Market research is an essential part of the professional event organiser’s toolkit. There are many ways to go about it, including sending out a survey and hosting a focus group event. We’ve already covered everything related to event surveys. Now it’s time to outline how to conduct a focus group so you can get more […]
14 Sobering Ideas for University Events
University life is all about stimulating the little grey brain cells…and subsequently putting them to sleep at the next campus party. But students aren’t only interested in drinking. Some students, rare as they may be, are also interested in learning. That gives you, as a budding event organiser, the perfect window of opportunity to sharpen […]
A Heroic Effort: How to Start a Fan Convention
Comic books have been around for a long time, but modern “geek” culture has grown into something new. As superheroes, gaming, and anime have risen into public view, the fan convention has become an unstoppable beast. Make no mistake, fans love their cons. If you’re a fan yourself, you may be thinking about your own […]
Dietary Requirements for Events: 10 Key Restrictions to Know
There’s an old saying: After people have forgotten what you said, they’ll remember how you made them feel. The same goes for your guests’ dietary requirements at events. If you take special care with their food, they’ll remember that you made them feel worthy. But lactose-intolerant vegetarians will also remember how you served them a […]
Your Event Contingency Plan: Safety First, Party Later
The importance of contingency planning for events can’t be understated. You know the old story about the ant and the grasshopper. What happens when disaster strikes and you’re not ready? Well, disaster happens. It’s more work up front, but trust us: You’ll want to cover your bases with a solid contingency plan. Event organisers are […]
How to Organise a Music Festival: 4 Steps to Success
We are well and truly in the age of the festival. All over the world, successful festivals are becoming brands unto themselves. In a music industry where success is far from guaranteed, a music festival done right can be amazing for all involved. Done wrong, it can be catastrophic. Horror stories such as the Fyre […]
Event Equipment Hire 101: What You Need and Where to Find It
As all event organisers know, good events require a lot of pieces to fit together. Some of those pieces are absolutely essential for the event to take off in the first place. So let’s talk about the tools of the trade: event equipment. This guide will go over… Which events need equipment Generic equipment needed […]
The Ultimate Guide to a Successful Workshop
A successful workshop is the product of tons of behind-the-scenes work. But don’t fret! We have the essentials outlined here in our ultimate guide to workshop events. Check out these step-by-step tips for the comprehensive idea. We also recommend diving deeper into our dedicated articles linked at the end of each segment. We’ll be covering […]
How to Choose a Caterer for an Event: Everything You Need to Know
Catering and event planning go hand in hand, so let’s look at how to choose a caterer for an event. This article will cover… Initial consideration before looking at catering How to find a caterer and how to select the right one The qualities of a good caterer How to hire a caterer and what […]
Health and Safety for Events: What You Need to Know
Health and safety for events can often be the one part of the planning process that event organisers forget. In this post, we are going to take a look at just what you need to know about effective health and safety at events. Key things to consider for health and safety at events When organising […]