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15 May 2025

21.8 Million Weekly Listeners: One Powerful Platform for Your Event

In the fast-paced world of entertainment and live events, getting the word out is everything. Whether you’re planning a music festival, a theatre show, or a seasonal fair, your audience needs to know – and feel excited – about your event.

As one of the UK and Europe’s leading media groups, Bauer Media connects brands with millions of engaged listeners across an expansive network of radio stations and digital audio platforms.

For event promoters, that means powerful access to audiences who are not just listening, but ready to act.

Why Bauer Media For Your Event?

When you advertise with Bauer Media. you’re tapping into one of the UK’s most trusted and influential media networks.

With over 21.8 million weekly listeners across some of the country’s most beloved radio stations, including KISS, Absolute, Magic, Hits Radio and Greatest Hits radio, our audiences aren’t just tuning in, they’re highly engaged, loyal to their local stations and ready to take action.

Radio offers a uniquely trusted environment where listeners form strong emotional connections with the presenters they hear every day. These familiar voices become part of their daily lives, making radio the perfect platform for authentic, persuasive brand storytelling.

By choosing Bauer Media, your message is delivered by voices your audience already knows and trusts – making your brand more memorable, relatable and influential.

Our Audience = Your Audience

Bauer listeners aren’t just music and culture fans, they’re actively participating in the event scene, making them an ideal audience for your next campaign. Key listener stats include:

2.2 million Bauer listeners have attended music festivals in the last 12 months.

4.5 million intend to purchase tickets for concerts in the next 12 months.

7.4 million listeners are planning to buy tickets for theatre and musical productions.

7.5 million Bauer listeners attend music concerts in stadiums and arenas – a huge 45% of our audience!

These numbers prove that Bauer Media’s platforms reach motivated, ticket-buying audiences who are already engaging with the types of events you’re promoting. From live gigs to immersive cultural experiences, your event can connect with people who are not just interested, but ready to show up.

The Power of Digital Audio for Local Event Promotion

Digital audio is revolutionising the way local businesses and event organisers connect with their communities. With more people streaming their favourite radio stations on mobile devices, smart speakers and desktops, Digital Audio offers a powerful, highly targeted way to reach listeners where they are – and when they’re most engaged.

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Benefits of Digital Audio Advertising for Events:

Precision Targeting: Reach audiences in specific postcodes, cities or regions with geo-targeted ads. Ideal for brand awareness for local events.

Audience Profiling: Target your ideal demographic based on age, interests and gender, ensuring your ads are heard by the right people.

Cross Device Reach: Connect with audiences across multiple devices, from smartphones to smart speakers, so your event stays top of mind at home and on the go.

Repeat Exposure: Listeners frequently tune in daily, allowing for repeated impressions that build brand awareness and recall.

Whether you’re promoting a weekend craft market, a comedy night or a family friendly festival, Digital Audio lets you speak directly to your local audience with messaging that resonates, in the moments when they’re most receptive.

Don’t let your event get lost in the noise – let it be heard by the audiences who matter most.

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