Fun Fair event ideas: I think a good location for my fun fair theme is The Old Fruit Market in Glasgow as it is a large space and has pillars to separate each part of the event from the next. Not only that but it allows all the guests to move around easily and not feel too cramped. I would have the event during the day possibly from 12pm-4pm. There is no dress code for the event as it is a fun day for all. At the event I would have a variety of different stalls laid out so that there is plenty of space to enjoy each part of it. I would have game stalls like a coconut shy, hook a duck, apple bobbing, tin can knock over and various other small games for everyone to enjoy. I would also like to include small fun fair rides if possible, only small ones like the teacups or a carousel. I would either have a fee on the door or most likely a fee for each stall it would not be a high fee at the most it would be £1 because they would be receiving a prize of they won at the stall. The prizes would vary as well but at most fun fairs the traditional thing to do is give a cuddly toy as the prize, so that is a possibility. I would have food and drink areas as well situated about the venue, all fun fair themed, like a burger van, candy floss and popcorn, all the fun food that you would indulge on at a fun fair. I would have jugglers going about as entertainment and also balloon artists. I may also include a raffle for the chance to win a hamper of goodies.
A good location for this event is the Corinithian, in the Langley room on the second floor, as it is a good size and would be fitting to the theme of fire and ice. I would have the event in the late afternoon about 3-6pm as it is not too late and not too early for this style of event. It is not going to be like any ordinary afternoon tea it will be spiced up with a variety of different things related to the theme.
Half of the room would be fire related and the other half would be ice related. On the fire side I would have a multiple of things such as fire breathers, fire jugglers and red coloured curtains and carpets. On the ice side I would have an ice sculpture, giant snow balls, an ice queen chair and icy blue curtains and carpets. To separate one side from the other I would have a champagne fountain in the middle.
There would be 6-8 guests at a table with platters of sandwiches and cakes and a choice of alcohol or soft drinks including tea and coffee. I would like all guests to be smartly dressed as it is more of a formal occasion. At the end of the event goodie bags will be given out with a variety of fire and ice related goodies.
Ceilidh idea: I think that organising a ceilidh for the elderly would be a good idea as it would give them something to do during the day and give them some company. The venue that I think would be suitable for this would be the City Halls. This would be suitable as it is big enough to hold a large number of attendees, with dance space and somewhere to sit down. I would hold the ceilidh around 12 o’clock as it isn’t too early and the guests will be able to have something to eat for their lunch. In the venue, I will have round tables with 8-10 people, set into banquet style so that they can have enough dance space as well as being able to mingle with the other guests. The band will be set up on the stage in front of the dance floor. I will have flowers as center pieces on the tables. Teas and coffees will be available for all the guests as well as soft drink. There will also be steak pie as a main dish for the guests as well as cakes with teas and coffees for afterwards. I will charge a small cost for the entry fee that will include the meal.
i love the idea of a ceilidh and focused to a older age group is great and something for them to look forward too. Pros: a great socialiser event traditional event in scotland Cons: its a niche market not everyone likes scottish music/dancing no alterative menu for main / one selection only Potential Venue: oran mor westend its a traditional converted church so steeped in history and has grand design and warm atmosphere, more quieter area of glasgow rather than main city centre venue. Target Market: 60 plus age group maybe nursing/care home residents local residents interested in traditional scottish music and dance moderate to high disposable income outgoing,active attendees
Pros: • It’s a very imaginative idea, I like the complexity of the two themes in one. • I like how you have really thought about the idea even down to the entertainment. Cons: • You’ve not mentioned if the event will be free or not. Potential Venue: I see you have a choice of venue but you may also wish to consider the ground floor of the O2 Academy as it is a big space with high ceilings as well as the added benefit of a stage. Target Market: I would suggest that your target market be 18+
Masquerade charity Ball idea: Another idea I thought would be to have a masquerade ball. I would hold this event in the Radison Blue. This would be a good venue as it will have enough space for banquet style with a dance floor, plus a stage for the band to be placed. For this event, it will need to happen at night time instead of during the day. In the venue, I will have round tables for 8-10 people, so that their is enough space for the guests to mingle and dance. I will have silver candelabra with cream candles as center pieces with pink flowers wrapped around the stems. During the night, I will have an auction, a band, a photobooth, a raffle and a 2-3 course meal as well as a champagne fountain. Everyone must be dressed formally and must have a mask. I will charge £20 a head that will include the meal and goodie bags.
