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1. Raising the Bar for Live Entertainment: Celebrating Venue16’s TEAA Award-Winning Success

   10th April 2025 2:53 pm Leave a Comment

   We are incredibly proud to celebrate a major achievement for one of our valued long-standing clients, Venue16, who recently took home the Live Entertainment Venue of the Year title at the 2025 TEAA Business Awards.

   This well-deserved accolade recognises the unwavering commitment and creativity that the Venue16 team pours into every single event. We are proud to have played a key role in bringing their visions to life.

   As their live entertainment partner for the past few years, Big Foot Events has collaborated closely with the team to curate standout line-ups, deliver unforgettable experiences, and help position Venue16 as a true destination for quality entertainment in the East of England.

   Having nominated them ourselves, we’re absolutely thrilled to see their hard work, passion, and dedication to delivering outstanding live entertainment recognised on such a prestigious stage.

   This win is not just well-deserved. It’s a reflection of everything they’ve built and the vibrant experiences they continue to bring to life. Our collaborations have become true highlights in their entertainment calendar – and ours, too!

   Summer Soul Vibes: A Signature Success

   Among the most successful of our collaborations is Summer Soul Vibes. A one-day music festival that has grown year on year into a signature event for the venue. It’s a must-attend celebration of soul, funk, and feel-good energy that keeps audiences coming back for more.

   Line-up highlights over the years:

   2025: Soul II Soul, Marvin Humes, Phats & Small, Ellie Sax, Kenny Thomas

   2024: Trevor Nelson, Kenny Thomas, Still Drifting

   2023: Craig Charles, Jaki Graham, Loose Ends, Odyssey

   From the soulful sounds of Craig Charles and Jaki Graham to the high-energy sets from Trevor Nelson – and the huge names on the horizon for 2025 – it’s become a much-anticipated highlight that draws crowds from across the region.

   Innovative Events with a Twist

   But our work together doesn’t stop in summer. Venue16 has fully embraced bold, creative concepts like Jurassic Christmas – a one-of-a-kind festive experience featuring our animatronic dinosaurs. We’re excited to be bringing festive magic with a Jurassic twist this upcoming festive period!

   Past events have also featured iconic performances from Kevin & Perry, DJ Spoony, Absolute Britney, Heatwave, and more.

   Big Foot Events: Driving Creative Success

   Behind every successful event is a team that understands what it takes to captivate an audience – and that’s exactly where Big Foot Events thrives.

   From artist booking and show production to immersive theming and bespoke entertainment concepts, we’ve worked hand-in-hand with Venue16 to transform big ideas into unforgettable experiences.

   Whether it’s delivering seamless logistics, sourcing star name headline acts, or adding the little touches that surprise and engage, our mission is simple – to make our clients shine. This award is a perfect example of what’s possible when vision and partnership come together.

   Looking to the Future

   With Summer Soul Vibes 2025 just around the corner and the launch of Jurassic Christmas set for multiple dates this December, we can’t wait to see what we’ll achieve together next!

   To the amazing team at Venue16 – congratulations again on this outstanding recognition. It’s been a privilege to support your success, and we can’t wait to keep raising the bar together.

   

2. School Holidays Sorted: How Shopping Centres Can Attract Families with Engaging Entertainment

   7th April 2025 4:50 pm Leave a Comment

   The school holidays are a prime time for shopping centres and retail complexes to shine as go-to destinations for families. With children off school and parents seeking ways to keep them entertained, offering exciting, interactive entertainment can turn a simple shopping trip into a full family day out. The right mix of activities not only attracts visitors but also boosts dwell time, footfall, and consumer loyalty.

   Interactive Easter-Themed Experiences

   Take your Easter celebrations up a notch by going beyond the traditional Easter Bunny. Create unique, interactive experiences that get families moving through your space and engaging with different retail outlets.

   Giant Easter Egg Trail: Guide families on a playful hunt around your complex to increase footfall across multiple zones.

   Craft Workshops: Set up creative stations where little ones can decorate eggs or create their own Easter cards, giving them something special to take home!

   Storytelling Sessions: Add a touch of nostalgia with live readings of springtime favourites such as Peter Rabbit. These immersive sessions are perfect for young children and create a calm moment in the day. Sessions could even include meet-and-greet opportunities with favourite characters!

   

   

   

   Hands-on Activities and Sensory Play Areas

   Provide children with space to explore, learn, and play while parents take a well-earned break or enjoy some retail therapy.

