket in town.
Challenges and opportunities
Smart parking/entry
Enhance traffic flow and reduce admin costs with automated app-based parking. Keep the entry lines moving swiftly with Digital ticketing.
e-Concessions
Mobile ordering allows guests to enjoy food and drinks with reduced wait times and improved order accuracy, helping to boost sales and enhance satisfaction.
Social media, streaming, virtual reality and apps
High-bandwidth connectivity enhances fan experiences by supporting social media interaction, real-time video replays and stats, and immersive AR/VR.
Venue security
Reliable high-speed indoor mobile coverage allows first responders and security personnel to stay responsive to the needs of guests and staff.
Case studies
Rocket Arena
ANDREW helped create a frictionless wireless experience for hometown fans of the Cleveland Cavaliers NBA team.
United Center Arena
ANDREW assisted this legendary Chicago sports and entertainment venue in upgrading its legacy infrastructure to support 5G networks.
Ivory Coast Stadiums
ANDREW and LEADCOM/STA help Orange Ivory Coast in West Africa deliver a superior fan experience at AFCON 2024
Why ANDREW?
Unmatched Experience
ERA® all-digital solutions enable 5G connectivity within a majority of the world’s largest and most well-known stadiums, arenas and entertainment venues.
Complete portfolio
Our comprehensive offering for large and challenging indoor spaces includes everything from DAS to expert design and support.
Future-focused
Partnering with Andrew means your large-venue solution is built for long-term simplicity, efficiency and sustainability — through 5G and beyond.
Featured resources
Stadium Tech Report
Article
Read about the wireless enhancements deployed at State Farm Stadium for Super Bowl LVII in Arizona, which easily handled record-setting 5G traffic during the Big Game.
ERA digital distributed antenna system
Brochure
Discover the capabilities, features and benefits that ERA delivers for 4G and 5G network coverage and capacity across large academic and corporate campuses
ERA, 5G and Sustainability
Brochure
ANDREW simplifies 5G technology upgrades while simultaneously optimizing space utilization, reducing cooling requirements and improving power utilization.