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The Recording Academy's Grammy Celebration

Grammys 2024: 40+ Trend-Setting Event Ideas From the Week's Star-Packed Parties

Record rainfall didn't stop music's biggest stars from celebrating in style. Peek inside the decor-heavy Grammys parties from The Recording Academy, Spotify, Warner Music Group, and more.

Revolutionize events with attendee tracking.

The Silent Revolution

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Winners of BizBash's 11th Annual Event Experience Awards

The entrance featured team flags and light posts in the shape of hockey sticks.

2024 NHL All-Star Weekend: Where Brands Engaged Hockey Fans of All Ages

Banff National Park's natural beauty is undoubtedly its main draw—as are its three world-class ski resorts. Established in 1885, it is Canada's oldest national park.

Banff in the Winter? Trust Us—It Makes for a Can't-Miss Meeting Destination

White Papers & E-books

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Crafting a New Playbook for Sports Events & Experiences

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The Overwhelmed Marketer's Guide to Scaling Brand Experiences

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Harnessing the Power of Event Technology

A place where people passionate about the power of live experiences come together.

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Understanding Attendees Through Their Values—Not Demographics

Meet David Allison, an author and globally recognized researcher who brings a riveting perspective on better understanding audiences.

Illuminating the Intricacies of Event Lighting

A Seat at the 'Head Table' (Pt. 2)

Inside KIND and Lara Condor's 'Better You by Lana' Pop-Up

How KIND Convinced Consumers to Break Their New Year's Resolutions

2024 Sundance Film Festival: See Inside Activations From Disney, Adobe, Chase Sapphire, and More

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20 Cool Event Ideas You May Have Missed From ESPN, Moët & Chandon, Peacock, and More

One of Emmys night's most popular after-parties was the HBO | Max Nominees Reception, which was held at San Vicente Bungalows in West Hollywood. The invite-only party drew the casts of Succession, The White Lotus, The Last of Us, House of the Dragon, A Black Lady Sketch Show, Last Week Tonight, and more; it was designed and produced by Bespoke Bohéme. See more: Emmy Awards 2024: Steal-Worthy Event Design Details From TV's Biggest Night

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Tips for Using Short-Term Rental Platforms for Events

Tips for Using Short-Term Rental Platforms for Events

CES 2024: Where Cutting-Edge Tech Met Innovative Exhibit Design

The team from Carillon Miami Wellness Resort plans to bring a variety of touchless wellness technologies to various trade shows that can offer quick, 10-minute recharge sessions to attendees.

7 Wellness Trends to Expect at Large-Scale Events in 2024

In support of InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball 2023's “Le Sceptre Rose” theme, the hotel's culinary team crafted mini profiteroles topped with heart-shaped chocolates served in bubble bowls for guests to pair with welcome Champagne at the cocktail reception. See more: How This Renowned Miami Gala Engaged Attendees with a Spy-Themed Parisian Affair

12 Creative Catering Trays We Love From Recent Events

Event producer Tina Li sees an event like the Unforgettable Gala as a chance to spotlight and boost API-owned vendors and enterprises. “Events like this let us promote and support our community not just on camera or onstage, but also behind the scenes,” she said. “It’s truly an event uplifting APIs—where the actual heavy lifting is also done by APIs.”

How This Gala Became an Authentic Spotlight for the Asian and Pacific Islander Community

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Industry Innovators 2024: 10 Caterers and F&B Profs Who Are Rewriting the Rules of Gastronomy

David Stark also created unique centerpieces for the 2018 Robin Hood benefit, also held at the Javits Center. The event, which had a “Lights of New York” theme, featured three-sided mini marquee centerpieces that offered messages of gratitude and celebrated the organization's anniversary.

15 Unexpected Centerpieces We Can't Stop Thinking About

More plant-based food options like these tomato hors d’oeuvres from Pinch will appear on menus in 2024.

What Will Guests Be Eating and Drinking in 2024?

Engage!18's Great White North Gala

Ice Ice Baby: Lean Into the Season with These Sleek Winter Decor Ideas

Something Vintage's colorful pink sofas line their DC showroom.

Something Vintage: The Event Rental Company Outlier

Webinars & Virtual Events

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From Budget to Brilliance

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Creating Sustainable Event Experiences

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Tech Trends 2024: Shaping the Future of Events

New Event Tech Tools for February 2024

Event Tech Check: Cool New Tools for Attendee Insights, Digital Floor Plans, and More

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Guest Column: 3 Ways to Create Personalized Event Experiences with AI-Driven Insights

New Event Tech Tools for January 2024

Event Tech Check: An AI Certificate for Event Planners, Plus New Tools You Should Know About

Effective event communications for mobile presentations.

How to Choose the Best Event Communication Headsets

'We leaned into the idea of being 'at the end of the world' in several areas of the event with large-scale projections of Icelandic environments and custom-built windows revealing the locale,' said Hardaway.

See FX's Tech-Forward Twist on the Standard Murder Mystery Dinner Party

Bulleit Frontier Whiskey debuted the Bulleit Limitless Lounge on Nov. 7. The multisensory, immersive bar in Downtown LA blends art, design, cocktails, music, and projection mapping technology to create a physical space where the walls, furniture, and floors change from one scene to another while guests enjoy their drinks. Bulleit partnered with the immersive media artists at Optical Animal to create four designs centered on nature, art, music, and imagination; the music theme (pictured), for example, begins as a single bouncing thread that wraps the room, reacting to the sounds of artist Bronze Whale’s track “Good Enough.” As the track builds, the room transforms into a colorful variety of audio visualizations that react to the music.