   Animal Encounters: Educational, interactive, and adorable! Pop-up petting zones are always a hit.

   LEGO Play Zones: Encourage creativity with build-your-own activities and hands-on fun. Ideal for keeping children entertained while reinforcing learning.

   Workshops: With ideas for any theme, season, or event, our Workshops are the perfect way to get children involved at your events. Read all about one of our fantastic interactive spring workshops here!

   Soft Play and Sensory Zones: Perfect for extra little ones, soft play installations provide safe and stimulating environments. Larger, dedicated sensory experience zones are a perfect, immersive choice for older groups. Check out how we brought a spring garden to life here!

   

   

   

   Social Media-Friendly Installations

   Families love to share photos of their adventures, so make your centre a must-visit backdrop for their snaps!

   Seasonally-themed Photo Spots: For Spring, think oversized Easter Eggs, giant flower arches, or even interactive ‘living’ walls. These installations are not only eye-catching, they’re shareable and will create social media buzz! Check out one of our most shareable installations here!

   Pop-Up Experiences: Consider Instagram-friendly pop-ups such as a ‘Pass the Positivity’ wall or an interactive Themed Trail. Check out our exciting seasonal Themed Trails here!

   Roaming Performers and Live Entertainers

   Bring energy to any space with exciting and engaging live entertainment.

   Easter Bunny Meet-and-Greet: A classic for a reason. An Easter Bunny mascot meet-and-greet creates adorable fun and plenty of bunny interactions perfect for photo opportunities.

   Interactive Theatre: Short, engaging performances and family friendly theatre shows add sense of wonder to any day. Check out some of our favourite family shows here!

   Dance and Music: Live music and movement create a buzzing atmosphere families can participate in and enjoy.

   

   

   

   Bringing family-friendly entertainment to your centre isn’t just about creating fun – it’s about creating business. The right entertainment strategy can:

   Extend Dwell Time: More time spent in-centre leads to more chances for your retailers to benefit.
   Drive Social Media Buzz: Families love sharing their experiences online, providing free promotion and wider reach.

   Build Customer Loyalty: A memorable visit means families are more likely to return… and tell their friends!

   Boost Footfall: Parents actively seek out destinations that offer engaging activities for their children.

   Want to make your retail destination the heart of the school holiday action? Get in touch and discover our exciting range of family entertainment! Call 01253 351100 or email info@bigfootevents.co.uk today!

3. Bring Spring to Life with Interactive Entertainment

   19th March 2025 3:09 pm Leave a Comment

   Spring officially begins on Thursday, 20th March 2025! As the days grow lighter and the flowers begin to bloom, it’s the perfect time to bring the magic of spring to life with extraordinary family-friendly spring entertainment, interactive workshops, and themed trails!

   Let your events flourish this season with our fantastic spring entertainment options. Here are just a few of our favourite ideas!

   Pot Your Own Plant Workshop

   Celebrate new beginnings with this hands-on gardening experience! Children will learn fun plant facts, gain new gardening skills, and take home their very own seed to nurture and grow. This workshop is a great way to boost footfall and dwell time in shopping centres. Plus, encourage families to share their plant’s progress on social media – keeping your event fresh in their minds long after they’ve gone home!

   Sunflower Craft Workshop

   Our Sunflower Craft Workshop is a vibrant, engaging activity that will bring colour and warmth to your event. Fully staffed and including all materials, this workshop will help increase footfall, dwell time, and those all-important springtime smiles!

   

   

   

   Spring Animals – Meet The Flock!

   Spring is all about new life, and we have the perfect street theatre act to celebrate it! Heidi and Henrietta, two Herdwick sheep, have brought their adorable quintuplet lambs down from the Lakeland fells in a beautiful vintage pram. With unexpected and adorable sound effects from their woolly little ones, The Flock will bring charm, laughter, and a touch of countryside magic to any event!

   A Spring Garden

   Why hire a florist when you can have living, breathing floral entertainment? Our stunning Living Flower Girls are a walking bouquet, bursting with colour and elegance. Meanwhile, our Human Hedges blend into the greenery, ready to surprise and delight guests! Complete the look with our Beautiful Butterfly Stilt Walkers – a picture-perfect way to bring nature to life at your spring event.

   

   

   

   Spring Themed Trail

   Let your guests embark on a Spring-themed adventure! Discover bright blooms, adorable farm animal props, and hidden seasonal surprises throughout the trail. From tulips and sunflowers to fluffy lambs and calves, this experience brings the beauty of spring to life!

