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1. Dino Day Returns to Barrow!

   8th July 2024 7:45 am Leave a Comment

   We were delighted to bring our Dinosaurs back to Barrow-in-Furness for the fourth Dino Day collaboration with Barrow BID on May 18^th 2024. Having worked with our client on three previous Dino Days, this year’s event was set to be our most impressive yet.

   The Brief

   Our client approached us with the aim of creating a prehistoric adventure for residents and visitors in Barrow town centre. Dino Day is a signature event in Barrow BID’s event calendar. The goal for 2024 was to surpass the success of previous years. The primary goal was to drive traffic into the town centre, increase spend in local businesses, and appeal to both local families and visitors from further afield. By increasing footfall, visitors could explore and support local businesses including retail, food, and drink establishments. The Dino Day aimed to provide exciting entertainment and encouraging new and previous attendees to visit. We were thrilled to help Barrow BID create another exciting family day out!

   The Challenges

   Our main challenge was to build upon the successes of previous Dino Days while introducing new elements to keep the event fresh and engaging. We needed to enhance our package while working within our client’s budget. The event needed to cater to all ages, requiring varied and exciting entertainment to appeal to all visitors.

   Additionally, it was important to make a positive impact upon local businesses. We needed to consider how to increase footfall and dwell time throughout the town centre.

   The Solutions

   Each year, we have enhanced Dino Day with new activities. Our 2023 event featured Dinosaur appearances throughout the day, including our Brontosaurus, Giant T Rex, Carnotaurus, and Baby Dinosaurs accompanied by our Dinosaur Rangers. Read about our 2023 Dino Day here.

   To make the 2024 event even more special, we brought new dinosaurs and activities to the Dino Day. We introduced our latest addition to the herd, our Dilophosaurus Dinosaur, Dolly.

   We strategically hosted multiple performance arenas and provided roaming performances to ensure we covered as much of the town centre as possible, drawing visitors to different locations. Additionally, Barrow BID actively encouraged local businesses to get involved in the prehistoric festivities.

   The Results

   This was the busiest Barrow Dino Day yet! Footfall increased significantly, filling the town centre with excited and happy visitors and residents.

   We collaborated with Barrow BID to create a schedule brimming with thrilling activities and performances! Including: Arena Shows, Walkabout performances, Baby Dinosaur meet-and-greets, Photo Opportunities, and Interactive Activities such as Dr Bones’ Hatchery and Ranger Training.

   

   Performances were spread across multiple locations, leading visitors to explore different areas of the town centre. Local businesses actively joined in the fun! For example, staff from Expressions Barrow roamed about wearing an inflatable dinosaur costume and organised a drawing sheet competition to win Dinosaur goodies!

   

   Our client received fantastic feedback and numerous interactions on social media. This indicated the success of the event and its positive impact on the community.

   Client Testimonial

   ‘The team at Big Foot once again delivered a show-stopping performance at Dino Day in Barrow in Furness which saw thousands of people visit the town centre.  The entire process from start to finish was seamless.  As event organisers we received hundreds of positive comments from families attending the event who travelled from across the country to see the dinosaurs in action.  All of the team were extremely professional, engaging with the public, with nothing being too much trouble.  We are really looking forward to working with the team again in the future!’

2. Gearing Up for The Final Lap: Providing Live Music to Celebrate the Grand Prix

   2nd July 2024 9:12 am Leave a Comment

   In June 2024, we were thrilled to work with our client to provide exceptional entertainment for their upcoming event. Earlier in the year, we had worked with Pleasure Beach Resort to provide eye-catching Walkabout Acts. Our client was delighted with the results, leading to another exciting opportunity: providing outstanding Live Music for their ‘The Final Lap’ event.

   The Brief

   We were delighted to work with Pleasure Beach Resort once more. This time, they sought our expertise to make a big impact with Live Music for  ‘The Final Lap’. This celebration marked the finale of 64 years of racing for the Grand Prix ride at the park. Visitors were invited for one last lap of the track before its final crossing of the finish line.

   Their aim was to establish a high-energy experience with exciting entertainment and live music to celebrate this momentous occasion. It was time to wave the chequered flag for the last time, and a perfect send-off was crucial!

   Our client wanted an exceptional Party Band to provide a live soundtrack. They aimed for the combined effect of the entertainment to bring a ‘Las Vegas meets Pleasure Beach Resort’ atmosphere to life! Additionally, they hoped to find a band with a personal connection to the park itself.

