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LineLeap

Nightlife platform facilitating reservations and ticketing

Overview

LineLeap is a nightlife platform that connects venues and patrons with line-skipping passes, drink deals, and event ticketing. Patrons reserve spots at bars, buy VIP access to concerts, and pay cover charges with digital methods like Venmo, PayPal, or credit cards. The service integrates reservations, ticketing, and payments in one flow, while venues manage inventory and collect fees from transactions and commissions. Its goal is to become the go-to platform for urban nightlife by offering faster entry, simpler payments, and access to popular events.

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About LineLeap

Simplify's Rating
Why LineLeap is rated
C+
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consumer SoftwareFintechEntertainment

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$34.7M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2017

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What believers are saying

  • The November 2025 $200 million valuation validates investor appetite and hiring momentum.
  • LineLeap's September 2026 CEP deepens retention through texts, push notifications, and customer lists.
  • White Claw Surge partnership proves national brands will route promotions through LineLeap.

What critics are saying

  • Venues can copy LineLeap's CEP features after September 29, 2026, compressing pricing.
  • BuzzPass integration still matters; fragmented product stacks break operator adoption and sales cycles.
  • A venue churn wave in college towns kills transaction volume and makes LineLeap irrelevant.

What makes LineLeap unique

  • LineLeap bundled line-skips, ticketing, cover payments, and CRM in September 2026.
  • White Claw Surge used LineLeap exclusively for 16 college markets on September 2, 2026.
  • LineLeap reached over 800 venues across 150 cities by November 2026.

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Funding

Total Funding

$34.7M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

6 Rounds

Notable Investors:
Seed funding is usually the first official round after pre-seed, when a startup has a prototype or concept. It’s typically used to develop the product, test the market, and start building the team. Investors here are often angel investors or early-stage venture capitalists.
Seed Funding Comparison
Above Average

Industry standards

$3.3M
$2M
$2.3M
$3M
$10M

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Remote Work Options
  • Stock Options
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

-6%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

2%
Business Wire
Nov 19th, 2025
LineLeap Valued at $200 Million Following New Funding Round to Accelerate Expansion

LineLeap, the leading platform transforming how people experience their favorite bars, venues, and brands, today announced the close of its funding round, va...

Business Wire
Nov 18th, 2025
LineLeap Valued at $200M After Funding

LineLeap has closed a funding round, valuing the company at $200 million and bringing its total capital raised to over $30 million. The platform, founded in 2017 by Patrick Skelly, Nick Becker, and Max Schauff, is supported by strategic investors such as Y Combinator, The Chainsmokers, NHL and NFL owners, and entertainment industry executives.

Business Wire
Jul 3rd, 2025
LineLeap Acquires BuzzPass to Accelerate Market Expansion and Strengthen National Footprint

LineLeap Acquires BuzzPass to Accelerate Market Expansion and Strengthen their National Footprint.

Go With Canvas
Oct 3rd, 2024
LineLeap (YC S19) Closes Seed Round

Go With Canvas advised Line Services, Inc., doing business as LineLeap, on its Seed financing led by eLab Ventures. Go With Canvas attorneys Brittany Bradshaw, Terrence Reeves and Abraham Williamson advised LineLeap on the financing.

Leads on Trees
Sep 12th, 2024
LineLeap Secures $10 Million in Seed Funding to Revolutionize Nightlife Experiences!

LineLeap, the revolutionary mobile app transforming the nightlife experience, has successfully raised $10,000,000 in its latest funding round. The innovative platform allows customers to purchase LineSkip passes, drinks, cover, and event tickets at over 400 of the top nightlife venues in the country, making it easier than ever for patrons to enjoy their nights out. Since its participation in Y Combinator in the summer of 2019, LineLeap has amassed a community of over 800,000 satisfied customers, all seeking a more efficient and enjoyable way to navigate the bustling nightlife scene. The new funding will be instrumental in further enhancing LineLeap's already impressive technology, enabling venues to tap into fresh revenue streams while reaching their audiences through targeted push notifications, in-app messages, and engaging email campaigns. With a long-term vision of controlling a significant percentage of transactions across nightlife venues nationwide, LineLeap aims to establish itself as the leading mobile point of sale in the $100 billion nightlife and entertainment industry. This funding marks a pivotal moment for LineLeap as it continues to innovate and redefine the customer experience in nightlife, making it fun and faster for everyone involved. As they continue to expand their partnerships and enhance their offerings, the excitement for what lies ahead for LineLeap and its users is palpable.

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