   Easter Spring Entertainment

   Easter and spring go hand in hand, and we have a basket full of egg-citing entertainment for the season!

   Giant Easter Egg Hunt

   Bring an interactive Easter Egg Hunt to your venue with our Giant Easter Egg Trail! Featuring ten vibrant Easter Egg props, each with a fun riddle to solve, this activity encourages exploration, engagement, and increased dwell time. In past years, our clients spelt out the word ‘EASTER’!

   Meet the Easter Bunny and Spring Characters

   No Easter celebration is complete without a visit from the Easter Bunny! Whether you’re looking for a walkabout character, photo opportunities, or interactive meet-and-greets, our bunny is ready to bring joy, laughter, and a sprinkle of Easter magic to your event.

   

   

   

   Ready to make your event blossom this spring? Get in touch with our team today to explore even more bespoke spring entertainment options!

4. Beyond the Bookshelf: Bringing Beloved Stories to Life for World Book Day

   3rd March 2025 4:27 pm Leave a Comment

   This year, World Book Day falls on Thursday, 6th March. World Book Day is all about celebrating the magic of storytelling – but what if you could step beyond the bookshelf into your favourite tales? At Big Foot Events, we love transforming stories into extraordinary experiences for the whole family with interactive entertainment, immersive theming, and larger-than-life characters!

   Our characters, props, and themes from classic and contemporary favourites offer endless possibilities for Family Fun Days!

   From Page to Performance: Bring Your Favourite Stories to Life

   We believe the magic of a book should never be confined to its pages! Whether it’s meeting a beloved character face-to-face or stepping into an entirely themed world, our immersive experiences turn classic stories into interactive adventures.

   A Prehistoric Adventure

   Michael Crichton’s Jurassic Park sparked a love of dinosaurs for generations. Now, it’s time to bring that prehistoric world to life! Our towering, animatronic dinosaurs will thrill budding palaeontologists and transport families straight into the heart of the Jurassic era.  Ideal for schools, libraries, or family fun days, this is a truly ‘dino-mite’ way to celebrate World Book Day!

   Storytime Magic: Meet the Characters You Love

   Our interactive story-time performances turn timeless tales into engaging, immersive experiences that enchant young book lovers.

   Beatrix Potter-inspired characters will hop straight from the page into your event with our charming meet-and-greet mascots and story-time sessions.

   Straight from Darkest Peru, our British Bear brings all the charm (and marmalade) of this childhood favourite to life. Perfect for photo opportunities and heart-warming interactions!

   

   

   

   Step into spellbinding stories with our School of Sorcery. Young witches and wizards can experience interactive Workshops, enchanting activities, and magical performances filled with spells, potions, and mythical creatures.

   Enter the whimsical world of Lewis Carroll with interactive performers, curiouser and curiouser characters, and surreal décor inspired by Wonderland.

   Set sail for Neverland with our engaging Peter Pan and pirate-themed family shows, complete with swashbuckling sword fights, audience participation, and high-energy adventure! Perfect for creating a fun-filled, action-packed atmosphere for both young pirates and budding adventurers. Whether you’re looking for an exciting stage show or interactive experience, a Neverland adventure will captivate children and adults alike.

   

   

   

   Full Venue Transformations: Around the World in 80 Days (in 80 warehouses!)

   Not only do we bring stories to life with performers and props, but we also create breathtaking full-venue transformations! Here’s how we turned a warehouse canteen into a sky-high adventure, inspired by a literary classic…

   As part of the UK Warehousing Association’s (UKWA) 80^th anniversary, we were challenged to transform a warehouse canteen into an immersive, Instagram-worthy space for the final visit of the UKWA CEO’s tour of 80 warehouses. Inspired by Jules Verne’s Around the World in 80 Days, we created an experience that transported guests to the skies!

   With just a few days to plan and execute, we needed to transform a functional canteen into a stunning, immersive environment fit for the event.

   We conducted a site visit to assess the space, take measurements, and explore whether practical installations or projection visuals would create the most impactful sky-high effect.

   We designed a hot air balloon experience! Guests could step inside the basket, hold onto the ropes, and capture the perfect photos! Wall draping combined with lighting projections creating the illusion of the sky, and coloured ceiling draping and lighting projections simulated the hot air balloon and flame. To finish, we added rustic-look seating, allowing guests to sit and take in the immersive atmosphere.