   The Challenges

   Our primary challenge was selecting the perfect Party band for our client. With many talented Party Bands on our roster, we needed to carefully choose a band to fulfil our client’s objectives. Fuelled by a drive to bring our client’s vision to life, we were excited to take on the challenge! Many of our bands were excited about the opportunity to perform at the event and had personal memories of the park. To steer the event towards success, we needed to choose the most suitable band to meet – and exceed – our client’s high expectations.

   In addition to delivering an outstanding performance, the chosen Party Band needed to add to the momentum and excitement of the event! Given the anticipated large turnout, Pleasure Beach Resort had planned lots of thrilling entertainment for visitors to experience during the event. It was important to our client for the Live Music to complement the existing entertainment: supercars, grid girl performers, themed photo opportunities, and DJ sets.

   Additionally, typical Blackpool weather – rain, wind, and clouds – was expected on the day. We needed to deliver an unforgettable experience that kept crowds queuing outdoors and enjoying the experience despite the weather!

   The Solutions

   Following our previous collaboration, we had a keen knowledge of our client’s intentions for their entertainment – live, loud, and impressive! We prioritised finding the best Party Band to provide a dynamic experience. We had many exciting conversations with our client to find the right choice and build a vision of the overall event.  

   After careful consideration, we recommended The Review. Placing pole position, this standout band, with a proven track record for high-energy performances, was ideal for the event. They also fulfilled our client’s wishes regarding a personal connection to the Grand Prix ride, having fond memories of riding the original petrol-powered cars before the transition to electric in 2002. We were confident that the band would adapt to and enhance the entertainment and high-energy experience at the event – regardless of the weather!

   The Result

   Our client’s ‘The Final Lap’ celebration was a perfect farewell to the Grand Prix ride. Guests enjoyed a thrilling experience, and our client received overwhelmingly positive feedback. The event saw an excellent turnout and successfully commemorated over six decades of operation for the Grand Prix ride. Crossing the finish line with triumph!

   Pleasure Beach Resort received fantastic feedback from guests: ‘It was a fantastic event and a great way to say bye to a classic attraction’, ‘The opportunity to ride the Grand Prix for one last time was incredible, and we loved all the entertainment while queuing in the rain’, ‘What a fantastic way to celebrate the classic ride. The music was a great addition and we loved the photo opportunities’, ‘A great send off for the Grand Prix!’, and more.

   Despite the inclement weather, The Review delivered an outstanding performance. Their high-energy performance and vibrant presence created a lively atmosphere that shone beyond the clouds, entertaining guests queueing outdoors. Even with supercars on the line-up, this band proved to be the perfect support act for the Grand Prix ride.

   A multi-award-winning professional band with over 14 years of experience, The Review’s live performances are unparalleled. With an electrifying repertoire, luxury edge, and penchant for transforming countless non-events into happenings, this Party Band added to the energy of our client’s event with a winning performance.

   This Party Band deliver a high-energy mix of rock and indie anthems, totally unique guitar versions of pop and dance classics, guilty pleasures, and some of the slickest genre mashing medleys you never thought you’d dance to! Backstreet Boys to Rage Against the Machine, Paramore to ABBA. No crowd has ever been able to resist their head-banging, tear-jerking, fist-pumping, lighter-waving, guilty-pleasure scream-a-longs.

   Our high-octane entertainment helped the event rev up special memories for the park’s visitors and created new, lifelong ones. ‘The Final Lap’ featured in many vlogs capturing the energy of the event. They cheered on both the range of entertainment and the chance to have been part of the ride’s last lap.

   Client Testimonial

   We received wonderful feedback from our client for our service: ‘Thank you, Mia, for yet again delivering exceptional service to a fantastic standard. Always a pleasure working with you and we will most definitely be coming back for more!’

   

   

   

   

   Building on our successful collaborations to date, we are excited to continue working with Pleasure Beach Resort for future events!

3. Why Choose Family Entertainment for Retail Strategy

   28th June 2024 7:18 pm Leave a Comment

   Live Entertainment is an engaging and effective strategy to boost sales and growth in the retail sector. For modern customers, the shopping experience is as important as the products themselves. Family Entertainment is not only a crowd-pleaser, but also enhances the customer experience, increases dwell time, boosts footfall, grows sales, and creates a sense of community by providing unique and memorable experiences.

