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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Good lighting changes everything at your event. What looks boring during the day becomes magical when the right lights turn on. At Art of the Event, we’ve lit thousands of gatherings across New England for over 20 years. We know how different lighting makes people feel excited, relaxed, or focused. Your guests notice when the
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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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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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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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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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Have you ever thought of how to set up a tradeshow booth? It is one of the essential skills to create brand awareness in any event. Trade shows serve as bustling marketplaces where businesses strive to stand out and connect with potential clients meaningfully. Creating an exceptional tradeshow booth is the key to leaving a
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The key to having a successful fundraiser with high participation from parents and students lies in the personalization of the event. The hack is to involve the majority of wards and guardians in the planning of the fundraiser. This stimulates interest and motivates high participation. There could be a number of activities to actualize
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What to Know Before Planning Your Engagement Party First and foremost congratulations! This is an exciting time for you and your significant other. Now that the proposal is out of the way it is time to start thinking of another important task, planning an engagement party! While you do not want to take away anything
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Got stuck with throwing the next company party? Maybe you and your friends wanted to get together to celebrate Halloween? Well, the holiday season is upon us and leaving an impression with each guest that attended your party is important. Here are some tips to ensure that you and everyone else has a good time.
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Organizing a successful event can be a big difficult task. With technology advancing over the years more and more events are becoming digital. These same events are being promoted and organized over social media. Getting the most out of your tools can be the factor to take your next event to a new level. One
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Most event managers and planners agree that a stage is the most significant part of any event. The feel of an event entirely depend on the stage. Stage designing is a complicated task that requires attention to detail and plenty of creativity to really make it stand out. It can also be challenging to find
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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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When you’re at a trade show, one of your main objectives is to promote your business. However, it’s also important to make sure that potential customers feel comfortable walking up to your booth. Here are a few tips to help make your booth more approachable: Make a plan – figure out what you want your
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Hosting an event in your home can be a great way to save money, but it also comes with its own set of logistical challenges. Here are some tips for planning an event in a private home. Plan far in advance – the more time you have, the better The most important thing to keep
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Corporate events are glamorous and tasteful but they are not so easy to organize. Bringing everyone to cooperate and contributing to the success of the event is one of the challenges you might face if you planning one. But this does not mean it’s impossible to pull off a successful corporate event. Do you have
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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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Weddings have changed more than ever in recent years. While there are a few factors involved in how trends develop, the most significant change in the wedding world has been the presence of the pandemic. As a result of social distancing and other requirements for proper COVID-19 etiquette, several changes have stuck around in the
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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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Trade show competition is fierce, and grabbing the attention of visitors means leveling up your booth. If you’re looking for new ways to show off your service or product and do a bit of industry networking, you might need to give your booth a bit of a renovation. Here are a few excellent design tips
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Stage management is one thing, but stage design is a whole different thing entirely. How you handle your stage design goes a long way in determining how much impact your event will have on your audience. With the right stage design, your audience members will leave mental pictures of how successfully the event turned out
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What is a destination management company? What is it that such an entity does? More commonly called DMC, this is a specialized company that offers specific professional travel services. In simple terms, some refer to it as a travel agency, but that’s a simplification of what a DMC is. If you’ve never heard of a
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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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How to Organize your Home Office: Most of us began working from home suddenly and without having an opportunity to plan properly. Temporary offices and shared offices were tossed together for, what many of us thought, would be a short time. Now that we’ve all been home for a while, I thought advice from an
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By Gayle Gilberto, Event Designer & CIS Thanksgiving comes late this year, which means most holiday parties are being planned within the first two weeks in December. That’s not very far from now but it’s still not too late to plan your gathering or to add some extra spice to the existing one! If you
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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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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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By: Cierra Dubinsky Located on the outskirts of Jamaica Plain is a hidden gem and brand new private event space: Samuel Adams Pickwick Tap Room! This gorgeous space is adorned with vintage lighting, long farm tables, exposed brick and a chalkboard wall featuring custom beer recipes. The Tap Room welcomed its first guests in early
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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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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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Everyone loves a themed party or event, so if you live and/or work in Boston and you’re planning on hosting an event with out-of-town guests, then there’s no better way to greet them in this beautiful city than by putting on an event that showcases all things Boston. Art of the Event has created dozens
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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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The Barbara Lynch Gruppo consists of seven restaurants all located in the heart of Boston, Menton, No 9 Park, B&G Oyster, The Butcher, Stir, Drink, and Sportello. Chef Barbara Lynch has a defiant spirit and strong love for South Boston. Each restaurant owned by the Barbara Lynch Gruppo encompasses her distinct culinary style with gracious
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When designing a space, the color you choose will help define the mood. Blues can be cool and relaxing while reds are warm and inviting. At Art of the Event, we use color to infuse our event spaces with personality. Sometimes we focus on one color (or hue) to encompass the space and create harmony.
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When you begin planning events, you may run into certain terms you do not recognize. To avoid confusion, here are a few key terms you may hear along with their definitions. RFP: This is an often used acronym for “Request for Proposal.” A formal request detailing items and services needed by a client seeking bids
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With so many reasons to host your event in the fall, it’s time to start planning! Take advantage of the fall foliage, warm color palette, and crisp air – unlike any other season. Outdoor weddings and corporate events are perfect for the fall, but this magical season doesn’t last long! Don’t let all the natural
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Nautical theme parties are a great way to celebrate all that is New England! There are plenty of fun nautical and sea theme decorations to help make your party perfect. Pair your decor with traditional clambake foods for a truly authentic experience. Clambakes are known to be a social custom in most coastal towns and
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