   The transformation was breathtaking! Guests could step into a real balloon basket, surrounded by stunning 360-degree visuals of the sky, creating a truly Instagrammable moment. The immersive experience captured the adventurous spirit of Around the World in 80 Days.

   

   

   

   Ready to write the next chapter in your event’s story? Get in touch today and bring your favourite family adventures to life!

5. Smile, Snap, and Share: Create Unique Photo Opportunities at Your Event

   29th January 2025 3:36 pm Leave a Comment

   In today’s social media-driven world, unforgettable photo opportunities are the key to making your event memorable.

   A unique photo opportunity doesn’t just engage guests in the moment — it extends your event’s reach far beyond the venue, creating lasting visibility online. The more creative and interactive your photo experiences, the more likely attendees are to snap, post, and share.

   Here’s how you can make your event truly camera-ready with some of our most unique and engaging photo opportunities:

   Photobooth Ball Pit: Dive into Fun!

   Imagine diving into a sea of colourful ball pit balls while our exclusive top-down photo rig captures every vibrant moment from above. Each guest receives a fully branded digital photocard with your logo and message that is instantly available to download and share their snapshots instantly on social media. It’s playful, interactive, and guaranteed to create a social media buzz. This colourful feature will have your guests talking long after the event ends!

   

   

   Fake Paparazzi Experience

   Want to make your guests feel like A-list celebrities? Hire our Paparazzi Experience, complete with photographers in authentic press attire and flashing cameras. As your guests arrive, they will be met with a red carpet moment worthy of a Hollywood premiere. It is the perfect photo opportunity to give your event a VIP edge.

   

   

   Giant Snow Globe: Picture-Perfect Winter Wonderland

   Step inside a magical winter wonderland surrounded by artificial snow and wintry props. Our Giant Snow Globe is more than just a beautiful centrepiece, it’s an immersive experience here guests can capture frosty, picture-perfect moments. It is guaranteed to cause a stir both in person and online.  

   

   

   Themed Trails

   Themed Trails are a fantastic way to guide guests through your event, encouraging engagement. From seasonal themes to bespoke designs tailored to your event, these trails use high-quality props to create fantastic photo opportunities that keep guests interacting and entertained. For a truly show-stopping photo opportunity, nothing beats our Jurassic World Gyrosphere. It’s the perfect way to capture imaginations, spark social media buzz, and give your guests an experience they won’t forget.  

   

   

   

   

   Celebrity Lookalikes: Star-Studded Selfies

   Nothing grabs attention quite like a famous face – or at least a convincing lookalike! Can’t get a celebrity appearance at your event? No worries! Hire a celebrity lookalike to bring star power excitement to your event. They’re perfect for meet-and-greets, PR stunts, and providing unique photo opportunities!

   

   

   Ready to Make Your Event Camera-Ready?

   Whether it’s a playful ball pit, a wintry wonderland, or a star-studded lookalike experience, we’ve got the perfect photo opportunities to wow your guests and make your event Instagram-worthy. Let’s create moments worth sharing!

6. The Best Entertainment for Chinese New Year 2025

   28th January 2025 4:31 pm Leave a Comment

   Chinese New Year, also known as Lunar New Year, is the most important traditional festival in Chinese culture. This Chinese New Year 2025 falls on Wednesday, February 29^th. Chinese New Year marks the transition between zodiac signs: 2025 will be the Year of the Snake!

   Celebrate this Chinese New Year with our traditional venue decor, live music, and captivating entertainment.

   Venue Décor

   Elevate your celebrations with our beautiful traditional décor. Immerse your guests with elements of the Chinese Zodiac. In the spirit of 2025 — the Year of the Snake, anticipate snake-themed decor! We will transform your venue with red and gold draping, table settings with intricate paper-cuts, and glowing traditional lanterns.

   Red decorations are a leading theme at Chinese New Year. We bring this colour to life through vibrant lanterns, couplets, and fabrics. These elements are traditionally used to symbolise good luck and ward off evil spirits.

   Entertainment

   Host traditional Chinese cuisine tasting with our specially themed Food Carts. Chinese New Year places significant emphasis on food, with certain dishes believed to bring good luck and prosperity. Traditional Lunar New Year foods include Changshou Mian (longevity noodles) and dumplings (these resemble ancient money, symbolising wealth and prosperity!).

   Invigorate your celebration with the essential spectacle of Lion and Dragon Dances, vibrant performances believed to usher in good luck, prosperity, and happiness. Create a spectacle with our Fire Breathers and Fire Performers, whose fiery artistry not only captivates guests but also symbolizes a passionate warding off of evil spirits. Add tradition and excitement with the graceful movements of our beautiful Ribbon Dancers and the mesmerizing mask-changing artistry of our Bian Lian performers.

