Cantaloupe Selected as Official POS Partner for Christmas Around the World

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Cantaloupe, Inc., a global leading provider of end-to-end technology solutions for self-service commerce, has been selected as the official point-of-sale (POS) technology partner for Christmas Around the World, an immersive holiday festival debuting this season in Northeast Ohio. The event will run from November 29 through January 4, 2025, at Lake Erie Crushers Stadium in Avon, Ohio. The festival is expected to attract more than 100,000 attendees, who will explore holiday attractions and unique shopping and dining experiences

“Cantaloupe is thrilled to support Christmas Around the World’s immersive holiday experience,” noted Jake Stone, vice president of partnerships with Cantaloupe, in a recent press release. “Our mobile handheld POS solutions are ideal for high-traffic events, providing the speed and reliability needed to elevate the guest experience at every purchase point.”

Kyle Roggenburk, chief finance and data officer at USA Expo added, “Partnering with Cantaloupe was a natural fit for us. Their handheld devices are designed to handle large-scale events, making them perfect for our vendors and helping us provide the best possible experience for our guests.”

Cantaloupe was chosen for its high-volume processing capabilities and engaging user interface, which enhances the experience for both event goers and vendors at every sales touchpoint. To support hundreds of vendors and deliver seamless transactions, Cantaloupe’s advanced mobile handheld POS devices will be deployed throughout the festival. These devices accept all major payment methods, including Apple Pay and Google Pay, and features Wi-Fi and LTE connectivity, a rear camera, a built-in barcode reader, and a printer — all designed to ensure a frictionless transaction experience.

This collaboration highlights Cantaloupe’s ongoing expansion into new verticals, offering festivals and large venues with cutting-edge, mobile-first POS solutions. With its reliable, high-capacity technology, Cantaloupe continues on its mission to revolutionize event experiences for vendors and guests alike.

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About Cantaloupe Inc.
Cantaloupe, Inc. is a global technology leader powering self-service commerce. Cantaloupe offers a comprehensive suite of solutions including micro-payment processing, self-checkout kiosks, mobile ordering, connected point of sale systems, and enterprise cloud software. Handling more than a billion transactions annually, Cantaloupe’s solutions enhance operational efficiency and consumer engagement across sectors like food & beverage markets, smart automated retail, hospitality, entertainment venues and more. Committed to innovation, Cantaloupe drives advancements in digital payments and business optimization, serving over 30,000 customers in the U.S., U.K., EU countries, Australia, and Mexico. For more information, visit cantaloupe.com.