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[Festival] Feb 2023 - Booking Early Makes All the Difference

Booking Early Makes All the Difference

By Event Planning Tips
Planning ahead is an adage often used in the event rental industry. Being prepared, getting organized in advance and securing things like your venue, food, and party rental products early are always highly recommended. It’s likely, once you have heard this a time or two, that it become white noise. “Yeah yeah….book early…blah blah”. Here’s the thing – ignoring the suggestion to plan ahead can result in great disappointment and frustration. Avoid the heartbreak and take heed of this advice. Booking early makes all the difference!
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Christmas Dinner Party

Take a Seat

By Event Planning Tips
The holidays are fully upon us which means employee gatherings, family dinners, Christmas luncheons, corporate cocktail parties and everything in between. Tis the season for celebration! If you’re hosting an event, on the party planning committee at work, or even just attending all of these fun events, you must appreciate the importance of a comfortable place to sit, relax or simply rest your drink. With all of the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, guests will truly appreciate a cozy atmosphere, inviting them to “take a seat” and enjoy! Read More

Christmas-Dinner

Hosting the Holidays in Style

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The holidays are a time for gathering and spreading good cheer! Hosting family for a meal? Having friends over for a “Secret Santa” gift exchange? Whether you’re planning a formal sit-down dinner, or a casual appetizer & cocktail type of night, getting the setting right with coordinating dishes, specialty glassware and matching linens can really bring it all together, taking your celebration to the next level.
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Feeling Warm & Fuzzy

By Event Planning Tips
Between the ever-changing colours, the brisk daytime temperatures, and breathtaking sunsets, one could argue that Fall is the most beautiful time of year for celebrating outdoors. As with Spring & Summer events, it’s imperative to plan for the weather. The difference, come this chillier season, is that you’ll want to think not only about possible rain, but also about keeping guests warm and cozy. No need to worry though! Colder weather does not have to be a deal breaker! Here are 3 great ways to be prepared ahead of time and maintain that warm & fuzzy feeling all night long!
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[Festival] Sept 2022 - Fall into Fun!

Fall into Fun!

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As we send the kiddos back to school and the calendar marks the last days of Summer, it’s easy to think party time is over, but that’s just not the case! There is still so much time and so many reasons to celebrate!! Let the change of seasons inspire you and Fall into Fun!!
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Light Up The Night!

By Event Planning Tips
Creating ambiance is a key component to planning any celebration. Be it indoors or out, use lighting to set a mood, build on a theme, spruce up a dancefloor space or simply illuminate an area for guests. As evening creeps in, step up your game and wow your guests with pops of colour in unexpected places. Make your event one to remember and light up the night!
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Keepin' It Cool for Summer!

Keepin’ It Cool for Summer!

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Summertime is the best time to gather and celebrate outdoors. The warm weather, the sunny skies & the relaxed vibe just beg to be enjoyed. If you’re planning to host a get-together this Summer, it’s important to keep you cool, not just in the non-stressed, chill-out way, but in the keep guests, food, and drinks out of the heat kind of way. Here are a few tips for “Keepin’ It Cool” at your Summer bash.
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Emergency Preparedness for Tented Events

Emergency Preparedness for Tented Events

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The first week of May is Emergency Preparedness Week and a great reminder for all of us to plan ahead and be prepared. When planning a tented event, it’s imperative to ensure proper permits and inspections are secured, underground locates are done and fire safety plans are completed where needed.

Being prepared for weather related events, knowing when to evacuate a tent and having a plan for alternative shelter is also key.

Thinking ahead goes a long way and choosing a rental company you can trust to take care of and assist with these important parts of the planning process are key to a successful event.

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Celebrate Loud & Proud

Celebrate Loud & Proud!

By Event Planning Tips, Festival News
Celebrating life’s milestones has certainly taken many different forms over the last few years, but one thing stands true. We want our loved ones to know just how much we care about them. Whether it’s your child’s birthday, your parents’ Anniversary, or your co-worker’s retirement, there are always reasons to share joy and happiness with one another. We could all use more of that these days, so why not shout it from the rooftops! Get splashy, honk those horns, and spread some kindness. Check out two fun ways we can help you celebrate loud & proud!

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Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail

Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail

By Event Planning Tips
The calendar, and maybe the temperatures outside, still say Winter, but the truth is that Spring is right around the corner. Before long the nicer weather will be here to stay, and outdoor party season will be in full swing. While we have always recommended that our customers reserve their rental items early, this is more important now than ever before. As COVID restrictions ease and all of us tiptoe (or maybe run full sprint), back to some semblance of “normal”, we have lots to celebrate and lost time to make up!

Here are 3 reasons that NOW is the time to plan your warm-weather celebration! Read More