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Push the boundaries of what’s possible—claim your spot at the Sports Innovation Forum!

Unlike traditional TED conferences that often focus on broad societal issues and innovations, TEDNext was created to emphasize individual aspirations and personal development.

Inside TED's New Show—Where Conference Innovation and Personal Growth Took Center Stage

Held in Atlanta, the inaugural event attracted 1,000 entrepreneurs, artists, educators, young professionals, and more looking to redefine their careers.

The 2024 edition of Billboard Latin Music Week took place at a new venue, The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater, which allowed organizers to expand tickets sales. Over 10,000 folks attended the event.

See How Brands Engaged Attendees at This Year’s Billboard Latin Music Week

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7 New Venues in Phoenix/Scottsdale for Fall 2024 Meetings and Events

SI hosted a post-race ticketed after-party called Circuit Series on Oct. 19 that featured headlining DJ duo Loud Luxury.

Sports Illustrated Shifts Into High Gear for Two Live Experiences at Austin's F1 Race Weekend

The 2024 Atlanta Pride Official Kickoff Party, held at the Georgia Aquarium on Oct. 10, had an “Intergalactic Futuristic Disco” theme. Designed by YES Event Designs, the gathering blended retro vibes with futuristic technology and interstellar aesthetics. A custom-built LED DJ booth was in the shape of a spaceship and featured ever-changing cosmic videos; the venue was also adorned with holographic projections of swirling galaxies, nebulae, and twinkling stars. The dance floor, meanwhile, was a glowing, interactive LED surface that responded to the rhythm of the music, creating a kaleidoscope of colors that pulsed and shifted with the beat. Active Productions handled the event's AV.

Event Tech Check: New Tools to Measure Event Success, Attendee Emotions, and More

White Papers & E-books

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Tracking the Right Metrics for Event Success

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An Actionable Path Forward

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Crafting a New Playbook for Sports Events & Experiences

A place where people passionate about the power of live experiences come together.

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Why Catering Is the Ultimate Event Touchpoint

Hear from an industry-leading panel on cutting-edge culinary innovations—plus how event profs can better engage their culinary partners.

The New Frontier of Events

Understanding Attendees Through Their Values—Not Demographics

How Hello Sunshine Made a 1,250-Person Gathering Feel Like a Close-Knit Community

ICYMI: BizBash dropped its annual roundup of corporate holiday party ideas. This year, we pulled inspiration from famous workplace TV shows. Looking for a Mad Men feel for your soiree? This gold starburst chandelier from DESIGNER8* evokes the popular trend of starburst designs of the 1950s and 1960s. See more: 13 Corporate Holiday Party Ideas Inspired by ‘Mad Men’

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Guests were immersed into scary worlds inspired by Blumhouse-produced horror movies.

Fright Night: Peek Inside Peacock’s ‘Overnightmare’ Experience—If You Dare

Origins' Youthtopia Activation

35 Cool Event Ideas You May Have Missed From Savage x Fenty, Pinterest, Dunkin', and More

Glow Up: How This Public Art Festival Transformed Cincinnati Into a Creative Hub

CBS hosted Tracker-inspired overnight experiences in Joshua Tree (pictured) and the Catskills.

CBS’s Overnight Tracker Events Immerse Guests in the Main Character’s Rugged Lifestyle

Branded bags were filled with water and snacks, as well as self-care items like sunscreen and personal fans.

See How ABC Brought Some ‘Big Deck Energy’ to Promote Its New Show

LaCroix’s Disco-Themed Pop-Up

15 Tasty Event Ideas From the 2024 New York City Wine & Food Festival

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How Planners Can Handle Hyperspecific Attendee Dietary Requests

The team aimed to merge the natural beauty of the orchard with the luxurious RHONY aesthetic, incorporating red velvet lounges, gold and mirrored tables, and glamorous bars. 'Lots of people commented how they felt like they were walking into a real orchard and how beautiful the space looked,' Skonieczny said. 'I heard quite a few comments on how it was one of the most incredible transformations they have seen at the Chelsea Factory.'

This Elegant 'Real Housewives' Event Used Over 2,200 Apples as Decor

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At Netflix’s Emmys after-party earlier this month, candles were more than just decor—they were a bold statement that set the tone for an unforgettable night. The event was produced and designed by Gold Sky Productions with an 'Underground Opulence' concept, featuring a design that embraced the industrial brick and concrete building while layering in luxurious materials like velvet, marble, silks, and satins. A showstopping element? An arrival moment featuring 1,800 flickering candles, a classical pianist playing pop hits at a grand piano, and a 7-foot gold N inlaid with over 300 candles. See more: Emmy Awards 2024: Jaw-Dropping Event Designs From Netflix, HBO | Max, Disney, and More

Bright Ideas: 15 Fresh Ways to Use Candles in Event Design

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8 Steal-Worthy Event Ideas BizBash Spotted on Instagram

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Trend Spotted: Camping-Themed Events Are on a Wild Rise

Webinars & Virtual Events

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Harnessing Event Tech for a Frictionless Onsite Experience

Vita Motus, known for its work with Coachella and Electric Daisy Carnival, created a colorful carnival area for the event.

