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Our Favorite Moments From Wolfgang Puck’s New Event-Focused Reality Show

HBO Max's new docuseries The Event, which follows the Wolfgang Puck Catering team at some of the country's biggest gatherings, made us miss live events more than ever.

Why This Virtual Production Company Hired Furloughed Event Pros Amid the Pandemic

Following the the inauguration of President Donald Trump in 2017, Toulies En Fleur’s Jill Medawar used a mix of white, pink, coral, and red roses in the centerpieces for the tables at the post-swearing-in luncheon in the U.S. Capitol. A 20-foot arrangement adorned the head table where President Trump and First Lady Melania sat with members of Congress. See more: 16 Catering and Decor Ideas From Inauguration Parties

9 At-Home Watch Party Ideas From Past U.S. Presidential Inauguration Events

Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale in Arizona is hosting outdoor meetings, complete with boardroom-style audiovisual equipment.

This Week in Event Venues: COVID-19 Vaccine Sites, Trump Bans, New Hybrid Solutions and More

At HP’s Rock On conference, attendees earned points for participating in different aspects of the event—such as the 3D “experience showcase” area (pictured). “In addition to the daily content, guests were gaining points for each networking lounge visit, Q&A question asked and for their speed and accuracy completing challenges—which kept them coming back to win exclusive prizes all while retaining important information,” explained Infinity Marketing Team’s Kristen Villarreal.

How HP’s Virtual Conference Rewarded Attendees for Meaningful Engagement

Industry Buzz

US: New Meeting Space in Tulum, Temple University Launches a Degree Program in Event Management and More

CANADA: Skate Canada Announces Cancellations, Calgary Stampede Updates, A Tech Conference Goes Virtual and More

US: IMEX Frankfurt Canceled, the Inaugural Critics Choice Super Awards and More

CANADA: Light of Day’s Virtual Fundraising Concert, the Hilton Vancouver Downtown's Opening and More

US: PSAV’s Rebrand, a Virtual Conference for Event Pros, Austin’s Newest Hotel and More

Production & Strategy

Why This Virtual Production Company Hired Furloughed Event Pros Amid the Pandemic

At HP’s Rock On conference, attendees earned points for participating in different aspects of the event—such as the 3D “experience showcase” area (pictured). “In addition to the daily content, guests were gaining points for each networking lounge visit, Q&A question asked and for their speed and accuracy completing challenges—which kept them coming back to win exclusive prizes all while retaining important information,” explained Infinity Marketing Team’s Kristen Villarreal.

How HP’s Virtual Conference Rewarded Attendees for Meaningful Engagement

Major Lazer, David Guetta, Martin Garrix, Armin van Buuren, Tchami, Duck Sauce, Snoop Dogg's DJ Snoopadelic, Diplo, Boys Noize and CamelPhat performed during the NYE event.

See Inside This Over-the-Top Virtual Music Festival That Drew 950,000 Attendees

Eight years ago, President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama danced to Jennifer Hudson singing 'Let's Stay Together' at the official Inaugural Ball, produced by Hargrove at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It was just one of many black-tie balls, all-star concerts and themed events that commemorated the occasion—which will likely look very different in 2021.

U.S. Presidential Inauguration 2021: How Would You Plan a Pandemic-Safe Celebration?

Catch up on strategically planning for future events with GES Execs

Catch up on strategically planning for future events with GES Execs

Style & Decor

Following the the inauguration of President Donald Trump in 2017, Toulies En Fleur’s Jill Medawar used a mix of white, pink, coral, and red roses in the centerpieces for the tables at the post-swearing-in luncheon in the U.S. Capitol. A 20-foot arrangement adorned the head table where President Trump and First Lady Melania sat with members of Congress. See more: 16 Catering and Decor Ideas From Inauguration Parties

9 At-Home Watch Party Ideas From Past U.S. Presidential Inauguration Events

Los Angeles-based Gifts for Good's custom gifting program allows each box, presentation and product inside to be personalized and delivered to up to 2,000 recipients. With a Goodwill-run print shop and fulfillment center designated to provide jobs to individuals with employment barriers in Southern California, Gifts for Good has been tapped for gift distribution by brands such as Google, Facebook and Amazon, among others.

10 At-Home Gifting Ideas for Remote Teams, Clients and Employees

In September 2018, guests gathered at the Brooklyn Museum for the Yellow Ball, hosted by American Express and its Platinum Card Creative Director Pharrell Williams. The evening was named and inspired by Williams, who explained the theme to attendees: “Yellow is the color of creativity and curiosity. It serves as a representation of the bright light we are shining on the need for arts education and its incredible power to paint a brighter future for us all.”

12 Event Design Ideas and Rentals Inspired by Pantone’s Colors of the Year for 2021

Holidate made its debut on Netflix in October.

10 Movies to Watch This Season for a Spark of Holiday Event Inspiration

In December 2015, the Chicago Botanic Garden hosted its 'All Aboard' fundraiser. After viewing the garden's elaborate, indoor miniature train set, guests had dinner in one of three dining rooms decorated by Event Creative. One room, with a 'Frozen Radiance' theme, used glossy all-white furniture and frosty blue lighting to create an icy look.