   

   Involve young guests in the festive spirit with our captivating arts and crafts Workshops. Let their creativity blossom as they delve into the intricacies of traditional paper-cutting or craft their own vibrant lanterns. Additionally, host a session of traditional Chinese games such as mahjong or Chinese chess.

   

   Leave a lasting impression on your guests by offering them a thoughtful reminder of the event. Gift traditional hongbao (red envelopes) adorned with small tokens, ensuring your Chinese New Year celebration will be memorable.

7. Creating a Thai Full Moon Party for Gold Medal Travel’s ‘Big Day Out’

   20th January 2025 7:00 am Leave a Comment

   For several years, we have had the pleasure of working with Gold Medal Travel on their annual ‘Big Day Out’ corporate event. This year, we were thrilled to return and deliver an unforgettable experience, this time, with a Thai Full Moon Party theme inspired by our client’s work with Tourism Thailand.

   The Brief

   Gold Medal Travel’s ‘Big Day Out’ events are the perfect blend of professional and party. For 2024, they requested a Thai Full Moon Party theme, décor options that incorporated photo opportunities, and live entrainment with club-style live music to complement the festival vibe. We were excited to bring their vision to life!

   The Challenges

   Gold Medal Travel were required to receive proposals from at least three suppliers, so we were competing with other companies. As one of three suppliers pitching for the event, we needed to ensure our ideas stood out.

   We needed to consider budget variability. Our client had a budget in mind, but they were open to exploring more options with a large budget.

   We had a tight setup window. The event space was in full use the day prior to our client’s event, so we needed to ensure everything was set up perfectly ahead of the evening event.

   The Solutions

   To provide Gold Medal Travel with multiple options, we created three tailored proposals.

   Our first proposal was budget-friendly: a Thai beach and jungle theme with creative props for fantastic photo opportunities. The second proposal catered to a mid-range budget to include full venue draping, UV lighting, and décor for a complete room transformation. Our third proposal envisioned a glamorous beach festival theme.

   Each proposal was accompanied by a detailed mood board to showcase our vision. This helped our client picture the event before it even began. After thorough and consistent communication with our client, we landed on the perfect balance of budget, style, and a full-impact experience for their guests.

   The Results

   Our client settled on a budget in the middle range of our initial proposals. Their key requests were:

   • Fantastic photo opportunities for guests
   • Represent geographically accurate animal props, iconography, and foliage
   • Limited furniture

   The final package was a huge hit with Gold Medal Travel, and the event was a night to remember!

   From neon signs to UV-reactive props and vibrant décor, the event space was filled with Instagram-worthy moments.

   We combined traditional Thai-inspired décor elements with modern festival touches. This included white draping, multicoloured lights, and a neon pink elephant – a playful nod to Thailand’s wildlife.

   Minimal furniture encouraged guests to mingle, dance, and enjoy the entire event space – not just the bar!

   We provided live music that matched Gold Medal Travel’s vision. Ultra 90s were the perfect choice, providing a high-energy, festival vibe with live vocals, musicians, and dazzling light shows.

   Mark Walsh was an interactive and engaging DJ and Host bringing infectious energy to the room, keeping guests dancing and entertained all night long.

   From the glowing décor to the lively entertainment, the event perfectly captured the essence of a Thai Full Moon Party while celebrating Gold Medal Travel’s incredible work.

8. Entertainment Through The Years: A Planner’s Perspective

   10th January 2025 8:30 am Leave a Comment

   Today, we shine the spotlight on one of our senior team members, Vicky, about her experience of working at Big Foot Events and the changes that have shaped the Entertainment Industry throughout her time here:

   ‘I started at Big Foot Events in 2007. I was fresh out of school and starting an apprenticeship in Business Administration. My background in entertainment wasn’t as defined or prestigious as others might be, but my family has always been musical, mostly in the Folk & Irish music community, so it was big part of my upbringing and live music always surrounded me.

   I learnt my trade from the ground up, starting with general office administration and building relationships with artists and clients, eventually moving to the bookings side of the agency and then training new staff members.

   When I first began working at Big Foot, it was very different to how it is today! Contracts, invoices, act diaries and publicity would all be sent through the post or via fax! We would receive and send music “demos” of acts via CD for clients to listen to, and act videos were only just starting to become a thing, and always as a physical DVD! Social media wasn’t really utilised for events and marketing, and we had just started our very first one – a Myspace page!

