Festivals

Summer Smash

Essential entry, credentialing, and on-site payment solutions for one of the country’s largest hip-hop festivals.

The Story

2021-2025

01.

The Client

Held in Bridgeview, IL, Summer Smash draws tens of thousands of fans for a multi-day hip-hop festival experience. With sprawling grounds, tiered ticketing, and a high-energy crowd, the event demanded a strong, adaptable system built for speed and scale.

02.

The Challenge

The festival had to process massive crowds across multiple days and over 20 unique zones, while also fulfilling 25,000+ pre-mailed wristbands and managing high-volume on-site sales.

03.

The Results

WRSTBND deployed 40+ devices and processed over 150,000 scans. The team also managed the fulfillment of 25,000 wristband packages and distributed 70,000+ wristbands in total, keeping fans moving and transactions flowing.

Event Stats at a Glance

150,000+ Scans Processed

25,000+ Fulfillment Packages Shipped

40+ Devices Deployed Across 20+ Zones

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"We could not ask for a better partner in WRSTBND! We were looking to elevate the experience for our guests, all while collecting data to make our business more efficient – and they’ve delivered time and time again. Any curveball we throw them, they’ve been able to work with us to figure out a solution. From wild and crazy credential access rules, to ticket swaps, to POS meal voucher scenarios, they’ve got us covered. They are simply the best!"

Michelle Eifler

Director, Partner Relations & Business Integration, Farmers Insurance Open

"Working with WRSTBND has been a game-changer for our events. Their technology streamlines access control and attendee tracking, making the entire process seamless for both our team and our attendees. The support team is always responsive and proactive, ensuring we maximize the value of their services. It's a pleasure partnering with a vendor who truly understands the needs of large-scale conferences."

Dylan Ashley

Manager, PCMA

"The team at WRSTBND is so responsive to our needs, it's almost as if the platform was built for us! Everyone is a pleasure to work with, the platform is intuitive, and most importantly, it works when you need it."

Ryan Auhl

Partner, Relentless Beats

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WRSTBND supports the world’s best events with powerful, integrated solutions. From global sporting events to massive music festivals, we handle it all—see what we can do for you.

2023-2025

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The Story

The Client

The Challenge

The Results

Event Stats at a Glance

150,000+ Scans Processed

25,000+ Fulfillment Packages Shipped

40+ Devices Deployed Across 20+ Zones

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