This is a good idea and a very popular event which may mean people will most likely go as they know they will enjoy it. It sounds like there will be good entertainment throughout the night too to ensure that guests will not get bored. There is many venues which this event could be held such as the Old Fruitmarket. The Radison Blue is a good choice though, however would have to make sure that it is booked in advance as it is a popular and busy venue. You will also need to make sure that there is plenty of room for 8-10 people around tables and for people to dance or arrange to move some tables quickly. £20 a head is a good price for what they are getting however depending on how many are there you may nee to think of ways to fund-raise for part of the venue/decorations etc.
Overall, a brilliant idea, and have consider lots about it!
Also you would need to think of your target market for this, 18+ would be good as older ones like to dress up to however maybe not 60+ as they might not want to be at a ball with 18 year olds and are most likely to not want to dress up
Event idea 1 Around the World A good location for the around the world event would be the SECC, as this venue provides a big enough open space for all the different stalls and stations to be set up. Without leaving the room to crowded and allowing people to move around with ease. There will be a set ticket price of £5-£10 varying between adults, students, children and elders. The event would take place in the afternoon, most likely 12pm to 5pm. This event is suitable for all areas with a friendly and cultural atmosphere. Alcohol samples will be available, so ID is required. At this event there will be a variety of different stations showcasing food, beverages, backdrops and games from a range of countries all over the world, from Glasgow, to the Desert. Stalls representing each area will feature backdrops and other props to represent them, for example the Caribbean would have a backdrop of a beach, palm trees and calm water. This is going to give attendees a feeling like they are really there. At this event there will be different cuisines for each station, this provides the opportunity to sample local delicacies, such as haggis in Glasgow. All of the activities are included in the ticket price, so no other cost will be incurred. As well as this, in some stations different kinds of entertainment will be provided, such as the opportunity to sit in a gondola in Venice or a performance from an Elvis impersonator in Hollywood.
A good location for this event would be The Flying Duck pub on Renfield Street Glasgow. This would be an ideal location for the event because this pub already has vintage board games in the pub to use on a daily basis. It can hold up to 100 people sitting and the pub itself has a vintage style decor. The event would take place in the afternoon from about 1-4 and the pub is open till 12am for anyone who wishes to stay after the event has taken place.
The flying duck offers a range of food at very reasonable prices and offers 10% discount off all food to students. They also do a range of deals including a beer and a burger for £5. They offer a wide selection of alcoholic beverages and soft drinks for those under 18 years old. Drink prices include Kronenbourg £2.60, Strongbow £2.20 and Vodka/Gin mix £1.90.
There are a massive amount of games that could be played. There are a number of fun games that could be played like Twister, Operation and Buckaroo. More advanced games can be played by those looking for a challenge such as Scrabble and Monopoly. I would also like to try set up some kind of old video game competition using a Sega Mega Drive which the Flying Duck already has or possibly and old Nintendo 64 so we can have a Mario Kart tournament.
I believe this event idea is very creative and unique and would attract a lot of people as events like this are not common. The venue is ideal as it already provides some of the games which helps when it comes to the money factor, also the prices of food and beverage are very student friendly. Another potential venue could be the student association in the townhead campus on floor 4 as i believe it is spacious enough and easy for students to get to. Also there are pool tables and xbox's already in there which would be appealing. I believe this type of event suits anyone aged 16 and above however more so students as i believe they would enjoy it more. only con would be you have'nt mentioned a specific target audience.
Event Idea 2 Black and White lunch. A suitable location for this would be the Grand Central Hotel. This venue provides a good, yet formal atmosphere suitable for an event like this. Also providing space for the tables to be set out Banqueting style, to fit the formal feel of this event. This event, due to it being formal, I would say over 18’s only. But children can attend if accompanied by an adult. This event would take place in the afternoon, in between what would be lunch and dinner time. So 2pm till approx. 4pm. There will be a bar, so again ID will be required. This event has the main purpose to be a formal dinner, but there will be a dance floor for them to dance if they wish to do so. The room will be lit using mood lighting, with silhouettes of famous figures being projected over the walls. Guests will also be treated to a “white” carpet experience, with a photographer. It is going to be a very Hollywood feeling event, with clapper boards, a backdrop of a black city skyline, white flambeaux flames and black street lamps. This event will provide the opportunity for guests to get done up and to feel like a movie star for a day.
