An exclusive event industry study from Special Events

Trends are cruel. The style that once looked so fresh now looks forlorn, what sizzled has fizzled. Here, five top event designers share which trends are still in and which are so over.

Newer isn't always better — historic venues add their own special charm to special events.

Margy Osmond explains how to draw a crowd from around the world, no matter the state of the economy

One event pro looks back — way back — for decor cues to delight a modern audience

Get the crowd walking, talking and rocking with interactive entertainment sure to be the life of the party

Yes to events, but no to better budgets in 2010. That's the reading from this year's "Corporate Event Marketplace Study," presented every year by Special Events Magazine. The year 2009 has taken its toll. Some 38 percent say they will stage fewe...

The economy's doldrums and hopes for signs of a recovery are the most popular topics this month on the Special Events Web site: Canceled Meetings Programs Cost Millions, Study Says Festival Season Not So Festive as Public Funding Dries Up More...

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