Bad Ass Events

April 2, 2016

The March 16 opening-night event took place in 10 international markets, including Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (pictured). Held at a warehouse space, the event included a skateboard competition.

The March 16 opening-night event took place in 10 international markets, including Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (pictured). Held at a warehouse space, the event included a skateboard competition.

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FX's 'A Murder at the End of the World' Dinner Party

Trend Spotted: Murder Mysteries Are Having a Moment at Events

From Suites to the Field: Private Event Spaces at Allegiant Stadium

Inside Allegiant Stadium: Vegas’ Most Unexpected Venue for Unforgettable Private Events

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Laps, Luxury, and Logistics: Inside the 2025 Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix

W Hotels recently revealed a multimillion-dollar transformation of W Austin—and the resulting space now boasts the Texas capital's largest suite. Penthouse I (pictured) spans 1,798 square feet; in addition to panoramic views of Lady Bird Lake and the Austin skyline, the suite has a separate service entrance, perfect for catered social gatherings at the large dining table. The hotel has 32 suites in all, which offer personalized concierge service, Dyson Airblades, record players, and exclusive artwork from artists across Texas and beyond.

What's New in Event Venues: Art-Centric Experiences, All-Inclusive Resort Add-Ons, and More

Programming & Entertainment

Trend Spotted: Murder Mysteries Are Having a Moment at Events

From mystery-centric dinner parties to true-crime-inspired experiences, more and more events are letting guests channel their inner detective.

FX's 'A Murder at the End of the World' Dinner Party

Inside Allegiant Stadium: Vegas’ Most Unexpected Venue for Unforgettable Private Events

Create unforgettable experiences and host your next event at Allegiant Stadium.

From Suites to the Field: Private Event Spaces at Allegiant Stadium

Laps, Luxury, and Logistics: Inside the 2025 Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix

BizBash went on the track, in the Paddock, and behind the scenes at Hard Rock Stadium to learn about the fourth installment of Miami’s biggest and best Race Week of the year.

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What's New in Event Venues: Art-Centric Experiences, All-Inclusive Resort Add-Ons, and More

BizBash rounds up the latest news from hotels, convention centers, meeting spaces, restaurants, and other event venues around the world.

W Hotels recently revealed a multimillion-dollar transformation of W Austin—and the resulting space now boasts the Texas capital's largest suite. Penthouse I (pictured) spans 1,798 square feet; in addition to panoramic views of Lady Bird Lake and the Austin skyline, the suite has a separate service entrance, perfect for catered social gatherings at the large dining table. The hotel has 32 suites in all, which offer personalized concierge service, Dyson Airblades, record players, and exclusive artwork from artists across Texas and beyond.

Small City, Big Impact: The Québec City Advantage

Compared to larger convention destinations, Québec City stands out as a boutique alternative—with the same amenities and convenience.

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Experiential Marketing, Activations & Sponsorships

Get a Peek Inside These Star-Studded Beauty Events

Haircare, skincare, and makeup brands, including celeb-founded lines from Beyoncé, Paris Hilton, Selena Gomez, and Serena Williams, connected with consumers through creative activations and recent events.

Chillhouse’s Forever Wear Launch

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

Inside Motorola’s Bold, Multisensory Razr Launch Event

Laps, Luxury, and Logistics: Inside the 2025 Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix

Get a Peek Inside These Star-Studded Beauty Events

Step Inside the First-Ever, Brand-Packed Ulta Beauty World Event

Guest Column: Still Not Using AI for Events? Here’s What You’re Missing

Event Tech & Tools

Guest Column: Still Not Using AI for Events? Here’s What You’re Missing

The CEO of Sequence shares five practical ways to use AI to boost your event productivity ASAP.

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Experiential Marketing, Activations & Sponsorships

Inside Motorola’s Bold, Multisensory Razr Launch Event

The visually striking debut for the brand's latest Razr flip smartphone featured immersive design, stylish photo ops, and surprise sensory elements.

The launch event for Motorola's new Razr flip phone took place on April 24.

Why Audiences Tune Out & What Experiential Events Do Better

Your audience isn’t bored, they’re underserved.

When the audience drives the interaction, the message sticks. This Shell Recharge activation turned learning into a hands-on moment, because engagement beats explanation.

Event Design & Decor

‘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.

Your Venue's AV Isn't On Your Team: Our Hot Take

In-house AV is convenient—but convenience can cost you more than you think.

avad3 designed and executed a custom AV solution for the world's largest retailer and its third-party sellers in Las Vegas.

Event Design & Decor

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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