Eventbrite, the global marketplace for live experiences, has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by technology firm Bending Spoons in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $500 million.
Under the terms of the agreement, Eventbrite stockholders will receive $4.50 per share in cash. This price represents a significant 82% premium over the company’s 60-day volume-weighted average share price as of December 1, 2025.
Upon completion of the transaction, Eventbrite will become a privately held company and will no longer be listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
The acquisition highlights Bending Spoons’ aggressive expansion strategy in the digital media and software space. The deal follows closely on the heels of the company’s recent $1.38 billion acquisition of video platform Vimeo and its agreement last month to acquire internet pioneer AOL.
Luca Ferrari, CEO and Co-Founder of Bending Spoons, stated that the company plans to heavily invest in Eventbrite’s technology stack.
“We’ve identified a few opportunities that we’re excited about exploring with the Eventbrite team,” said Ferrari. “These include building a dedicated messaging feature, introducing AI for easier event creation, improving searchability, and creating a system for the secondary ticket market.”
Julia Hartz, Co-Founder and CEO of Eventbrite, termed the move as a necessary step for the company’s evolution.
“There has never been a more important time to bring the world together in real life,” Hartz said. “I’m energized by the speed, resources, and innovative power of Bending Spoons to propel Eventbrite into its next chapter.”
The transaction has been unanimously approved by Eventbrite’s Board of Directors. It is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals and a vote by Eventbrite stockholders.
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