Event Tech Check: New Tools for Event Management, Booking, Gift-Giving, and More

For Bebe Rexha’s performance, STURDY. head of production Kyle Nolan said the team looked at existing music videos for the two songs she was performing for inspiration.

This Year's Billboard Music Awards Had a New Format. Is This the Future of Award Shows?

BizBash Magazine Fall 2023: The Big Ideas Issue

Fall 2023: The Big Ideas Issue

BizBash Magazine Spring 2023: The Venue and Supplier Guide

Spring 2023: The Venue and Supplier Guide

BizBash Magazine Fall 2022: The Innovation Issue

Fall 2022: The Innovation Issue

BizBash Magazine Spring 2022: The Venue and Supplier Guide

Spring 2022: The Venue and Supplier Guide

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Tips for Using Short-Term Rental Platforms for Events

Tips for Using Short-Term Rental Platforms for Events

Event Venue News for January 2024

What's New in Event Venues: Extended-Stay Properties, Authenticity-Focused Hotel Design, and More

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10 Hotels Opening in 2024 That Event Profs Should Know About

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These Stunning Spots Around the World Are Primed for 'Bleisure' Travel in 2024

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Planning an Incentive Trip

Booking.com and Warner Bros. Pictures have teamed up to celebrate the holidays and the debut of Wonka by offering two limited-time stays at Wonka’s Sweet Suites at Park Lane New York (pictured) and Viceroy Santa Monica. The suites, inspired by the film, are each equipped with life-size props and chocolate confections, plus a bed topped with 'marshmallows' set amid cotton candy clouds; each booking also comes with tickets to see Wonka in theaters. Wonka’s Sweet Suites were available to book on a first-come, first-served basis for stays from Dec. 15-16, and are priced at $12.15 (the date the film is released). See more: 24 Holiday Happenings Heating Up the Season

What's New in Event Venues: Neuroinclusive Practices, Virtual Concierges, Unique Rentals, and More

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5 New Venues in East Canada for Fall 2023 Meetings and Events

US: Bruno Mars to Open Las Vegas Cocktail Lounge, Convene's New NYC Location, Hotel del Coronado to Open a Nobu, and More

CANADA: Red Bull Soapbox Race Returns to Canada, LunarFest, Just For Laughs Vancouver, and More

US: The Dufour Collaborative's New Partner, The Urban Oyster in Baltimore, The Logan's New GM, and More

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Guest Column: 4 Best Practices for Hosting a Successful Company Kickoff Event

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Q&A: TED's New Chief Program and Strategy Officer Discusses the Growing Power of Events

The DCi team was hands-on for an event at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s newest event space, Grand Social. The design incorporated living plants, rustic wood accents, and pops of color.

Tips for Getting the Most Out of Working with a DMC

IMEX America hosts 30-minute 'first-timer tours' to help new attendees navigate the event's massive footprint.

8 Tips for Engaging with First-Timers at Annual Events

CES 2024: Where Cutting-Edge Tech Met Innovative Exhibit Design

Why Was Walmart at CES This Year? Inside Its Massive Activation at the Tech Trade Show

One of the buzziest products at this year's CES, LG's OLED TV is billed as the first 4K wireless, transparent TV.

What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: Hot Products at CES 2024, Highlights From PCMA Convening Leaders, Meeting Group Discounts, and More

The global financial company’s sponsorship of the tournament is currently set to run through 2028.

How American Express Supports This Local Community Through Golf

Clever Plays Event Profs Can Take Out of the Sports Marketing Playbook

Clever Plays Event Profs Can Take From the Sports Marketing Playbook

The Seattle Kraken's new mascot, Buoy, kept fans entertained during the NHL Winter Classic.

NHL Winter Classic 2024: How the League Turns a Baseball Stadium Into an Ice Rink

Greater Phoenix has emerged as a premier destination for mega events thanks to a track record of successfully hosting some of the country's most recognizable sporting competitions, from the Super Bowl to the NCAA Final Four and more.

Welcome to Championship Valley

For the registration experience, GGL designed a space that focused on and celebrated the location of the game—Houston. Guests were welcomed with personalized folios containing all event materials, credentials, and guides. The decor included larger-than-life symbols of Texas as well as oversize faux books that created a CFP library of sorts. Titles included “A Brief History of the Hail Mary” and “The Official Biography of Perry the Pylon” (the CFP mascot).

See How Traditions and Trends Combined at the College Football Playoff Gifting Experience

Designed by Raven Lake Studio and in partnership with Arts & Letters Creative Co., the ring is about one foot in height and width and is worn on three fingers. The ring appeared at Playoff Fan Central and within ESPN programming leading up to the championship game. Players from Michigan had a chance to wear the ring on the field immediately following their win.

How Brands Won Over Fans at the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship Game

On Dec. 9, Columbus Crew beat LAFC 2-1 in the MLS Cup Final. A parade celebrating the championship was held Dec. 12.

How the 2023 MLS Cup Became a Second Chance for a Big Celebration in Columbus