#ThrowbackThursday: 12 Steal-Worthy Event Design Ideas From Past Winter Benefits

Catering

Our Favorite Moments From Wolfgang Puck’s New Event-Focused Reality Show

5 Wellness-Focused Meal Delivery Options to Feed Your Remote Team

Ridgewells Catering's Susan Lacz underscored that 'the demand for individually packaged, upscale products will continue to grow,' and Ridgewells is responding with individually portioned assortments of appetizers.

What Does the Future of Catering Look Like? 13 Industry Experts Share Their Ideas

Washington, D.C.-based Ridgewells Catering dreamed up the Toasted Bourbon Cinnamon Stick cocktail for holiday soirees. Even if you're going virtual this season, you can make this festive, photo-worthy drink with bourbon, apple cider, ginger beer, fresh-squeezed lime juice, and ground cinnamon; then garnish it with thinly sliced granny smith apples and a whole smoked cinnamon stick.

Jingle Juice: 7 Festive Holiday Cocktails to Drink and Be Merry

Revelers in Palm Beach, Fla., can spice things up with Coyo Taco's customizable boxed lunch starting at $12. Complement chips and guacamole with crowd favorites such as tacos, burritos, and quesadillas.

9 Catering Options for a Sanitary At-Home Tailgate

Venues & Destinations

Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale in Arizona is hosting outdoor meetings, complete with boardroom-style audiovisual equipment.

This Week in Event Venues: COVID-19 Vaccine Sites, Trump Bans, New Hybrid Solutions and More

Oakland Tribune Tower

Oakland is Preparing to Meet the Moment

For its 15th year, Montreal’s electronic dance party Igloofest is being moved online from Jan. 14 to Feb. 6, 2021.

This Week in Canada: a Scuba Santa Show, Massey Hall’s Massive Renovation, Canadian Live Music Initiatives, and More

The Unscripted Durham's private igloos featured cozy decor and Christmas trees.

How 6 Hotels Are Celebrating the Holiday Season Safely and Festively

Set the stage for serendipitous moments at Long Beach event spaces.

Set the stage for serendipitous moments at Long Beach event spaces.

Major Lazer, David Guetta, Martin Garrix, Armin van Buuren, Tchami, Duck Sauce, Snoop Dogg's DJ Snoopadelic, Diplo, Boys Noize and CamelPhat performed during the NYE event.

See Inside This Over-the-Top Virtual Music Festival That Drew 950,000 Attendees

Eight years ago, President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama danced to Jennifer Hudson singing 'Let's Stay Together' at the official Inaugural Ball, produced by Hargrove at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It was just one of many black-tie balls, all-star concerts and themed events that commemorated the occasion—which will likely look very different in 2021.

U.S. Presidential Inauguration 2021: How Would You Plan a Pandemic-Safe Celebration?

2021 Gather Geeks Louderback

Podcast: Cracking the Code on Engagement for Virtual Events and Trade Shows (Episode 197)

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Talk Diversity to Me: How the Event Industry Can Do Better

As part of its annual Wrapped campaign, Spotify partnered with NIVA to spotlight struggling music venues. The streaming service took over the marquees of 30 closed venues with messaging commemorating how some big-name musicians got their start to draw attention to the Save Our Stages Act.

How Brands Are Supporting Music Industry Pros in Creative Ways

Los Angeles-based Gifts for Good's custom gifting program allows each box, presentation and product inside to be personalized and delivered to up to 2,000 recipients. With a Goodwill-run print shop and fulfillment center designated to provide jobs to individuals with employment barriers in Southern California, Gifts for Good has been tapped for gift distribution by brands such as Google, Facebook and Amazon, among others.

10 At-Home Gifting Ideas for Remote Teams, Clients and Employees

5 Wellness-Focused Meal Delivery Options to Feed Your Remote Team

Real estate company Jamestown’s virtual New Year’s Eve celebration recreated the world of the iconic Times Square ball drop with avatars, games, performances, augmented reality features, and more.

Event Tech Check: 8 Innovative New Tech Tools You Should Know About This Month

Some venues are offering larger-than-usual event spaces to allow for social distancing. For a conference held at The Fairmont Austin, for example, the floor plan allowed for 170 seats to be spaced six feet apart. Each attendee had their own 'pod' with a comfortable chair and table. See more: See How This Corporate Meeting Offers a Template for Future Live Events

Business as Unusual: How Event Venues Are Keeping Guests Safe During COVID-19

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7 Ways Data Can Help You Plan Better Events

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Most Innovative Brands in Events 2020

To celebrate its new movie The Croods: A New Age, Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation tapped Los Angeles-based production agency 15/40 to create an immersive drive-thru experience and screening that transported guests into the film’s whimsical world.

See Inside An Over-the-Top Drive-Thru Experience for 'The Croods: A New Age'

“The overall scale of the wedding was much more compact,” explained Zani. “Instead of decorating an entire venue, vignettes in the couples' style were created for each of the moments that they wanted to capture. We used sketches and storyboards to communicate and discuss these vignettes with the couple ahead of time so they could be involved in how the virtual audience experienced what was happening in the venue.”

Best of Both Worlds: How Event Pros Are Finding Balance in Hybrid Events

In addition to practical tips, readers in 2020 wanted to learn about advocacy efforts for the industry, like the Live Events Coalition’s “empty events” this summer. See more: Why Were There a Bunch of Empty Tables on the National Mall?

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