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How Do Event Planners Calculate Hidden Costs You Never Think About? 

Planning an event can be exciting, but also overwhelming, especially when it comes to the budget. Even with a solid plan in place, many people are surprised by extra fees that sneak into the final invoice. These “hidden costs” can include anything from overtime charges to service fees, and they add up fast. So, how

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5 Boston Event Venues Perfect for Custom Décor

Why Most Boston Venues Fight Your Creative Vision Walk into any Boston venue with custom décor ideas and watch what happens. They smile and nod, then hand you a contract full of restrictions. No hanging anything from the ceiling. No drilling holes. No moving furniture. Suddenly, your creative vision becomes their liability headache. We work

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What Makes Event Graphics and Branding Effective

Why Your Event’s Visual Story Starts Before Anyone Arrives After two decades of transforming Boston event spaces, we’ve learned that your guests form opinions about your gathering within seconds of seeing your first promotional piece. The invitation they receive, the social media graphics they scroll past, or the welcome banner they encounter all tell a

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How Spring Garden Themes Transform Corporate Events

As the days grow longer and nature bursts into bloom, incorporating spring garden elements into corporate gatherings offers a refreshing twist that elevates the traditional meeting experience. Lush greenery, vibrant floral arrangements, and the soft ambiance of natural light create a serene and inspiring environment that fosters creativity, relaxation, and genuine connection. Whether hosted outdoors

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How To Choose The Perfect Spring Theme For Your Event

Spring in Boston means new beginnings and the perfect backdrop for memorable events. At Art of The Event, we’ve designed spring gatherings across Boston for over 30 years, from intimate corporate functions to grand social celebrations. We’ve noticed that clients who take time to select the right theme end up with events that feel purposeful

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Wedding Trends to Watch: Unique Decor and Design Ideas

The aesthetics of weddings are constantly evolving to match couples’ desires for visually attractive and meaningful events. The 2025 season welcomes a return to elegance with contemporary twists by fusing opulent materials, eye-catching displays, and unique accents. Couples nowadays are looking for rooms that, rather than adhering to predetermined designs, use careful design to convey

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How to Plan a Sustainable Event: Eco-Friendly Practices

Creating environmentally conscious events requires combining ecological understanding with unforgettable experiences. This plan covers energy efficiency, garbage management, venue selection, and material purchase. The most successful green events preserve visitor experience and aesthetic impact while including sustainability. Because today’s guests value environmental responsibility more, eco-friendly projects are morally just and wise. Businesses that provide sustainable

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How to Create Memorable Lobby Displays for Corporate Events

First impressions count, particularly in business gatherings. A well-designed lobby exhibit immediately affects guests and sets the tone for the event. At Art of the Event, we turn common lobby areas into remarkable brand experiences by fusing technical know-how with creative design. Our all-inclusive strategy guarantees that your lobby display draws attention while successfully conveying

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Corporate Events: Creative Design Ideas for 2025

As we move into 2025, corporate events are poised to evolve into more immersive, innovative experiences that reflect modern businesses’ dynamic needs and aspirations. Creative design will play a central role in shaping these events, blending technology, personalization, and sustainability to engage attendees in new ways. From futuristic venue layouts to interactive digital elements, the

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Making Your Corporate Event Stand Out

First impressions matter at corporate event. From conferences to product launches in New England, each design choice shapes how guests perceive your company. At Art of the Event, we look beyond essential logo placement to craft environments that tell your story. Our team transforms ordinary spaces into memorable settings that capture your organization’s essence. Whether

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The Ultimate Guide To Planning A Corporate Event

Companies have hosted corporate events for years. These events are a great way to unite employees and help align everyone toward a company goal or mission. However, keeping employees engaged at these events has become increasingly challenging in recent years due to the distraction of technology and competing priorities. How do you create an event

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Planning A Theme For Your Corporate Event: The Do’s And Don’ts

Corporate events are a great way to strengthen the bond among employees while upholding the company’s culture and brand identity. Choosing the ideal theme can be challenging, as it establishes the mood and atmosphere throughout the event. In this blog, we will discuss the do’s and don’ts of planning a theme to ensure that your