Reply to Rachel's Fire and Ice Afternoon Tea: I really like this idea. I think the theme is creative and there is a lot you could do with it. You have some really good ideas for the decorations and the champagne fountain would be a really nice touch. If the event is going to be a formal event then I feel it would maybe be better being hosted in the evening. The Corinthian is a good suggestion however due to it being a casino you will be restricted to over 18s, which is maybe another reason to host this event at around 7pm. Another possible venue may be the Arches. Your target market will probably be 25-40 year olds as I feel this is something adults would be interested in. Overall a good idea with a creative theme, well done!
A good location for the a Luau themed party would be Hummingbird on Bath Street Glasgow. The Penthouse room can be booked for the event as it will hold a around 60-70 people leaving enough space for entertainment and games. Hummingbird offers a buffet menu that includes cajun chicken skewers and mini hamburgers. Although it would be great to have the traditional hog roast that is associated with Luaus it is not viable at such a location. Hummingbird also has a wide selection of cocktails available including a coconut rum based cocktail and we could possibly get the staff to make the traditional maistais cocktail that is served at Luaus.
The penthouse room can easily be decorated with things such as leis, blow up palm trees, coconuts and strips of palm trees that are used to make hula skirts. Staff at the event will wear Hawaiian style shirts and those attending will also be encouraged to do so. There will be a lais given to everyone upon arrival to help enhance the theme.
Entertainment will include traditional Luau performances from ukelele and drum players along with hula dancers. Games at the event will include pass the coconut which is very similar to hot potato, ulu maika which is similar to lawn bowling, pineapple bowling where pineapples are used instead of skittles and a coconut for the bowling ball and there could also be a hula hoop contest.
Pros: • It’s a very imaginative idea, I like the complexity of the two themes in one. • I like how you have really thought about the idea even down to the entertainment. Cons: • You’ve not mentioned if the event will be free or not. Potential Venue: I see you have a choice of venue but you may also wish to consider the ground floor of the O2 Academy as it is a big space with high ceilings as well as the added benefit of a stage. Target Market: I would suggest that your target market be 18-50, 50/50 male to female ratio
I like this idea as it is quite different, imaginative and not a very common event, so this will stand out to the participants wanting to attend. You have not mentioned how you are going to fundraise for your event and what will be in the goodie-bags that the guest will receive. I think the target audience for this event should be over 18’s as there is a bar in the Radisson Blu and I feel this event would appeal more to this age group. Another venue possibility for this event is the Grand Central Hotel as this is a city centre location and easy for guest to get to.
Masquerade charity Ball idea: Another idea I thought would be to have a masquerade ball. I would hold this event in the Radison Blue. This would be a good venue as it will have enough space for banquet style with a dance floor, plus a stage for the band to be placed.
For this event, it will need to happen at night time instead of during the day. In the venue, I will have round tables for 8-10 people, so that their is enough space for the guests to mingle and dance. I will have silver candelabra with cream candles as center pieces with pink flowers wrapped around the stems. During the night, I will have an auction, a band, a photobooth, a raffle and a 2-3 course meal as well as a champagne fountain.
Everyone must be dressed formally and must have a mask. I will charge £20 a head that will include the meal and goodie bags. The target audience for this event will be the students who are at Universities and colleges across Glasgow. Another possible target audience would be for the professors and lecturers in the Universities and Colleges in Glasgow.
Fun Fair event ideas:
ReplyDeleteI think a good location for my fun fair theme is The Old Fruit Market in Glasgow as it is a large space and has pillars to separate each part of the event from the next. Not only that but it allows all the guests to move around easily and not feel too cramped. I would have the event during the day possibly from 12pm-4pm. There is no dress code for the event as it is a fun day for all.