   Creating an Enhanced Customer Experience

   Integrating Live Entertainment into retail strategy is a fantastic way of improving the overall customer experience. An enhanced customer experience is built upon developing exciting experiences that attract and retain visitors. As well as providing desirable prices, promotions, and diverse products, modern customers seek engaging experiences for their families. The opportunity for visitors to engage with retail spaces draws in new customers and builds a sense of loyalty for returning shoppers, often through word-of-mouth referrals.

   Collaborating with retailers – shops selling related products, decorating window displays, etc – is a powerful method to drive sales and create an immersive customer experience. Even Public Events can have a positive impact on local businesses with shop tie-ins. These bring shopping districts to life with a shared theme. Events such as Dino Days generate significant footfall and create huge interest, benefiting local retailers, especially those participating in the excitement!

   Increasing Footfall and Dwell Time

   Increased footfall and dwell time lead to higher sales volumes due to the additional time customers spend browsing and purchasing. For example, our family-focused Easter Entertainment at a client’s outlet shopping complex featured an Easter Bunny Mascot, Gardening Workshops, Beatrix Potter-inspired Characters, and an Easter Egg Hunt. This event resulted in an 8.6% increase in footfall and sales compared to 2019, with the most popular day seeing a 13% increase in footfall and a 15.1% increase in sales.

   

   Seasonal events encourage repeat visits throughout the year, increasing customer base and reputation for fantastic family fun! This is particularly evident during school holidays and around seasonal celebrations. These times are ideal for integrating entertainment into retail promotional strategy to attract and retain customers. This includes: Seasonally Themed Workshops, Installations, Themed Trails, Interactive Entertainment, and more!

   Creating Shareable Experiences

   Themed Trails are excellent for drawing customers around your retail space. They provide a fantastic opportunity for visitors to create shareable content for social media exposure. Recently, we worked with a client on a large-scale Themed Trail Installation. This resulted in record-breaking footfall figures of 509,000 visitors – up 200,000 year-on-year. The event had an economic impact of £3.35m.

   

   Our highly versatile Themed Trails consist of high-quality 3D Props – doubling as Photo Opportunities! – strategically placed throughout your retail space in key target areas. Popular Trail themes include space, dinosaurs, easter egg hunt, Halloween, under the sea, safari, Christmas, spring, and many more!

   Distinguishing from Competitors

   Providing exceptional family entertainment sets a retail space apart from its competitors. A safe and positive atmosphere reassures families that the retail space offers secure activities, making it the preferred destination for parents and their children.

   Integrating live entertainment into retail strategy not only enhances the shopping experience but also drives sales and growth by increasing footfall, dwell time, and customer loyalty.

4. The ‘Secret Garden’ Garden Installation

   24th June 2024 8:22 am Comments Off on The ‘Secret Garden’ Garden Installation

   In May 2024, we had the pleasure of working with a new venue to enhance their family spring entertainment offerings with a secret garden installation!

   The Brief

   Our client aimed to provide engaging and eye-catching entertainment for visitors to their shopping centre during the late spring period. Their vision was to create a realistic, lifelike garden indoors with activities to help inspire children to get outside and enjoy nature.

   The Challenges

   The primary challenge we encountered was adhering to our client’s strict fire safety regulations. This restricted our use of standard materials in our design and proposal.

   The Solutions

   We worked closely with our client’s on-site operations team to develop a comprehensive risk assessment. This gave us a thorough understanding of the safety requirements.

   To comply with the venue’s regulations, we had to think outside the box to select materials that were both visually effective and safe. For example, instead of using traditional brown wooden fencing, we provided a white plastic picket fence. Instead of artificial grass, we used green camo netting to provide a grass effect. Additionally, all our Props were treated to meet fire compliance standards.

   The Result

   We created a vibrant Garden Installation in full bloom! The Installation featured an array of botanical props, foliage, and themed seating. It included: a foliage arch entranceway, Giant daffodil, daisy, rose, sunflower, and tulip Props, a picnic bench and toadstool seating, and blossom canopies.

   

   To truly bring our client’s entertainment to life, we introduced engaging interactive Workshops in which children could pot their own seeds in a pot to take away or enjoy some themed arts and crafts!

   

   Testimonial

   Our client was thrilled with the outcome of the garden installation. The workshops were a hit, with many happy children and families enjoying the opportunity to connect with nature. We look forward to creating more exciting installations together with our client in the future!