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Main Ways To Fill A Large, Empty Event Space

Creating an engaging and visually captivating atmosphere is essential for the success of any event, and this begins with effectively filling large empty spaces. Whether you’re organizing a corporate conference, a wedding, a trade show, or any other gathering, transforming a vast, open area into a dynamic and inviting environment is pivotal. This guide will

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Considerations When Choosing an Event Venue 

Organizing a successful event hinges on selecting the perfect venue. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate conference, or a simple birthday party, the choice of venue can make or break your event’s overall experience. To ensure the success of your event, it is crucial to consider various factors carefully. Location and Accessibility Capacity and Layout

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Why Do You Need an Event Planner for Your Next Corporate Event?

Event planners can be a blessing when you’re putting together a corporate event. Their job sounds simple until it’s time to see them in action. You should hire a professional considering the scale of this job. Whether it’s a freelance planner or someone working for an agency, their presence will reduce stress and relieve you

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How To Transform Your Backyard Into Your Dream Wedding Venue

Your wedding day is a magical occasion, and where it takes place plays a pivotal role in shaping those cherished memories. Picture-perfect backyard weddings have become increasingly popular, allowing for intimate and personal celebrations. If you’re considering transforming your backyard into a dream wedding venue, Art of the Event is here to make your vision

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Why You Need A Lounge Area At Your Wedding Reception

Weddings come in all shapes and sizes. The reception is often where the bride and groom’s style can shine. The reception is where everyone relaxes and celebrates the couple’s new union and their families. This personalized impression is why the reception is critical and takes so much planning to get right. Whether the reception is

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How To Incorporate a Flower Wall at Any Type of Event

Flower walls are an affordable and visually attractive way to make any event uniquely outstanding. With a little creativity and help, you can incorporate a flower wall at any type of event successfully. The following ideas are great ways to use this financially savvy decorative wall at your next event. Flower Walls Create Beautiful Photos

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How to Include Branding at Corporate Events

Corporate events are an opportunity to gather employees, current customers, and prospective clients together. You can use this publicity to your branding advantage. You must be cautious to do so subtly, without annoying, or pushing away potential clients. It is possible to use corporate events as an opportunity to showcase public relations, increase consumer engagement,

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Production Services You Need At Your Next Event

Planning an amazing event takes a lot of time and know-how. Unsteady of trying to do it all yourself, consider taking advantage of the services of a professional event production company. They’ll make sure everything is set up correctly and that the event goes smoothly. If you’re considering hiring a production company, here are a

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Covid Safe Summer (and Fall) Outings

Yes, you can throw a safe Summer (and Fall) Outing for your employees and their families!  It just takes some smart planning, good supplier choices, and extra care.   Your most important ally is buy-in so begin by making sure you get it from all your stakeholders—your internal clients, your external partners, and your attendees.  Survey

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Five Elements to Consider When Designing Stages for Online or Hybrid Events 2021

With the rise of online and hybrid events in recent months, one way to keep your audience engaged and interested is by creating a visually exciting virtual event space! We are all used to watching television sets with high production values, and your attendees deserve no less. Here  are a few tips to make your

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Fresh Guidelines for Reopening Office Spaces:

While larger companies are rearranging office spaces, installing industrial level air filtration systems, directional signage and safety shields, smaller business owners and individual employees are looking for ways to properly operate in this new Covid 19 era— on lean budgets. Most of us already know we should wear masks, stay a safe six feet away

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Creating a Safe Office & Venue Space for Social Distancing

As the peak of coronavirus infections starts to level off in many countries, industries affected by the outbreak are starting to plan how their businesses will reopen while continuing to stay safe and practice social distancing. With the plan of reopening businesses as soon as possible, we knew we had to take action as to

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Getting the Most from your Supplier Relationships: Some Do’s and Don’ts

By Gayle Gilberto, Event Designer & CIS After working as a supplier in this industry for 16 years and in another for five more, I’ve had every kind of working relationship with meeting and event planners. I’ve also had the privilege of supervising others in their working relationships. From my experience, I’ve gained insight into

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4 Creative Ways to Serve Food & Drinks at your Next Event

One of the biggest trends right now is getting your guests involved in their menu choices. Skipping the plated meal or traditional hors d’oeuvres and opting for more interactive delights is a great way to make a lasting impression on your guests. AotE has got you covered with unique interactive food displays on the market.

