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Event Design & Decor

7 Smart Ways to Beat the Heat at Outdoor Events

Atlanta-based event designer Frank Carlisi shares pro tips for keeping guests cool, your food fresh, and the vibe polished when temps rise.

'Choose a location where you can offer respite for guests—whether that’s shade elements, indoor-outdoor flow, or partial coverage,' Carlisi suggests. 'It’s all about asking: How many options do we have, and how many ways can we use the space creatively?”

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Inside Rosé Day LA: How This Luxe Lifestyle Event Became a Must-Attend for Brands

From over-the-top floral displays to a skydiving stunt next to a Formula 1 car, here’s how Rosé Day LA continues to raise the bar for experiential design, sponsor integration, and strategic luxury.

Rosé Day Los Angeles took place on June 14. The event is produced by an experienced hospitality team led by Ben Biscotti of 1iota Productions; nightlife visionaries Sylvain Bitton, JT Torregiani, and David Jarrett; Tony Schubert of Event Eleven; and culinary icon Marc Forgione.

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Step Right Up: 10 Carnival Decor Ideas That Balance Whimsy and Elegance

Tackle this tried-and-true theme with decor ideas that walk the tightrope between fun and fashionable.

Talk about an over-the-top birthday party: In 2019, philanthropists Christine and Gabriel Chiu hosted a carnival-inspired bash at a children's museum in Santa Monica, Calif., for their son's first birthday. The Chius worked with Aliana Events to produce the event, inspired by the Santa Monica Pier, with carnival games, an arcade, puppets, and this oversized Ferris wheel filled with flowers. See more: This Toddler's Birthday Party Had a Gucci Claw Machine

How ESPN Rose to the Occasion with Intricate Floral Installations to Celebrate the NBA Finals

Mr. Flower Fantastic replicated the iconic logos of the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers out of flowers in the lead-up to the NBA Finals.

Event Design & Decor

How BET’s Stylish Anniversary Dinner Honored the Past—and Embraced the Future

A rich color palette, archival footage, and a carefully curated performance lineup brought legacy and innovation together for this 480-guest celebration of BET’s 45th year.

BET's 45th anniversary dinner was held on June 7 at the Beverly Wilshire.

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Why Guests Wore Sneakers to This Black-Tie Gala

At the California Science Center’s 26th annual Discovery Ball, attendees enjoyed Dodger Dogs, danced on a basketball court, and raised paddles—or foam fingers—for a good cause.

The gala took place on April 26, with a sports-centric design and production from the museum's internal events team.

Step Right Up: 10 Carnival Decor Ideas That Balance Whimsy and Elegance

Cannes Lions 2025: 90+ Bold Builds and Big Ideas From the French Festival of Creativity

Industry Innovators 2025: Sephora

Disney+ Leaned Into Y2K Vibes for a 'Throwback' Pop-Up Experience in LA

How Over-the-Top Event Invites Can Make a Big Impact

See How Disney’s Phineas and Ferb Transformed a Porta-Potty into a Music Festival Activation

Event Profs Share the Catering Moments They’ll Never Forget

Get inspired by these standout food and beverage ideas that show how food can surprise, delight, and even steal the show.

At a fundraiser for Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, caterer Blue Plate created a five-course dinner inspired by how a child with autism experiences the world. One course was called 'Things Aren’t Always As They Seem.' It was meant to surprise the guests, with cheese molded to resemble summer fruits, pumpernickel “dirt,” chocolate-covered “grasshoppers,” edible “pebbles,” and grilled bread.

CORT Events Pop-Up Series: Personalization in Action

A Personal Invitation to the Future of Events

At CORT Events, our hands-on approach ensures every detail is within your reach. From warehouse to welcome, we bring a firm grasp on style, comfort, and function, helping you craft spaces that leave a lasting impression.

Event Design & Decor

8 Steal-Worthy Event Ideas BizBash Spotted on Instagram

Take a peek at Instagram photos full of wow-worthy event ideas to serve as inspiration for your next gathering.

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‘Feathers Galore’: Step Inside the Colorful Carnaval Ambiance of City Harvest’s Annual Gala

The NYC food rescue organization hosted its yearly fundraising event, which featured a vibrant tropical theme inspired by lively cultural celebrations.

Projection mapping helped immerse guests into the theme.

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This Historic Theater Turned a 100-Year Milestone Into a One-of-a-Kind Gala

The Pasadena Playhouse celebrated its centennial with a bold, unconventional gala featuring immersive projection mapping and a surprise escrow announcement—all while shattering fundraising records.

While officially buying the building before the gala was always the goal, event planner Sam Palmer was careful to ensure the gathering would be successful even if the timing didn’t work out. “We had a million different plans, because quite frankly, a million details needed to go right for that to happen,' he said. 'Our leadership and board worked very, very hard to get us across the finish line, and it was a beautiful moment.”

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Coachella 2025: 8 Design Trends You’ll Want to Steal for Your Next Event

Coachella’s biggest visual moments weren’t just onstage. Check out these inspo-filled design trends that turned brand activations and festival spaces into can’t-miss experiences.

1. Mirrors and Reflective Elements

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