At the event I would have a variety of different stalls laid out so that there is plenty of space to enjoy each part of it. I would have game stalls like a coconut shy, hook a duck, apple bobbing, tin can knock over and various other small games for everyone to enjoy. I would also like to include small fun fair rides if possible, only small ones like the teacups or a carousel. I would either have a fee on the door or most likely a fee for each stall it would not be a high fee at the most it would be £1 because they would be receiving a prize of they won at the stall. The prizes would vary as well but at most fun fairs the traditional thing to do is give a cuddly toy as the prize, so that is a possibility.
I would have food and drink areas as well situated about the venue, all fun fair themed, like a burger van, candy floss and popcorn, all the fun food that you would indulge on at a fun fair. I would have jugglers going about as entertainment and also balloon artists. I may also include a raffle for the chance to win a hamper of goodies.
Fire and ice afternoon tea ideas:
ReplyDeleteA good location for this event is the Corinithian, in the Langley room on the second floor, as it is a good size and would be fitting to the theme of fire and ice. I would have the event in the late afternoon about 3-6pm as it is not too late and not too early for this style of event. It is not going to be like any ordinary afternoon tea it will be spiced up with a variety of different things related to the theme.
Half of the room would be fire related and the other half would be ice related. On the fire side I would have a multiple of things such as fire breathers, fire jugglers and red coloured curtains and carpets. On the ice side I would have an ice sculpture, giant snow balls, an ice queen chair and icy blue curtains and carpets. To separate one side from the other I would have a champagne fountain in the middle.
There would be 6-8 guests at a table with platters of sandwiches and cakes and a choice of alcohol or soft drinks including tea and coffee. I would like all guests to be smartly dressed as it is more of a formal occasion. At the end of the event goodie bags will be given out with a variety of fire and ice related goodies.
Ceilidh idea:
ReplyDeleteI think that organising a ceilidh for the elderly would be a good idea as it would give them something to do during the day and give them some company. The venue that I think would be suitable for this would be the City Halls. This would be suitable as it is big enough to hold a large number of attendees, with dance space and somewhere to sit down. I would hold the ceilidh around 12 o’clock as it isn’t too early and the guests will be able to have something to eat for their lunch.
In the venue, I will have round tables with 8-10 people, set into banquet style so that they can have enough dance space as well as being able to mingle with the other guests. The band will be set up on the stage in front of the dance floor. I will have flowers as center pieces on the tables. Teas and coffees will be available for all the guests as well as soft drink. There will also be steak pie as a main dish for the guests as well as cakes with teas and coffees for afterwards. I will charge a small cost for the entry fee that will include the meal.
i love the idea of a ceilidh and focused to a older age group is great and something for them to look forward too.
DeletePros: a great socialiser event
traditional event in scotland
Cons: its a niche market not everyone likes scottish music/dancing
no alterative menu for main / one selection only
Potential Venue: oran mor westend its a traditional converted church so steeped in history and has grand design and warm atmosphere, more quieter area of glasgow rather than main city centre venue.
Target Market: 60 plus age group maybe nursing/care home residents
local residents interested in traditional scottish music and dance
moderate to high disposable income
outgoing,active attendees
REPLY TO RACHAEL FAULD'S IDEA 2
ReplyDeletePros:
• It’s a very imaginative idea, I like the complexity of the two themes in one.
• I like how you have really thought about the idea even down to the entertainment.
Cons:
• You’ve not mentioned if the event will be free or not.
Potential Venue:
I see you have a choice of venue but you may also wish to consider the ground floor of the O2 Academy as it is a big space with high ceilings as well as the added benefit of a stage.
Target Market:
I would suggest that your target market be 18+
Masquerade charity Ball idea:
ReplyDeleteAnother idea I thought would be to have a masquerade ball. I would hold this event in the Radison Blue. This would be a good venue as it will have enough space for banquet style with a dance floor, plus a stage for the band to be placed.
For this event, it will need to happen at night time instead of during the day.
In the venue, I will have round tables for 8-10 people, so that their is enough space for the guests to mingle and dance. I will have silver candelabra with cream candles as center pieces with pink flowers wrapped around the stems.
During the night, I will have an auction, a band, a photobooth, a raffle and a 2-3 course meal as well as a champagne fountain.