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We Love Boston: Cheeky Monkey Venue Spotlight

Cheeky Monkey 3 Landsdowne Street, Boston, MA, 02108 Landsdowne Street has a new, hip brewpub on the block, and its name is Cheeky Monkey Brewing Company (CMBC). Located in-between The Landsdowne Pub and Loretta’s Last Call, CMBC prides itself on house-brewed craft beers, cross-cultural street food, and table games. The restaurant and the first level

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3 Ways to Make Your Next Event Stand Out from the Crowd

What does it take to stay on the cutting-edge of the rapidly changing world of events? Fast-moving trends can leave companies, nonprofits, and individuals continually searching for the next hot theme and the newest social-media friendly craze. Whether you’re planning a gala, a product launch, or a mitzvah, staying fresh and modern is critical when

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Stand Out from the Crowd with a Custom Trade Show Booth

  Trade shows provide a unique opportunity to boost your brand’s visibility, generate leads and create valuable industry and client connections Getting noticed at events saves you money and significantly benefits your business in the long run. A 2018 SpinGo data compilation showed that face-to-face meetings at trade shows are cheaper than in the office

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Decorate Your Lobby in the Spirit of the Season

  First impressions are always important, so when your guests and clients enter your office make it count! Create a positive and long-lasting impression with decor that brings the spirit of the season into your space! Our designers recommend keeping the lobby decor elegant and simple. Remember, less is more! If you oversaturate your space

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Why You Should Start Planning Your Holiday Party… NOW!

  Count how many weeks left until Christmas—surprise! If that’s any clue, the holiday season is approaching faster than you think. The time to start planning your holiday party is now—you’ll want enough time to secure a location, organize vendors like catering, and give employees enough time to mark it off on their calendars. Here’s what

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4 Fun Ideas and Themes for Your Next Holiday Party

Why do corporate holiday parties matter? Most satisfaction surveys conducted by human resource departments indicate that feeling valued, and feeling like they are a part of something, are important factors in how employees rate their workplace satisfaction and overall productivity.   Holiday parties aren’t just about having a good time and celebrating another year finished

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Immersive Events

What do you envision when you think of events? Being completely immersed in a story? An entire room transformation? A complete loss for words? Yeah, we do too. Events are our passion, and we want guests to feel transported to another world. How? By using sense engagement. Sense engagement is all about creating an immersive

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Corporate Events: Ideas for Summer Outings in the Boston Area

Amazing Race Scavenger Hunt — Portsmouth Team Building Location: This particular event is available in Portsmouth, Manchester, Concord, Durham, Portland and Quincy Market area of Boston. Coming soon to Patriot Place. Put the problem-solving skills of your employees to the test in a team-building game of Amazing Race. Take part in your company’s own reality

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Why Everyone Is Opting For Destination Management Companies in Boston

Event season is in full swing now that the weather is warmer in the Boston area. If you’re planning a large event at a Boston venue this summer, transportation for guests and travel logistics can get quite disorganized very quickly if you aren’t careful. Lately, many people have been opting for destination management companies (DMC)

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5 Unique Springtime Corporate Party Theme Ideas

Happy spring, everyone! Even though the weather is still chilly, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t start planning for the springtime corporate event you have coming up. Art of the Event is here to provide professional corporate event planning in Boston, Cambridge, and elsewhere in New England! We love springtime decor; we believe that playful, fresh colors can

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It’s Party Time! Book Your Holiday Event Early This Year

The air is getting cooler and the leaves are starting to change, and before you know it, hello holidays! But waiting until December to figure out your holiday party puts you at a serious disadvantage. Dates fill up fast, venue availability becomes limited, and you can pay extra for rush fees and overtime. Let Art

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