As the weather slowly gets warmer, there’s no better time than now to plan a meal in the great outdoors, whether you’ll be having an outdoor winter party or a spring event. For everything from intimate family gatherings to lively dinner parties for friends, an outdoor setting offers a unique ambiance that can’t be replicated indoors. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll provide our top tips for hosting meals in open spaces.

Event management is a complex task that requires meticulous planning and attention to detail — whether you’re a successful event planner or simply putting together something fun on the weekends. No matter if you’re organizing a corporate conference, a wedding, or a community festival, avoiding common event planning mistakes is crucial for the event’s success. In this article, we’ll discuss seven things NOT to do while event planning, along with tips on how to steer clear of these potential pitfalls. Let’s get started!

Planning a party is a different type of experience for different types of people. Some people like the challenge of organizing an event at the last minute and making magic happen with as little planning as possible. Others like to have every tiny detail coordinated months in advance, from the party favors to the coordinating napkin rings. Which type of person you are usually plays a role in when you decide to start your party planning. But, if you want to make an event as stress-free as possible and maximize your options for your party, some elements will need as much pre-panning as possible. What are those elements, and how far in advance should you plan your party?

When it comes to dining options for your spring party, there are plenty of choices. The classic buffet-style dining option allows guests to choose the food themselves and create their own meals. For a unique dining experience, you can consider finger foods, appetizers, or even a catered meal served by waitstaff. 

If you’re the official — or unofficial — event planner for a wedding, family reunion, company holiday party, graduation celebration, or another type of get-together, it’s hard enough to make sure you’ve crossed every T and dotted every i. If you’re getting married, the whirlwind of trying on dresses, tasting wedding cake, and arranging wedding dance floor rentals can be overwhelming. If the event you’re holding is for your company, you’re probably stressed out thinking about impressing everyone there. Continue reading »

The autumn season is finally here, and throwing a celebration to highlight the wonderful qualities of the season may be something you are considering. Cool weather is perfect for throwing an outdoor party with family and friends. There are so many fun things to do together as you enjoy and celebrate this new season.  Continue reading »

Decorating the banquet tables at your garden wedding, outdoor corporate event, or family reunion might be overwhelming because you have a lot of plans in mind but don’t know where to start. On the other hand, you might be frustrated because you don’t have any ideas at all. Whichever option describes you, worry no more! The team at Tents & Events knows a thing or two about banquet tables — we’re not one of the top event tent rental companies in Philadelphia for nothing. Whether you’re planning a graduation party, wedding reception, quinceañera, or something totally different, use these all-purpose banquet table decor ideas to elevate your event and get your guests talking!

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Just because it’s cold outside during the winter months doesn’t mean you have to forego outdoor get-togethers with your friends and family. Hosting an outdoor party in the wintertime can be a great way to make use of your outdoor space; plus, it’s a fun experience for everyone. However, hosting an outdoor winter party does require some special preparation compared to what you might do while hosting outdoor parties during the spring, summer, or fall. Master these top tips for hosting an outdoor party in winter that will get everyone excited!

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There’s nothing little girls love more than a princess-themed birthday party. If your little princess wants her own royal celebration this year, use these five fantastic tips to plan the perfect party!

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If you’re planning an outdoor event during the summer, you need to consider local temperatures. In Philadelphia, the summer season is synonymous with intense heat—the average high temperature for July in the City of Brotherly Love is a whopping 87 degrees. Continue reading »