5. Remembering 90s Dance Music Dario G Star, Paul Spencer

   18th June 2024 12:34 pm Leave a Comment

   Big Foot Events were honoured and proud to work alongside legendary 90s dance music icon Paul Spencer, also known as Dario G, for many years. We are all deeply saddened by his death yesterday.

   Paul leaves behind an incredible legacy through his music. Dario G was a dance music trio formed by DJs and producers Paul Spencer, Scott Rosser, and Stephen Spencer. They achieved global success in 1997 with ‘Sunchyme’, an enduring dance anthem that remains a favourite today, selling over 60,000 copies in the UK and reaching No.2 in the charts. The band, named after the then-manager of Crewe Alexandra FC, Dario Grandi, followed up with another top 5 track, ‘Carnaval de Paris’. The song became the unofficial anthem of the 1998 World Cup in Paris and was later re-released for the 2002 tournament.

   As those who knew Paul well will attest, he is also leaving a legacy of love, kindness, and positivity for everyone he met. Paul would bounce into our office with his huge smile and boundless energy, bringing gifts for all the team – from t-shirts to sweets and cakes.

   Paul’s family shared on his official Instagram that “he was positive until the end but this was one battle he could not fight anymore. He leaves behind a wonderful musical legacy and many happy memories for many people. He will be sadly missed by everyone who loved him. Shine bright our big star”.

   It was a joy to spend time in his presence. Those of our clients who attended our 2022 Showcase – where Paul honoured us with a fantastic performance – will recall how vibrant and energetic he was.

   Paul was always buzzing with new ideas and enthusiasm. We worked closely with Paul on his Better Than The 90s project, an incredible idea he had when returning home from another sell-out 90s-themed event. He found these 90s-themed events were better than the actual 90s – as nowadays we are older, more settled, and more secure than we were then. This unique, fun, and nostalgic show was hosted by Paul, who brought immense energy and genuine passion to the production.

   Even in recent months, his maintained positivity was truly infectious as he played us his music and spoke about having a party when this was all over. Well, Paul, we hope there is a party for you in heaven right now – and you are playing that trumpet!

6. A Standing Ovation for Our Live Music Acts

   17th June 2024 8:43 am Leave a Comment

   We were delighted to provide several live music acts for our client and create extraordinary experiences for their customers!

   The Brief

   On this occasion, we had sourced and reached out to our client through direct marketing. In our research, we identified our client’s venue as an ideal match for our live entertainment offerings. We discussed their entertainment goals and live music needs to tailor our proposal.

   As a newly opened venue, it was crucial for our client to provide exciting entertainment that would not only draw in customers but also set a high standard for future events.

   The Challenges

   One of our primary challenges was supplying entertainment for our client’s unestablished customer base. It was essential to propose live music acts that appealed to a diverse audience to build a consistent customer base and raise the profile of our client’s venue.

   Additionally, the unusual layout of the venue required acts that could adapt and perform effectively within the space.

   The Solutions

   We proposed a variety of Tribute Acts to gauge audience response and attract customers. These acts included We Will Rock You, Santa Baby, Sistacated, Big Boyband Reunion, and GIRLCODE. Following the success of these live music acts and increased knowledge of the venue layout, we proposed Last Orders – The Pub Party, a versatile interactive act suitable for numerous occasions and venues. We were able to adapt the Last Orders concept to the venue and their audience, engaging customers through dynamic performance.

   The Results

   By understanding and addressing our client’s unique needs and challenges, we successfully elevated their venue’s entertainment profile and delivered memorable live music experiences for their audience.

   The feedback for our act was overwhelmingly positive, leading our client to rebook. Furthermore, our client has continued to utilise our services for future live music acts, establishing a strong and ongoing partnership.

   

   There was an incredible audience response to Last Orders. The Last Orders concept is flexible and can be moulded to fit almost any scenario or venue.

   The Pub Party with Last Orders is the result of some mates and a night in the pub – literally! This hour-long show is an uplifting, interactive experience, with lots of audience participation both on and off stage. You will get to know the Pub Landlord and Locals as they deliver rousing versions of ‘Hey Brother’ by Avicii, Queen’s ‘Fat Bottomed Girls’ and hits from Mika, Billy Joel, One Direction, Bon Jovi, Backstreet Boys, Gary Barlow, The Beatles, Doobie Brothers, 90s anthems, and even the Spice Girls. Audiences are guaranteed to raise their glasses and sing along!

