Your Live Event Production Partner
Since 2004, Rival Entertainment has operated as Atlanta’s premier full-service live events partner, backed by more than 20 years of hands-on industry expertise. Co-founders Josh Antenucci and Lucy Freas lead a seasoned team specializing in event design, talent buying, marketing, technical production, box office operations, and vendor management—working seamlessly to deliver exceptional experiences for audiences, artists, brands, and partners.
Events in Atlanta’s Iconic Spaces
With 20 years of experience producing large-scale events, Rival has brought unforgettable experiences to life at Atlanta’s most iconic venues and public spaces, including Piedmont Park, Centennial Olympic Park, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Georgia State University Stadium, Fox Theatre, and many more. From music festivals and corporate events to private concerts and public celebrations, we combine proven expertise with bold creative vision to deliver every event seamlessly from concept through execution.
Live Event Production & Operations
Live Event Production & Operations
Artist Relations
Concert Production
Concessions Program Management
Conference & Meeting Production
Corporate Event Production
Event Budgeting
Event Safety Planning
Event Licensing, Permitting & Compliance
Festival Production Management
Live Event Streaming & Video Production
Site Design
Staging & Technical Production (Audio, Lighting, Video)
Supplier Management
Our Work
Rival Entertainment has produced some of Atlanta’s most notable festivals and live events, from multi-day music festivals to one-night-only legendary concerts. Our favorite Rival-produced events and clients include:
Delta Air Lines Centennial Celebration
In 2025, Rival Entertainment helped Delta Air Lines celebrate its centennial through two landmark events, combining world-class production, entertainment, and unforgettable experiences for thousands.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Atlanta Host Committee
Rival Entertainment helped Atlanta’s World Cup Host Committee bring the city’s global ambitions to life, delivering technical production for major events and hospitality throughout FIFA World Cup 2026.
One Music Fest
One Music Fest is the Southeast’s largest two-day urban progressive muasic festival, bringing over 50,000 fans together annually to celebrate hip-hop, R&B, and soul.
SweetWater 420 Festival
In 2026, Tilray Brands tapped Rival Entertainment to reimagine SweetWater 420 Fest, returning the Atlanta tradition to Shirley Clarke Franklin Park with music, activations, vendors, and an expanded fan experience.
Big Night Out
Big Night Out is Rival’s signature outdoor concert series, bringing nationally recognized artists to iconic Atlanta settings for unforgettable nights celebrating music, community, and Atlanta’s vibrant event culture.
Outkast #ATLast
Rival Entertainment helped bring Outkast home for #ATLast, transforming Centennial Olympic Park into a massive outdoor venue for a landmark three-night Atlanta cultural celebration.
