Many DMCs join groups that function as marketing networks to bring in business and provide operations support. Note: All information here is supplied by the companies listed and was current at press ...

Cover photo: Contortionists set the scene for FREAK SHOW, a corporate reception by Cerbelli Creative that was themed with circus obscurities. Photo courtesy Ivan Piedra Photography It’s hard to ...

For the past few years, it seems that charcuterie boards of all types have had a grip on the events world, mostly for the better. What started as an elaborate snacking trend has taken several ...

In an era where remote work has disrupted traditional networking opportunities, event professionals are reimagining how to bring people together meaningfully. According to the 2025 Experiential Trends ...

Destination events are incredibly rewarding—but they require a lot of know-how. Each year, we turn to the world of Destination Marketing Companies (DMCs), the experts in destinations and a great ...

What it is: Paintillio builds large-scale, custom paint-by-number murals and mural kits for events. From branded graphics to meaningful imagery, attendees collaborate on filling in the canvas, ...

The meetings and events industry is approaching sustainability advancing sustainability on multiple fronts. For example, in the past few weeks the Professional Convention Management Association ...

Special Events magazine is delighted to announce the recipients of this year's Gala Awards, who were honored during Catersource + The Special Event on February 27th in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

As societal dynamics continue to evolve in the face of current growing political, cultural, and global shifts, event professionals are increasingly focused on designing events and experiences that ...

If there’s one word to sum up the way events changed after the pandemic, it’s immersive. We’ve seen the ways that attendees crave exciting, interactive experiences that completely engulf them in ...

There are many reasons to love summer, and one of those is the abundance of seasonal foods. Summer menus are rich in fresh produce and bright flavors, inherently celebratory and vibrant, perfect for ...

Holly Loulan is a visionary event designer celebrated for her creative problem-solving and relentless pursuit of excellence. From transforming a convention center street into a legendary block party ...