Everyone must be dressed formally and must have a mask. I will charge £20 a head that will include the meal and goodie bags.
In reply to Masquerade charity ball idea:
DeleteThis is a good idea and a very popular event which may mean people will most likely go as they know they will enjoy it. It sounds like there will be good entertainment throughout the night too to ensure that guests will not get bored. There is many venues which this event could be held such as the Old Fruitmarket. The Radison Blue is a good choice though, however would have to make sure that it is booked in advance as it is a popular and busy venue. You will also need to make sure that there is plenty of room for 8-10 people around tables and for people to dance or arrange to move some tables quickly. £20 a head is a good price for what they are getting however depending on how many are there you may nee to think of ways to fund-raise for part of the venue/decorations etc.
Overall, a brilliant idea, and have consider lots about it!
Also you would need to think of your target market for this, 18+ would be good as older ones like to dress up to however maybe not 60+ as they might not want to be at a ball with 18 year olds and are most likely to not want to dress up
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ReplyDeleteAround the World
A good location for the around the world event would be the SECC, as this venue provides a big enough open space for all the different stalls and stations to be set up. Without leaving the room to crowded and allowing people to move around with ease. There will be a set ticket price of £5-£10 varying between adults, students, children and elders.
The event would take place in the afternoon, most likely 12pm to 5pm. This event is suitable for all areas with a friendly and cultural atmosphere. Alcohol samples will be available, so ID is required.
At this event there will be a variety of different stations showcasing food, beverages, backdrops and games from a range of countries all over the world, from Glasgow, to the Desert. Stalls representing each area will feature backdrops and other props to represent them, for example the Caribbean would have a backdrop of a beach, palm trees and calm water. This is going to give attendees a feeling like they are really there. At this event there will be different cuisines for each station, this provides the opportunity to sample local delicacies, such as haggis in Glasgow. All of the activities are included in the ticket price, so no other cost will be incurred. As well as this, in some stations different kinds of entertainment will be provided, such as the opportunity to sit in a gondola in Venice or a performance from an Elvis impersonator in Hollywood.
Vintage Games Day ideas:
ReplyDeleteA good location for this event would be The Flying Duck pub on Renfield Street Glasgow. This would be an ideal location for the event because this pub already has vintage board games in the pub to use on a daily basis. It can hold up to 100 people sitting and the pub itself has a vintage style decor. The event would take place in the afternoon from about 1-4 and the pub is open till 12am for anyone who wishes to stay after the event has taken place.
The flying duck offers a range of food at very reasonable prices and offers 10% discount off all food to students. They also do a range of deals including a beer and a burger for £5. They offer a wide selection of alcoholic beverages and soft drinks for those under 18 years old. Drink prices include Kronenbourg £2.60, Strongbow £2.20 and Vodka/Gin mix £1.90.
There are a massive amount of games that could be played. There are a number of fun games that could be played like Twister, Operation and Buckaroo. More advanced games can be played by those looking for a challenge such as Scrabble and Monopoly. I would also like to try set up some kind of old video game competition using a Sega Mega Drive which the Flying Duck already has or possibly and old Nintendo 64 so we can have a Mario Kart tournament.
Reply to James Mackay Vintage Games Day idea.
DeleteI believe this event idea is very creative and unique and would attract a lot of people as events like this are not common. The venue is ideal as it already provides some of the games which helps when it comes to the money factor, also the prices of food and beverage are very student friendly. Another potential venue could be the student association in the townhead campus on floor 4 as i believe it is spacious enough and easy for students to get to. Also there are pool tables and xbox's already in there which would be appealing.
I believe this type of event suits anyone aged 16 and above however more so students as i believe they would enjoy it more.
only con would be you have'nt mentioned a specific target audience.
well done jambo!
Event Idea 2
ReplyDeleteBlack and White lunch.
A suitable location for this would be the Grand Central Hotel. This venue provides a good, yet formal atmosphere suitable for an event like this. Also providing space for the tables to be set out Banqueting style, to fit the formal feel of this event. This event, due to it being formal, I would say over 18’s only. But children can attend if accompanied by an adult.