See How Tech Took Over This New Music Festival Model

On Sept. 6 and 7, Google Play elevated the fan experience at Zedd in the Park—a music festival held at Los Angeles State Historic Park—for its Play Points members. The Google Play Playground was a multilevel, 3,600-square-foot playground that offered a prime view of the main stage, along with interactive elements like glow-in-the-dark games, a dance floor, mini-golf, a photo booth, and an arcade station with a digital mini game that mirrored the real-life playground. A giant slide leading into a ball pit offered fans a fun way to return down to the festival grounds from the viewing platform. See more: See the Colorful Playground (and Giant Slide) That Google Play Brought to a Music Festival

Event Tech Check: New Ways to Promote Events, Improve Networking, and More

The Why Behind AI: Event Activations with Purpose

Europalco, the largest provider of solutions for events and shows in southern Europe, created a tech-driven experience at the 36th Deloitte IRGAwards in Lisbon, Portugal. In addition to creating a 360-degree immersive environment that combined round screens and immersive audio, Europalco aimed to showcase the harmony between humans and machines via its state-of-the-art KUKA robot. The evening began with a performance where a KUKA robot played the piano alongside a human pianist.

Event Tech Check: New Tools for Networking, Staffing, Floor Plans, and More

Conference management made easy with Eventcombo.

Disrupting the Status Quo With Event Tech Trends

The experience launched at The Macallan Estate in Speyside, Scotland, in June and will remain open until summer 2025.

The Macallan Marked 200 Years with a High-Tech, Multisensory Scotch Whisky Experience

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Immersive Experiences Unveiled: Mastering the Future of Event Planning

BizBash Magazine Fall 2024: The Authenticity Issue

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BizBash Magazine Fall 2023: The Big Ideas Issue

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Spring 2023: The Venue and Supplier Guide

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Dexterity Robotics' double-decker exhibit featured two demo stations and an elevated meeting space with a panoramic view of the action below.

Double Deckers: Latest Innovation in Trade Show Booth Design

The United States presidential election takes place on Tuesday, Nov. 5.

How to Ease Election Week Tension at Meetings and Events

The AT&T Hotel and Conference Center is located on The University of Texas at Austin campus.

How Austin Hotels Are Preparing for the Convention Center's Closure Next Year

INBOUND 2024 took place Sept. 18-20 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center.

8 Clever Ways HubSpot Boosted Attendance at Its Annual Conference

IMEX America 2024 welcomed more than 15,500 attendees.

5 Key Event Trends We Spotted at IMEX America 2024

The trade show floor was as busy as ever at IMEX America 2024, which reported record attendance this year.

What's New in Meetings and Trade Shows: IMEX America's Record Attendance, Disney's New Meetings Offerings, San Francisco Travel's New CEO, and More

Hosted buyer meetings in Berlin 2024.

Save Chores For Home; Make Your Meetings Management Fun

The second annual Kelce Car Jam raised funds for Operation Breakthrough's Ignition Lab, a STEM workspace for Kansas City teenagers living in poverty.

Get an Under-the-Hood Look at Travis Kelce's Annual Car Jam Fundraiser

Behind the Scenes at LA28’s Olympic Handovers—and What Comes Next for the Planning Team

“Everything's curated—the music, people, vendors, and experience,” says Brum. “With each event, the intention is ensuring that each attendee’s investment of their time and resources delivers the maximum ROI.”

How This Annual VIP Golf Tournament Is Driving the Conversation About Cannabis

Camp Barstool was a fun-filled, end-of-summer way for some of Barstool's most popular shows to livestream out of office from the great outdoors. This setup is where shows like The Yak aired live Aug. 20-22.

How Barstool Sports Took on the Great Outdoors with This Camp-Themed Activation

La Roche-Posay’s Pickleball Tournament

US Open 2024: 18 Grand Slam Events, Activations, and Collabs That Served More Than Tennis

The College Football Hall of Fame's 10th Anniversary Celebration and Kickoff Game Football Fest on Aug. 24 featured multiple live DJs, local team mascots, cheerleaders, and marching bands, as well as a performance by Antwan “Big Boi” Patton of Outkast.

See How the College Football Hall of Fame Is Transporting Fans Into the Game Day Experience

Your football parties probably include six-packs, chicken wings, and seven-layer dip. But, if you’re looking to add a bit of an upscale twist, grab some inspiration from this 2022 styled shoot from Los Angeles-based event company At Your Door Events. The team aimed to reimagine the modern Super Bowl party with stylish twists on football-themed decor, like this vibrant centerpiece.

Game-Day Glam: 16 Touchdown-Worthy Football Decor Ideas for Your Next Event