Category: Event Planning Ideas

The holidays are such a magical time of year! With 2020 coming to a close, Elite Events wants to help you plan the most memorable event of the year. From Santa to Snow Globes - we have everything you need for your event!  This blog will feature three elements that are a MUST for your 2020 holiday event.  In other words, you will want to keep reading to find out... Snow Globes First, our Giant Snow...

Planning A Fall Wedding One of the biggest wedding inspiration websites is Pinterest.  If you type in “Fall Wedding”, your screen will be filled with beautiful wedding photos and gorgeous fall colors.  Rustic and Whimsical wedding themes are very popular wedding trends.  With many people moving their weddings to a private residence, these themes fit in perfectly.  Rich colors like Burgundy, Champagne, Emerald, Burnt Orange, and Wine are beautiful color options that compliment those themes.  Here are some fun and unique ideas to add to y...

Bonfires, cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice and the delicious smells of fall are almost here!  The fall season brings back memories of bright orange pumpkins, caramel apples, and sitting by a warm fire.  Even though this year might look a little different, all these memories can be re-created by adding in a few options to make sure everyone stays safe this fall season. Sweet Treats: Delicious food is a yummy addition to events, but will require more plannin...

Entering into the Event Planning industry can be overwhelming, frustrating, and at times trying of one’s patience. However, with improvement in these three key areas, we believe the everyday tasks of interacting with customers, paying close attention,andkeeping track of details, will help increase your mindset in the field. First, you must have the ability...

Meeting new people Our company services a variety of organizations, businesses, schools, and churches. With this wide diversity of business, we encounter clients of all ranges. The opportunity to build positive working relationshipswith each client is extremely important to us. Understanding the needs and vision for their event is crucial as well. EES strives to exceed expectations. Every day is different Arriving to the office or to an event site is never the same. Some days are hectic, phones ringing non-stop, trucks being unloaded just to be reloaded again. The occasion...

Annual Community Events are a fun way to bring communities together. These events can take many different forms. Some follow strong, traditional values which bring about closeness and a sense of pride to the town, while others may be more unique and can showcase what sets your community apart from the rest! Each type of event your community organizes can be beneficial. Communities hosting Annual Events can lead to an increase in traffic and tourism. This allows small business owners to have the opportunity to shine! Every year, our company proudly assists numerous communities in both Missouri ...

Planning an event can be stressful, but there are several ways to decrease the stress. Preferred vendors are just one way to decrease the stress of planning a variety of events. Vendors on this list are typically reliable and trustworthy in the eyes of the company – they also tend to offer a discounted price in trade for the relationship that they establish. These lists are important for various reasons, but below are three reasons. Makes Planning Easier Typically in an event planning business, your customers are going to want their event catered to them and their needs. You a...

We are all human, we all make mistakes. We envy that person who seems to have it all together, ALL the time. How do they manage to look so put together after a day full of work, family duties, errands, and everyday life?! Upholding this type of demeanor takes practice, but is achieveable. Event planners are great examples of this type of behavior. Outlined below are three qualities we find to be the most beneifical in the event industry. Proactive First off, no day is ever the same! A phone call, an electrical issue, each could cause a mishap in a matter of minutes. An event cou...

5 Tips for Planning Perfect Casino Night Parties  A high rolling Las Vegas vacation is one of the great pleasures of life. The glitz and glamour of the shows, the endless amounts of food and drink and the thrill of gaming in the casino makes it a top vacation hot spot.  Casino night parties have become very popular special events due to the fun and excitement this themed event brings. From ...

Exciting Competition - Why Inflatable Obstacle Courses are PERFECT for your next event! With so many inflatables to choose from it can be difficult to find the perfect ones that are right for your event. Each type will suit your individual guests in a different way. The most popular inflatables are your standard bounce house, an inflatable slide, and an inflatable obstacle course. Of these 3, obstacle courses offer the most challenge and adventure to anyone who dares to enter.  ...