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How to Design a Creative Event Concept
What makes an event remarkable? Is it the caliber of the speakers? The food you serve? Or perhaps, it’s the brand experience it provides? Although these are all certainly important...
A New Year, a New Chapter for Events
A new year always brings a strange mix of excitement and realism. We start with fresh energy and big plans, but we also know the world isn't getting simpler. Budgets are under pressure, expectations are higher than ever...
This is How Your Event Management Plan Should Look
Whether it's a conference, workshop, or corporate party, you can't efficiently organize and run an event without having a strong action plan.
TIP! - Outsource your Event or Do It Yourself?
You can either opt to organise an event yourself with the help of your colleagues or you can decide to call in an external events agency to do it for you (known as 'outsourcing'). Both choices have advantages and disadvantages.
Event Industry Trends for 2026: A Bold New Era of Innovation and Impact
The global events industry is entering 2026 with renewed purpose and optimism. After years of rapid change and adaptation, event professionals worldwide are harnessing new technologies and strategies to create more meaningful experiences than ever. Budgets are under sharper scrutiny, and every event is expected to deliver clear outcomes, but this challenge is fueling innovation rather than dampening spirits.
The Rise of Large-Scale Sporting Events: a Growing Opportunity for the Event Industry
Large-scale participatory sporting events are booming worldwide. From city marathons and trail runs to fast-growing formats like HYROX.
TOP 10: Most Read Articles in 2025
Every year, we look back at the most-read articles on our site, and 2025 will be no different. From thought-provoking insights to striking headlines, these articles captivated you time and time again.
11 Reasons to Host a Business Event in 2026
In 2026, business events are more than just gatherings; they are powerful strategic tools. From boosting brand visibility to nurturing customer loyalty, well-planned events can transform how an organisation engages with employees, partners, and target audiences.
How to Create the Best Event Questionnaires: The Complete Guide for Event Planners
A well-designed post-event questionnaire is one of the most powerful tools available to event professionals. It uncovers what worked, what didn't, and what your audience truly values. Yet many surveys fail to provide meaningful insights because they are too long or poorly structured.
Live Events Innovation: Inspiration and Ignition at ISE 2026 - Free tickets!
As the global events industry continues to evolve, ISE 2026 in Barcelona is poised to be a landmark gathering for professionals seeking innovation, collaboration, and inspiration.
"Tomorrowland fire broke out shortly after fire bowl test"
The fire that completely destroyed the Tomorrowland main stage started after a fire broke out in a fire pit during a test, according to Belgian broadcaster VRT NWS. The judicial investigation is still ongoing.
AREA 42: Excellence at Half Price!
For two months only, the conference rooms of AREA 42 are available at half price! From February 15 to April 15, 2026, enjoy an exceptional 50% discount on the rental of the AREA 42 conference spaces.
What Successful Event Teams Do Differently: 10 Patterns That Always Show Up
In the event industry, success rarely comes down to luck. When you look closely at the teams behind high-impact conferences, flawless festivals, and seamless corporate experiences, you start to see the same patterns repeat over and over again.
New in our event software: Supplier Management
Our event software is getting a powerful new addition: Event Supplier Management. This new tool helps you clearly manage your event suppliers and venues, schedule appointments, and streamline team collaboration, all from a single, central platform.
Why Agile Project Management Works Better for Events Than Classic Planning
Many organizers still work according to a classic project approach with tight schedules and GANTT charts. But anyone who's ever organized an event knows how unpredictable reality can be. Deadlines don't shift, suppliers do, and priorities change along the way.
TIP! - How Many m2 for Your Event? Venue Layouts?
In your search for the perfect event venue you have to consider the surface space that is required for your event. But how many square meter do you foresee per attendee?
eventplanner.net unveils event software 2.0
At Festivak, we're proud to launch version 2.0 of our event management software. And it's not just any update. A brand-new "Suppliers" tool will take your event organisation to the next level.
50 Best Event Companies and Venues: These Are the 2025 eventplanner.net Award Winners!
For the 10th time, eventplanner.net is proud to present the Certificates of Excellence to the absolute top performers in the event industry. What makes these awards so unique? Not a jury, but you - our community of clients, organisers, and event professionals - decide the winner.
Push Beyond Your Imagination: ISE 2026 Sets the Stage for the future of Live Events
Step into the spotlight at ISE 2026, the world's unmissable event for the live events community, to 'Push Beyond' the boundaries ...
How to Design a Seating Layout That Will Get Attendees to Interact
The core of designing events is providing tailor-made experiences.