   

   Client Testimonial

   ‘Nothing but good feedback! Mia researched our venue, suggested the Last Orders Pub Choir. She went above and beyond to find us suitable acts, and this one in particular were absolutely amazing! Would 100 times over rebook! Thank you so much :)’

7. Loud and Proud Pride Events

   3rd June 2024 3:48 pm Leave a Comment

   It’s Pride Month! Embrace the spirit of pride with vibrant entertainment at your events. From lively music to captivating walkabout acts, make your celebrations loud and proud. Pride month is dedicated to the celebration and commemoration of LGBTQIA+ pride. Pride Month began after the Stonewall riots in 1969. It is important to celebrate the impact of LGBTQIA+ people, promote inclusivity, and prioritise representation.

   Music

   By highlighting LGBTQIA+ artists and entertainers, celebrate the diversity of the community and promote a message of inclusion and acceptance.

   Create a showstopping musical experience with our extensive selection of Live Bands, Star Names, and Tribute Acts. Celebrate LGBTQIA+ figures with Tribute Acts that honour legends such as George Michael, Boy George, and Sir Elton John. These Tribute Acts do more than just perform the music; they embody the spirit and message of the icons they represent, reinforcing the importance of LGBTQIA+ representation in the music industry. Pay homage to beloved icons such as Cher, Kylie Minogue, Madonna, and Britney Spears.

   Add a touch of star power with exceptional Celebrity PAs, Hosts and DJs. Consider sets from Claire Sweeney, DJ Fat Tony or Gok Wan to bring people together with upbeat, danceable music.

   

   Entertainment

   Make your pride celebrations truly unforgettable with our diverse range of Performers that bring energy and vibrancy to your pride events. Our stunning walkabout acts such as Glow Performers, Roller Skaters, and Stilt Walkers, will captivate your audience and create an electric atmosphere. For a unique twist, consider adding a T-Rex to the mix! These dynamic performers add colour and excitement to your event and also provide fantastic photo opportunities!

   

8. How to Throw a Love Island Party!

   6:23 am Leave a Comment

   Love Island starts today! Want to bring the sunshine and heat to your next event? We’ve got you covered with Love Island party ideas that are exactly your type on paper.

   Live Entertainment

   Bring the fun of Love Island challenges to your event and encourage some hilarious team building through light-hearted competitions! These options will get everyone involved in the fun:

   Not just for kids, our Interactive Inflatables bring summer fun to your Love Island Party! An Assault Course is a fantastic way to encourage friendly competition among your guests. Delight your guests with a bubbly Foam Party or a vibrant UV Party, adding a splash of summer fun to your event.

   Enjoy refreshing summer drinks such as mojitos, daiquiris, and pina coladas served by our Flair Bartenders! Your guests will watch in awe as they juggle bottles and spin glasses while mixing your favourite cocktails.

   Bring the heat with our mesmerising Fire Performers who will dazzle your guests with their super-hot skills.

   

   Venue Theming and Decor

   Transform your venue into a tropical island escape! Create the perfect island vibe with palm trees, festoon lighting, and vibrant décor to set the mood. Pull your guests for a chat with our fantastic seating ideas ranging from Giant Deckchairs to relaxing day beds or plush seating around a fire pit – of course.

   

   Live Music

   Your Live Music decision is key to capturing the Love Island atmosphere! Bring your event to life by leaning into the tropical island experience with the sounds of a Steel Drum Band. Elevate the Love Island party with musical guest appearances from Headline DJs or Star Name Performers such as Becky Hill. A Craig David Tribute Act or Ibiza Sax Player are fantastic choices for your Love Island Party.

   

9. Creating a Spectacular Private Party

   1st June 2024 8:10 am Leave a Comment

   Big Foot Events had the pleasure of assisting our private client in celebrating their 50th birthday in style! Here’s how we turned their vision into a sparkling and unforgettable reality…

   The Brief

   Our client envisioned a dazzling birthday celebration filled with visually spectacular and Interactive Entertainment, stunning Venue Theming, and unique catering options for their guests. They approached us with a very detailed vision, and our goal was to bring it to life!

   The Challenges

   We encountered several obstacles while planning the birthday party, but we eagerly embraced the challenge of finding the perfect solutions!