   It feels like worlds away to today’s digital world, where everything can be done by the click of a button and digital paperwork saves time and trees.

   Back then, we worked primarily in live music and celebrity appearances. We provided bands, tribute acts, vocalists and musicians to some of the biggest leisure chains in the UK – as we still do today. Some, sadly, no longer exist, but others are still thriving, fantastic chains that continue to provide holiday and entertainment experiences to millions, such as Butlins, Warner Leisure, Haven and Away Resorts. The Nightclub industry was also very different, we would see high-demand from club venues for weekly celebrity appearances, as reality TV contestants from shows like Big Brother and X Factor were huge draws and would tour such venues as they left each elimination.

   Appetites have changed so much over the years. Trends are constantly evolving, and we’ve made sure to stay ahead of the curve at every step. We are now hugely involved in a much wider range of events and entertainment, in particular, family entertainment. Our expertise has grown exponentially over the years and it’s exciting to be part of such varied experiences, catering for festivals, family fun days, corporate & trade events, theatres, public interactive experiences and so much more.

   As well as the ever-strong demand for live music, people are looking for new experiences, hands on opportunities and occasions to take that perfect Instagramable photo.

   I’ve seen the industry face challenges that we’ve always overcome, from economic strain to the unprecedented pandemic. Each has solidified the need for entertainment, something that brings happiness, time spent with family and friends, a much-needed break from worry, and a time to just have fun and make great memories. I’m a firm believer that we need music, we need theatre, we need entertainment.

   My highlights have been vast and varied! I have taken an empty field and turned it in to a Greatest Showman Circus for a company weekend away, changed a warehouse canteen into a Hot Air Balloon, transformed a university foyer into a 1920s ballroom and programmed Festival line-ups that have entertained tens of thousands of happy audience members. Working with incredible clients and performers has allowed me to build lasting, trusting relationships that result in continued collaborations and achievements. Knowing that what we’ve done has made people happy is always the best result.

   The biggest change I don’t think I could ever have predicted in the beginning, is our work with the prehistoric! I remember getting our first ever T Rex Dinosaur and booking it into schools and museums. We now have a whole herd of Jurassic beasts, props, interactive workshops and a theatre production, Jurassic Earth!

   It’s incredible to look back on when I began here, to where we are now. We’ve built a wonderful team who are all equally as passionate about providing the very best for our clients. I’m excited to see what’s to come in the next 20 years!’

9. Celebrating 20 Years of Creating Extraordinary

   2nd January 2025 10:40 am Leave a Comment

   Big Foot Events is turning 20 years old in 2025! What a milestone – and the perfect opportunity to look back on our journey from a fledgling Entertainment Agency to Event Industry Specialists!

   Over the past two decades, we have been at the heart of creating extraordinary moments. Over the next 12 months, we will be taking you on a trip down memory lane with some of our most unforgettable ‘best bits’!

   Our journey began in 2005, when Erica Crompton set up Big Foot Events, bringing a wealth of experience, knowledge, and a determination to become recognised as the UK’s leading provider of extraordinary entertainment and events.

   Working alongside Star Names, Celebrities, top Party Bands, Tribute Acts, and unique walkabout entertainment was just the beginning. Erica and the team quickly realised that no other company had the expertise and wide selection of entertainment options that they had access to – and the rest, as they say, is history.

   As we celebrate our 20th Anniversary, it’s amazing to look back at everything we’ve achieved. From winter wonderlands to roaring dinosaurs, show-stopping live performances to unforgettable events… it’s been 20 years of creativity, passion, and making the extraordinary happen! There is very little we haven’t been asked for – and created!

   Here’s to the next 20 years of Big Foot Events – we can’t wait to see what’s next!

   

10. Terror on the Tracks: Halloween Experiences at The Keighley and Worth Railway

    19th December 2024 3:31 pm Leave a Comment

    In October 2024, we were thrilled to work with our client to deliver a hauntingly unforgettable Halloween experience for their visitors. It was a journey to die for, featuring two immersive train rides: one for families looking for light-hearted frights, and another for brave visitors ready to face a terrifying over-18s scare train.

    The Brief

    Our client, The Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, had a frightfully fun challenge for us: to create two immersive Halloween experiences aboard their trains.

