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Trend Spotted: Murder Mysteries Are Having a Moment at Events
Since 1996, more than 175 people have lost their lives at U.S. concerts, with over 722 deaths reported globally due to event-related crowd incidents. According to the Pink Bows Foundation, 82% of these were caused by preventable hazards.
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How a Tragic Loss Led to This Groundbreaking Event Safety Initiative
For a 2023 event, Pixis Drones created a massive Pac-Man game in front of the Manhattan skyline using 750 drones. Watch a video here.
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Bringing a Drone Show to Your Next Event? Follow These Expert Tips
Makenzie Stokel and Channing Moreland started EVA when they were college roommates in Nashville. The pair, now 30 years old, are on a mission to connect corporate clients with high-quality event entertainment.
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Fragrance Foundation Revives Formal Ceremony for FiFi Awards
At the 'Hamageddon Experience,' a group of restaurant vendors joined forces to dish out a variety of pork platters. With a rock 'n' roll-inspired theme, the stage saw pork-related demos and seminars, as well as performances by rock bands.
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First Great GoogaMooga Festival Attracts Crowds of Foodies, Music Lovers
In Race to Erase MS tradition, a rendition of 'Lean On Me' served as the evening's finale, this year led by Stevie Wonder, who was joined by Nancy Davis, LaToya Jackson, Noelle Scaggs from Fitz and the Tantrums, Clay Walker, David Cook, the Tenors, and an array of past American Idol contestants.
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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
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How a Tragic Loss Led to This Groundbreaking Event Safety Initiative
The inaugural Showstop Procedure training and certification takes place in Houston this month in honor of Madison Dubiski, who was 23 when she was killed at the Astroworld Festival in 2021.
Since 1996, more than 175 people have lost their lives at U.S. concerts, with over 722 deaths reported globally due to event-related crowd incidents. According to the Pink Bows Foundation, 82% of these were caused by preventable hazards.
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Bringing a Drone Show to Your Next Event? Follow These Expert Tips
Here's how brands and event hosts can safely—and effectively—grab attention with a high-flying drone display.
For a 2023 event, Pixis Drones created a massive Pac-Man game in front of the Manhattan skyline using 750 drones. Watch a video here.
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How This Platform Is Simplifying Corporate Event Entertainment Booking
EVA—which just announced $2 million in funding—bridges the gap between planners and performers, offering a streamlined, tech-driven approach to booking event entertainment.
Makenzie Stokel and Channing Moreland started EVA when they were college roommates in Nashville. The pair, now 30 years old, are on a mission to connect corporate clients with high-quality event entertainment.
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Booking a Controversial Event Speaker? Here’s How to Prepare for the Unexpected
Careful preparation and clear communication are key to managing the risks of booking a potentially polarizing speaker.
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How to Creatively Execute Stunts at Events—Without Sacrificing Safety
Last month's The Fall Guy premiere grabbed headlines with five action-packed stunts on the red carpet. Learn how the team pulled it off—and see some other jaw-dropping stunt moments we've loved at events.
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Event Personalization Moments That Really Worked
Personal touches, from custom playlists to innovative swag, are redefining attendee engagement. Here, event professionals share some of the most effective personalization moments they've created.
For a six-city tour with German gin brand Monkey47, creative marketing agency BMF designed custom silk scarves—which were then styled on site to enhance attendees' personal looks. “We chose scarves over any other branded giveaway because they are definitely having a fashion moment and allowed for guests to still embrace their individuality,” explains Melissa Notaro, a creative director for BMF.
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Smooth Moves: How to Create Engaging Transition Moments at Events
Moving guests from one room to another can be an unexpected place for some surprise-and-delight moments.
“We once had a premiere for a show that was set in New Orleans, and transitioning 250 guests from the screening room to the after-party was an opportunity for us to enhance the experience by bringing in a New Orleans-style second line band—who led the entire audience across a busy NYC street,' remembers Vox Media's Tara Reilly. 'It not only created a smooth transition, but it gave our audience an unexpected experience that was memorable and sparked conversation.”
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Q&A: How Neon Carnival Became One of the Year's Most Coveted Event Invites
Hospitality veteran Brent Bolthouse discusses why the Coachella-adjacent party has stood the test of time, why he refuses to sell tickets, and the hospitality trends he's loving (and hating) right now.
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7 Important Tips for Working with Event DJs
The right DJ can make or break the vibe of your event. Here are some tips for getting it right.
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SXSW 2024 Preview: Catching Up with the Festival's Chief Programming Officer on What’s New and Noteworthy
BizBash tapped SXSW’s longtime programming chief, Hugh Forrest, to dish on what to expect at this year’s fest, taking place March 8-16 in Austin, Texas.
South by Southwest 2024 is anticipated to draw 300,000 guests to downtown Austin, Texas, March 8-16 for keynote and featured speaker sessions, music festivals, brand activations, film premieres, over-the-top events, and so much more.
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7 Wellness Trends to Expect at Large-Scale Events in 2024
From tech-infused therapies to sound healing to new food waste efforts, we spoke with seven wellness industry players to find out which trends they predict at big events in 2024.
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.
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