This event would take place in the afternoon, in between what would be lunch and dinner time. So 2pm till approx. 4pm. There will be a bar, so again ID will be required.
This event has the main purpose to be a formal dinner, but there will be a dance floor for them to dance if they wish to do so. The room will be lit using mood lighting, with silhouettes of famous figures being projected over the walls. Guests will also be treated to a “white” carpet experience, with a photographer. It is going to be a very Hollywood feeling event, with clapper boards, a backdrop of a black city skyline, white flambeaux flames and black street lamps. This event will provide the opportunity for guests to get done up and to feel like a movie star for a day.
Reply to Rachel's Fire and Ice Afternoon Tea:
ReplyDeleteI really like this idea. I think the theme is creative and there is a lot you could do with it. You have some really good ideas for the decorations and the champagne fountain would be a really nice touch.
If the event is going to be a formal event then I feel it would maybe be better being hosted in the evening. The Corinthian is a good suggestion however due to it being a casino you will be restricted to over 18s, which is maybe another reason to host this event at around 7pm.
Another possible venue may be the Arches.
Your target market will probably be 25-40 year olds as I feel this is something adults would be interested in.
Overall a good idea with a creative theme, well done!
Luau/Hawaiian Theme Party ideas:
ReplyDeleteA good location for the a Luau themed party would be Hummingbird on Bath Street Glasgow. The Penthouse room can be booked for the event as it will hold a around 60-70 people leaving enough space for entertainment and games. Hummingbird offers a buffet menu that includes cajun chicken skewers and mini hamburgers. Although it would be great to have the traditional hog roast that is associated with Luaus it is not viable at such a location. Hummingbird also has a wide selection of cocktails available including a coconut rum based cocktail and we could possibly get the staff to make the traditional maistais cocktail that is served at Luaus.
The penthouse room can easily be decorated with things such as leis, blow up palm trees, coconuts and strips of palm trees that are used to make hula skirts. Staff at the event will wear Hawaiian style shirts and those attending will also be encouraged to do so. There will be a lais given to everyone upon arrival to help enhance the theme.
Entertainment will include traditional Luau performances from ukelele and drum players along with hula dancers. Games at the event will include pass the coconut which is very similar to hot potato, ulu maika which is similar to lawn bowling, pineapple bowling where pineapples are used instead of skittles and a coconut for the bowling ball and there could also be a hula hoop contest.
Pros:
ReplyDelete• It’s a very imaginative idea, I like the complexity of the two themes in one.
• I like how you have really thought about the idea even down to the entertainment.
Cons:
• You’ve not mentioned if the event will be free or not.
Potential Venue:
I see you have a choice of venue but you may also wish to consider the ground floor of the O2 Academy as it is a big space with high ceilings as well as the added benefit of a stage.
Target Market:
I would suggest that your target market be 18-50, 50/50 male to female ratio
Reply to Mhairi Daly Masquerade charity Ball idea
ReplyDeleteI like this idea as it is quite different, imaginative and not a very common event, so this will stand out to the participants wanting to attend. You have not mentioned how you are going to fundraise for your event and what will be in the goodie-bags that the guest will receive. I think the target audience for this event should be over 18’s as there is a bar in the Radisson Blu and I feel this event would appeal more to this age group. Another venue possibility for this event is the Grand Central Hotel as this is a city centre location and easy for guest to get to.
Masquerade charity Ball idea:
ReplyDeleteAnother idea I thought would be to have a masquerade ball. I would hold this event in the Radison Blue. This would be a good venue as it will have enough space for banquet style with a dance floor, plus a stage for the band to be placed.
For this event, it will need to happen at night time instead of during the day.
In the venue, I will have round tables for 8-10 people, so that their is enough space for the guests to mingle and dance. I will have silver candelabra with cream candles as center pieces with pink flowers wrapped around the stems.
During the night, I will have an auction, a band, a photobooth, a raffle and a 2-3 course meal as well as a champagne fountain.
Everyone must be dressed formally and must have a mask. I will charge £20 a head that will include the meal and goodie bags.
The target audience for this event will be the students who are at Universities and colleges across Glasgow. Another possible target audience would be for the professors and lecturers in the Universities and Colleges in Glasgow.