    Our client required a family-friendly experience designed to delight little monsters and parents with Halloween magic just scary enough to keep it fun! Our over-18s scare train was a spine-tingling ride designed to send chills down even the bravest of spines! Our client’s aim was to deliver two distinct experiences that brought Halloween to life while delivering an appropriate level of scare-factor for their respective audiences.

    The Challenges

    Creating these two experiences required carefully balancing the scare factor! For families, we had to make sure the experience appealed to families while also incorporating frights that wouldn’t be too scary for young passengers – think trick-or-treat! For adults, we aimed to pull the brakes on family-friendly frights and deliver nightmare-worthy scares! We had to ensure the experience was truly terrifying and tailored to the fears of our client’s target demographic.

    The Solutions

    We took to social media to engage with our client’s visitors, asking about their biggest fears and phobias surrounding Halloween. We received lots of audience engagement to inform our creative process, with top fears including spiders, clowns, dolls, zombies, and masked characters! We tailored each experience to haunt the imagination of every passenger.

    The Results

    

    

    

    All aboard The Spooky Express! We delivered two first-class train journeys that brought Halloween to life.

    Six witches cast their spells performing aboard, creating an interactive and immersive show that kept passengers engaged from start to finish. Two additional characters delivered a captivating pre-show performance, setting the spooky mood as visitors prepared to board! We curated an experience that included spooky yet playful elements, with light-hearted frights, and lots of fun! This ensured children were thrilled but still able to sleep soundly (though they may have checked under the bed for monsters, just in case!).

    The over-18s scare train was a one-way ticket to terror! With immersive live performances playing on the visitor’s top fears. The experience was designed to keep passengers on edge from the moment they stepped aboard until alighting.  

    

    

    

    These Halloween experience trains were a scream. It was a first-class fright fest that left passengers asking for another ticket to ride!

11. Wedding and Wedding Reception Trends for 2025: Make Your Big Day Unforgettable!

    3rd December 2024 4:10 pm Leave a Comment

    Endlessly scrolling through Pinterest boards and Instagram feeds for wedding inspiration? Planning your 2025 or 2026 wedding is exciting – but can also feel overwhelming! If you’re looking to embrace the latest wedding trends – or avoid them completely – you’re in the right place! Here is a round-up of the hottest wedding and reception trends for 2025, guaranteed to wow your guests and make your big day unforgettable.

    Top Wedding Themes for 2025

    Studio 54 Glam

    Ready to boogie the night away? The glitz and glam of Studio 54-inspired weddings are making waves in 2025. Think:

    • Sparkling disco balls suspended over the dancefloor
    • A champagne tower centrepiece for the ultimate wow-factor!
    • Stunning Disco Ball Head performers roaming the room
    • Sequined decor, metallic accents, and pops of neon – we love a couple’s brand-new-surname neon sign!
    • Sparkling Mirror Men Dancers twirling and swirling your guests on a light-up dancefloor
    • A talented 70s disco band – or a DJ spinning retro disco classics

    This theme is perfect for couples looking for a high-energy celebration that keeps the party alive all night long! Check out our Pinterest board for even more ideas!

    

    

    

    Art Deco Elegance

    Channel the timeless sophistication of the roaring 20s with an Art Deco-inspired wedding. Highlights include:

    • Table and room dressing in shades of gold, black, and white
    • Elegant flapper-style headpieces for your guests to wear or pose in!
    • Prohibition-style cocktails served in vintage glassware
    • A live jazz band or postmodern band to set the mood
    • A flapper-inspired dance class

    Whether you go full-on Gatsby or incorporate subtle nods to the era, this theme embodies class and luxury!

    

    

    

    Garden Party Glam

    Bringing the outdoors in, or celebrating al fresco, is a wedding trend that isn’t going anywhere. Garden Party weddings combine the beauty of nature with touches of luxury:

    • Canopies of fairy lights or festoon lighting under the stars
    • Wildflower arrangements and natural greenery for decor
    • Table dressing with soft linens and candles
    • Outdoor games for guests such as croquet or giant Jenga

    For an extra magical touch, consider adding live music or a roaming band under the night sky – or even a butterfly release!

    

    

    

    Wedding Trends Shaping 2025

    Personalisation is key for 2025 weddings. Couples are making their weddings a true reflection of their unique love stories. Personal touches make your celebration memorable for your guests!

