Live events really kicked back into gear in 2022, and based on our most-viewed stories from the year, readers were eager to get event inspo from high-profile events that returned in full force like Coachella, SXSW, and Cannes Lions.
But specific topics had people curious too, including the metaverse (what does the future hold for events there?), trade show engagement (how can your booth stand out on a crowded floor?), and sustainability (what are some ideas for eco-friendly swag?).
Of course, readers were also excited to meet new classes of standout event profs from our annual lists like the Connect x BizBash's 40 Under 40 and Industry Innovators, plus the winners of the previous year's BizBash Event Experience Awards (EEAs).
Find those and more on the 25 most-viewed stories published this year on BizBash.com...
1. Coachella 2022: Peek Inside the Festival's Buzziest Parties & Brand Activations
Brands like Absolut, Spotify, American Express, NYLON, DIRECTV, and HP celebrated the festival's triumphant return with eye-catching, out-of-the-box activations and parties.
2. SXSW 2022: How Brands Drew Attention at the Festival's Big Return IRL
The 10-day festival and conference returned to Austin this year, drawing creative brand activations and events from the likes of Slack, Peacock, Cheetos, Samsung, and more. Here’s a look at some highlights.
3. 2022 Forecast: What's Next in Experiential Marketing?
Top experiential experts share their biggest predictions and favorite trends for the year ahead.
4. Cannes Lions 2022: How Top Brands Drew Attention at the Jam-Packed Festival of Creativity
For the first in-person festival since 2019, brands like Meta, Pinterest, Reddit, and Spotify drew attention through design-forward yachts, cabanas, and beachside activations.
5. Event Design Trends We Loved at Coachella This Year
From neon lighting to fun photo ops to plenty of florals, here are even more ways brands grabbed attention at the music festival's big return.
6. 10 Cool Event Ideas You May Have Missed From VH1, Oreo, e.l.f. Cosmetics, and More
Here’s a look at 10 steal-worthy ideas we spotted in January 2022.
7. Is the Metaverse the Future of Events? We Weighed the Pros and Cons
Event experts answered our burning questions about the topic that's on everyone's mind right now.
8. This Colorful Freeform Pop-Up Offered a Clever Twist on the Traditional Swag Bag
To promote the new series Single Drunk Female, Freeform created a grocery store-inspired activation filled with self-care items, Instagrammable moments and a unique choose-your-own-swag shopping experience.
9. 18 Event Design Ideas From SXSW 2022
Brands like Twitter, Dell Technologies, and Prime Video pulled out all the stops for the design of their interactive activations at this year's event. Here, steal a few ideas from the creative concepts.
10. 8 Steal-Worthy Event Ideas BizBash Spotted on Instagram
Here, BizBash is sharing scroll-stopping Instagram photos to serve as inspiration for your next live, virtual or hybrid event.
11. 13 Over-the-Top Uses of Color and Pattern We're Loving Right Now
From dramatic palettes to creative explosions of pattern, these color-centric event designs are keeping us inspired during the cold winter months.
12. 20 Trade Show Booth Ideas We Love—and Why They Worked
Want your trade show booth to stand out on a crowded show floor? Follow this advice.
13. 40 Corporate Holiday Party Ideas for 2022
Whether you’re planning a companywide party, an intimate event, or a digital shindig, here are some decor, catering, entertainment, and gifting ideas for celebrating this season.
14. NYFW 2022: Inside the Event's Engaging Brand Activations
Afterpay, Yahoo, Alo, and even UPS made a sartorial splash at this month’s New York Fashion Week.
15. 15 Cool Event Ideas You May Have Missed From Daily Harvest, Peacock, Tennis Channel, and More
Here’s a look at the steal-worthy ideas we spotted in May 2022.
16. See Who Won the 2021 BizBash Event Experience Awards, Powered by MeetingPlay + Aventri
From clever experiential marketing moments from brands like AT&T, Pandora, Postmates and Sunglass Hut to innovative conferences and catering concepts, see what stood out to our judges as the best in live, virtual and hybrid experiences from 2021.
17. 14 Cool Event Ideas You May Have Missed From Dunkin', e.l.f. Cosmetics, Madewell, Vizzy, and More
Here’s a look at the steal-worthy ideas we spotted in April 2022.
18. Meet the 2022 Connect x BizBash 40 Under 40
Members of our first co-branded 40 Under 40 list are leading the way to a new generation of meetings and events.
19. 10 Ideas for Sustainable Swag and Eco-Friendly Corporate Gifts
From paper masks to COâ‚‚ removal, here are a few ways to support the planet and show some love to attendees, employees, clients, and more.
20. Meet the Finalists for the 2021 BizBash Event Experience Awards, Powered by MeetingPlay + Aventri
Winners in more than 60 categories will be announced during a special virtual award ceremony hosted by BizBash and MeetingPlay + Aventri on Feb. 9.
21. Industry Innovators 2022: 20 Experiential Experts Changing the Future of Consumer Events
These creative agency leaders are redefining what's possible in experiential marketing through engaging activations, smart pop-ups, and over-the-top stunts for big brands.
22. Event Design Inspiration: Everyday Objects, But Make It Glamorous
From toilet paper and solo cups to paint cans and aluminum foil, here are some unconventional ways classic household items have created standout event decor.
23. 14 Cool Event Ideas You May Have Missed From Spotify, Delta, TikTok, and MoreHere’s a look at some steal-worthy ideas we spotted in September 2022.
24. 15 Cool Event Ideas You May Have Missed From The Price Is Right, Paris Hilton, Gymshark, and More
Here’s a look at the steal-worthy ideas we spotted in March 2022.
25. 10 Scroll-Stopping Event Ideas BizBash Double Tapped on Instagram
Here, BizBash is sharing Instagram photos full of steal-worthy event ideas to serve as inspiration for your next gathering.
