Submit your event for industry honor It's once again time to celebrate the best of the best! Submissions are now being accepted for the Special Events 2026 Gala Awards! We invite you to submit your ...

The Ultimate Celebration of Catering & Event Excellence. The premier event where caterers, event planners, and suppliers unite in a dynamic, immersive environment designed to inspire and elevate the ...

Cover photo: Contortionists set the scene for FREAK SHOW, a corporate reception by Cerbelli Creative that was themed with circus obscurities. Photo courtesy Ivan Piedra Photography It’s hard to ...

For the past few years, it seems that charcuterie boards of all types have had a grip on the events world, mostly for the better. What started as an elaborate snacking trend has taken several ...

Each year at Catersource + The Special Event, we turn to the best industry partners to bring you our spectacular Showcasing Events. Here's a look at the people making these events come to life!

What it is: Paintillio builds large-scale, custom paint-by-number murals and mural kits for events. From branded graphics to meaningful imagery, attendees collaborate on filling in the canvas, ...

Destination events are incredibly rewarding—but they require a lot of know-how. Each year, we turn to the world of Destination Marketing Companies (DMCs), the experts in destinations and a great ...

Earlier in the third quarter, Special Events released our annual State of the Industry survey to our readership. We had around 300 respondents who weighed in regarding how this year has looked for ...

Events are a business strategy element, requiring proper preparation and a strategic approach. Chaotic event appearances or last-minute attempts to "jump on the bandwagon" for global conferences lead ...

Picture this: the invites for your corporate event go out, and as soon as people receive them, the wheels start turning. People immediately look at their PTO, their schedules, even their partner’s ...

Our 2024 Summer Issue is out and ready for you to read! In this issue: our Annual DMC Spotlight, using color theory at your events, flawless tablescape design, and more!

Sheraton San Diego Resort proudly announces the debut of Shorelight, a new coastal-inspired dining destination located in the resort’s Bay Tower. Overlooking sweeping views of San Diego Bay and ...