   Budget constraints meant that we needed to create an impressive event within a limited budget. We needed to make sure we used this budget as effectively as possible. Additionally, the party was held in a different part of the country to where our client was located. We needed to liaise clearly between the client, the venue, and our team for the event to be designed and to run as smoothly as possible.

   It was crucial for this event to align closely with our client’s vision. We wanted to deliver a fantastic birthday party that met – and exceeded – their expectations.

   The Solutions

   We planned every aspect of the event to maximise the budget without compromising on quality! We secured fantastic entertainment and venue theming to create a party with plenty of wow-factor.

   To ensure we brought our client’s vision to life perfectly, we created mood boards and collaborated closely with them throughout the planning process. This ensured our ideas aligned with their hopes for the event.

   We conducted site visits to the venue on our client’s behalf and to gain a thorough understanding of the event space. This enabled us to plan a stunning venue transformation and use the space most effectively to create a big impression!

   From our fantastic range of unique and interactive entertainment options, we selected acts that would add to the party’s wow-factor and fit in perfectly with our client’s vision. Additionally, we offered unique catering options to add a special touch to the birthday party.

   The Results

   We created a spectacular birthday celebration for our client that brought their vision to life whilst staying within their budget.

   We created a visually stunning entranceway with Props, providing fabulous photo opportunities and impressing from the very moment guests arrived. Our centrepieces tied the venue theming and colour scheme together to enhance the overall visual effect.

   We designed a custom Champagne Dress Hostess to match the event’s colour scheme, serving drinks and providing unique, interactive entertainment.

   Our Doughnut Wall was a quirky feature that offered guests a fun and memorable snack opportunity!

   By carefully considering every detail and working closely with our client, we delivered a delightful birthday celebration that exceeded expectations and left a lasting impression on all who attended.

   

   Client Testimonial

   ‘I wanted to extend my gratitude and appreciation for the AMAZING Helen Bridge and the team that worked with me for my 50th Birthday celebrations. They were truly outstanding: professional, caring, helpful, diligent… the list goes on and on! From planning the party with Helen, through to the expertise of the staff on the night ensuring every detail was covered, they went over and above to help me. Helen is SO very, very conscientious; she gave me some wonderful suggestions and ideas of how to make the party stunning! The party was seamless thanks to this incredible team. Please can the team be commended; they truly deserve it!’

10. Making an Impact with our Walkabout Performers

    27th May 2024 11:01 am Leave a Comment

    On March 30^th, 2024, we had the pleasure of assisting our client in delivering exciting and eye-catching performers at Pleasure Beach Resort.

    The Brief

    Our client approached us with the objective of providing an unforgettable experience for their guests. They aimed to wow with high-impact, visually impressive, and unique Walkabout Performers. The primary focus was on creating an extraordinary event to ensure an enjoyable guest experience.

    The Challenges

    We faced two main challenges: our client’s tight timeline and their constrained budget. We needed to promptly create exciting ideas, coordinate with our client, and organise entertainment within a limited timeframe. Our objective was to meet, and exceed, our client’s expectations from the outset, all while staying within budget.

    The Solutions

    Big Foot Events have an extensive selection of fantastic walkabout acts and understanding of their suitability for different events and requirements. We were well-equipped to deliver the perfect choice for our client’s needs. We provided the best possible outcome that both met their budget and surpassed their expectations.

    The Results

    We provided a selection of Walkabout Performers including a talented Bubble Performer, dazzling Disco Ball Heads, elegant Summer Belles, and a shimmering Mirror Man.

    

    Testimonial

    Our client was thrilled with the success of our Walkabout Performers. They have rebooked our services for more entertainment and live performances at future events this year.

11. A Roaring Success for Loughborough SU’s Dinosaur Night Out!

    22nd May 2024 9:01 am Leave a Comment

    Have you ever seen a Dinosaur in a club? On the 3rd of May 2024, Big Foot Events had the delight of collaborating with Loughborough Students’ Union to bring our Raptor to their FNDino student night out.

    The Brief

    Our client was hosting a Dinosaur Disco and sought to complete their guest list with a prehistoric VIP. They reached out to Big Foot Events to find the perfect party animal for their student night out, aiming to make a big impact and create a truly memorable night.

    The Challenges

    Our primary goal was to make the event a hit while ensuring the safety and security of our team. We needed to assess the event space to accommodate our Dinosaur, ensuring that there was a private space for breaks and appropriate roaming space. It was important to work with our client to structure the event to allow for appropriate breaks for our team and consider the late get-out time.