    • Photo Booth Fun: Upgrade a traditional photo booth with personalised props or backdrops
    • Custom Wedding Favours: Ditch forgettable trinkets! Instant digital personalised photo prints create perfect memories and are a wedding favour everyone will actually keep!
    • Signature Cocktails: Create drinks that tell your story with creative names linked to your journey together!
    • Personalised Place Cards: Instead of a plain paper place card – boring and instantly recyclable – consider marking your guests’ seats with shared photo memories! A unique wedding favour to keep and create nostalgia!

    2025 weddings are all about interactive and immersive experiences:

    • Live Performances: A live painter capturing the ceremony, magicians visiting tables, or even a band or tribute act playing music to just your taste (you pick whether they accept or decline requests…). From your first dance to those special requests, we’ve got you covered. With hundreds of 5-star party bands at our fingertips, we’ll help you pick the perfect one to make your wedding the ultimate celebration.
    • Unique Photo Ops: From a Ball Pit Photobooth to Fake Paparazzi, your photos will be anything but ordinary!

    

    

    

    Entertainment is the star of the show!

    The days of a simple playlist are behind us, so add performance to your big day:

    • Live Music: From tribute acts and bands to string quartets, live covers bands, or celebrity stars – live music is an unforgettable addition to your day
    • Walkabout Acts: Themed performers roaming your venue and interacting with your family and friends adds extra wow!

    

    

    

    Why Do These Trends Work?

    2025’s wedding trends focus on creating a personal, sustainable, and unforgettable experience. These ideas ensure that your wedding will feel uniquely yours while impressing every guest. We craft weddings that are as unique and vibrant as your love story. Think elegant and sophisticated, or maybe fun and wildly inspirational — whatever your dream, we bring it to life. With a sprinkle of our creativity, your wedding will be nothing short of amazing.

    What theme or trend speaks to you? Whatever your choice, remember: your wedding should reflect your love story.

    Ready to start planning?

12. Our Spice Girls Tribute takes on Swieqi Fest, Malta

    23rd October 2024 4:43 pm Leave a Comment

    On Saturday, 14th September 2024, Big Foot Events proudly took Spice Girls Experience, our incredible Spice Girls Tribute act, on another international adventure. This time, to Swieqi Fest in Malta. Swieqi Fest is a lively celebration of music, art, and culture, and we were thrilled to bring classic 90s girl power to their stage!

    The Brief

    Our client was seeking something extra special for their live music line up – a high-energy live Tribute Act that could truly wow a large festival crowd. They needed a professional, experienced group who could represent a global pop sensation, ensuring a fun, dynamic, and unforgettable live music experience.

    The Challenges

    One of the main challenges we faced was securing the perfect act with the right availability for Swieqi Fest. Our roster of talented live music acts are often in high demand; our act needed to fit the festival dates seamlessly into their busy schedule. We needed to identify the best fit for our client’s vision while managing logistics for an international performance.

    Another key factor was selecting an act that would engage and dazzle a large audience!

    The Solutions

    The Big Foot Events team worked closely with our client, taking care of every single detail from checking availability to coordinating travel logistics for the international performance.

    Knowing that our client needed an outstanding performance, who better to take on the challenge than our fabulous Spice Girls tribute act?

    With our thorough knowledge of popular, classic tribute acts, we knew right away that Spice Girls Experience would be the perfect fit. They had recently wowed audiences at Adele’s residency in Munich just a month earlier. We were confident they would bring all the energy, fun, and nostalgia Swieqi Fest needed.

    The Results

    Swieqi Fest 2024, held from September 13th to 15th, was a buzzing mix of music, art, and culture. Spice Girls Experience stole the show, adding iconic 90s girl power and drawing in large crowds. Festivalgoers enjoyed singing along to all the hits from ‘Wannabe’ to ‘Spice Up Your Life’.

    

    Despite the tight schedule, we managed to secure a 24-hour window for the act to travel to Malta, perform, and return to the UK by Sunday morning! Talk about dedication. Spice Girls Experience flew out early on the 14th, gave an unforgettable performance that evening, and were back in the UK the next day – leaving Swieqi Fest with memories of an epic night full of girl power!

    

    After their show-stopping performance at Adele World, we knew that Spice Girls Experience would once again deliver, and they did. Malta was well and truly spiced up!

    ‘Mia, what can I say? You have really pulled this out of the bag for us. The Spice Girls Experience were incredible; one of the best we have ever had at the festival. Yourself and the girls have been amazing to work with. The communication from yourself has been fantastic and nothing was too much trouble. You kept me updated and included every single detail. You have gone above and beyond and we can’t wait to work with you again. A big thanks to Big Foot Events and Spice Girls Experience!’