    We focused on providing the best experience for our client and the students. This required our Dinosaur handler to interact in a light-hearted and humorous manner to complement our Raptor’s cheeky personality! We needed to keep guests entertained throughout the night with engaging prehistoric interactions and photo opportunities.

    The Solutions

    To overcome these challenges, we collaborated closely with our client to manage expectations and conduct thorough risk assessments, ensuring confidence for both our teams and the client. We worked together to assess the space and identify any potential risks.

    In collaboration with our client, we scheduled feeding time breaks for our Raptor and Ranger handler whilst maintaining a fantastic experience for partygoers.

    The Results

    FNDino was a prehistorically incredible night out. Our Raptor and handler received a warm welcome and enjoyed the event just as much as the students!

    Highlights of the event included a dedicated photoshoot area meet and greet experience where students could pose with our Raptor. This created unforgettable memories. We also provided exciting prehistoric interactions, entertaining guests throughout the night.

    

    We received fantastic feedback from our client who thrilled with the outcome of their event. As well as making a big impression on attendees, it generated fantastic and unique photos shared on social media.

    

    Client Testimonial

    ‘Big Foot Events were a joy to work with on our project: FNDino! A student night out with a prehistoric difference! The whole team worked seamlessly together to ensure our Jurassic guest had the warmest, and safest welcome to Loughborough Students’ Union. From risk assessments to performance space requirements, everything was made really clear so that we could offer a really great experience for our students. A big thank you to all the team for their shared efforts in making sure our event was a hit! Please pass on my thanks to Kaylee; she was without a doubt the right person for the job. Her energy was perfectly matched with the students, and really enhanced the experience. An excellent choice for the gig!’

12. A Very Merry Corporate Christmas: Christmas Party Packages and Installations

    20th May 2024 6:17 am Leave a Comment

    It’s never too early to think about Christmas! Whether you’re looking to create a season-long celebration or a one-off event, we have the perfect Christmas Party Packages to make your festive season truly magical.

    Our season-long packages and installations typically cover a period of six to eight weeks and can be tailored to any theme, from smaller setups to more elaborate installations.

    Season-long Packages and Installations

    Do you have multiple event rooms or are you looking for consistency across different branches of your chain? No problem! Our Christmas packages can be replicated exactly and provided to multiple locations.

    We will tailor your Christmas package to match your brief, budget, and venue. We ensure the most sparkling results that are just right for your company. Whether you prefer a traditional approach to Christmas or something more unique and outlandish, we cater to each brief with live entertainment, event production, and any additional finishing touches! Our team will work closely with you and collaborate to arrange the most suitable and impressive entertainment and production. We will work with you to incorporate bespoke elements where available, ensuring your event is tailored just to you.

    From table dressing to complete venue transformations, our professional and talented installation team will create a stunning Christmas atmosphere. Consider Props, Draping, Lighting Effects, Entranceways, and Walkways to create an unforgettable experience for your guests.  

    

    One-off Installations

    We ensure that our one-off installations and events are equally effective. Our Christmas Party Nights are festive and creative, designed to make a big impression no matter how small. We specialise in providing complete event packages – so you only need one point of contact for all your event services.

    Engaging Hosts

    We have an extensive roster of Speakers and Comedians who will lead your event. The right Speaker for your event will also create fantastic interaction with, and between, your guests. We will recommend the most suitable talents to fit your brief.

    Fun and Games

    Additionally, we offer a variety of Fun and Games perfect for team-building. Have your guests ever had a snowball fight inside a Giant Snow Globe? Or competed in Ice Bumper Cars? Or tried to out-sing each other to Mariah Carey in a Karaoke Booth?

    Musical Entertainment

    For Musical Entertainment, choose from our wide range of talented live acts! This includes classical Quartets, live and loud Party Bands, and Tribute Artists. We only work with established, tried-and-tested performers to ensure top-quality entertainment.

    

    The Finishing Touches

    Don’t forget those extra little touches that tie everything together and leave a lasting impression on your guests. Think Food Carts, Magic Selfie Mirrors, Giant Snow Globes, and Photo Walls, all with customisable elements for your guests to take home as a memory. While they may not be the main focus, these additions have a huge impact!

    From elaborate season-long setups to unforgettable one-off events, our Christmas Party Packages are designed to meet your every need. Let us help you create a magical festive atmosphere that will leave your guests in awe and make this Christmas one to remember.