Attending Events...
Below are our articles on the subject of Attending Events. If you can't see what you are looking for our other categories are displayed on the left under 'Our Quick Links'...
A Week in the Life of a Tour Manager: A Case Study
A week in the life of a tour manager taken from real diary entries written whilst on the Musicfinity tour in early 2008....
Additional Fees When Purchasing Tickets
A common irritation of ticket buyers is the additional fees added on top of their ticket price. What does this fee pay for and what are they allowed to charge?...
Advice on Buying Tickets Online
Buying tickets online may be the norm, but it can still be a hazardous practice. Here is some advice about getting a good online ticket deal whilst avoiding any mishap....
Advice on Raising Event Funds
If you have event ambitions but not the patronage of a generous benefactor, then you must think about how you can raise the funds to pay for the occasion....
Advice on Reselling Tickets
If you have a ticket for an event that you don’t need, what are allowed to do with it? What are the rules and regulations regarding reselling tickets?...
Analysing the Event Action
The event may be over and the guests may have all gone, but the job of the organiser is far from complete....
Are Tickets Valid on ebay?
The resale of theatre tickets on eBay may still be legal but some incensed theatre managers are taking their own steps to clamp down on the problem of ticket touts....
Avoiding Cowboy Ticket Agencies
An unwelcome side effect of the boom in event ticket sales is the emergence of cowboy ticket agencies that cruelly exploit people’s desperation in getting to that sell-out event....
Buying from a Ticket Tout
Buying from a street ticket tout is a not advisable, but if you are prepared to take the risk then there are aspects of which you need to be aware....
Buying Tickets from Auction Sites
Secondary ticket sales are booming particularly on online auction websites, but although this can be a great way of getting hold of sold out tickets, there are also many potential pitfalls....
Buying Tickets: Frequently Asked Questions
With so many ticket purchase outlets and scare stories, buying tickets for concerts is a veritable minefield – so here are answers to some common questions to help steady the nerves....
Can Anyone Organise an Event
Organising an event may seem like a daunting task, that involved a lot of stress, hard work and money, but is it really so difficult? Can anyone do it?...
Choosing a Fancy Dress Theme
Choosing a fancy dress theme can either make or break your party, so choose carefully....
Choosing a Venue for your Event
The venue is not merely a box in which to contain your event but an integral part, and so choosing the right one can have a decisive impact....
Creating Invitations For Your Event
If you have decided on an invitation-only event, then you need to think about creating your invitations and how to use them to draw people to your special occasion....
Creating Invitations for Your Party
Invites are an integral part of getting people to come to your party and there are so many ways to make them exciting....
Dangers of Buying Tickets on Auction Sites
Online auction sites like eBay can offer an alternative solution to those who have missed out on event tickets, but they also offer a host of hidden dangers....
Event Catering Considerations
Guests tend to be happier and more receptive if they are well fed and watered, so it is worthwhile giving careful consideration to your event’s catering facilities....
Event Safety Tips for Your Event
The key responsibility of the event organiser is not just to make sure that everybody has a great time but that they have a great time safely....
Event Security Tips
Events are in essence good natured occasions of social unity, but it’s still important to keep security tight to prevent a rotten element from exploiting the convivial atmosphere....
Getting Sponsorship for Your Charity Event
The job of collecting sponsorship monies is now easy thanks to the internet, leaving you the time and effort to focus on making your charity event one to remember....
Getting the Best Seats at Your Chosen Event
Regardless of how great the show, being stuck in bad seat can make the evening a misery. Here are some tips about getting the best seat at your next event....
Getting Tickets for Popular Events
Getting tickets for popular shows can be a frustrating experience so to aid securing a seat at that West End hit or prestigious Albert Hall concert, here are some tips....
Great Fundraising Tips for Your Charity Event
Raising money for charity is not a personal quest, it’s about bringing the community together in support of a cause. Here are some great ways to get everybody involved....
Handling the Music Festival Ticket Rush
It’s boom time in the UK for music festivals but it can be difficult to get hold of tickets. So, for those braving the festival crush, here are some tips....
Having Guest Appearances at Your Event
Securing a guest appearance can add a whole new dimension to your event and be the big draw that pulls in the crowds....
Help with Planning the Event
The plan is the key to an event’s success - if it’s good, then the occasion will be well remembered, if not it might be something people want to forget....
How Can we Get a Refund on Our Tickets?
Many consumers have discovered to their bitter disappointment they have very few rights if they buy an event ticket and then find they are unable to attend....
How to Advertise Your Event
So you've organised your event but now you need to get people to come along....
How to Book a Venue for Your Live Music Event
Expert tips on booking a venue for a live music event from liaising with the venue manager to dealing with technicians....
How to Brand Your Event
Having a recognisable, well planned brand can earn you a lot of respect and repeat business from your customers....
How to Buy Theatre Tickets
There are a host of different ways in which to buy theatre tickets – here is some practical advice about choosing the best and safest method for you....
How to Complain About Your Tickets
If you are the unfortunate end of a problem with your theatre or concert tickets then there is action that you can take to ensure your consumer rights are upheld....
How to Deal With Problem Guests
As with any organised event there is always the chance that you could have guest that want to cause a problem....
How to Find Free Venues for Your Event
A venue is a big part of your event and usually a big cost. If you look in the right places and ask the right people then you might be able to get a venue for free....
How to Find Speakers for Your Event
Having a speaker at your event can be both entertaining and informative....
How to Get Free Tickets for an Event
The best things in life are free, you just need to know how to get them....
How to Get Tickets for Wimbledon
Getting tickets for Wimbledon matches isn’t always as easy as you think. If you are not a member of the Lawn Tennis Association, getting tickets for any of the matches is tough. But there are ways......
How to Have a Party Outdoors in Winter
Parties need not be regulated just to the summer months it is easy and just as fun to have a party in winter....
How to Keep Up With the Latest Events
Where to find gigs and events in your area....
How to Manage Your Event Budget
A sensible and duly followed budget plan can be the difference between a successful event and one that flounders in financial chaos....
How to Organise a Charity Ball
Organising a charity ball can be a daunting prospect, but with due care and consideration any fears will give way to great satisfaction and rewards....
How to Organise a Group Trip
Organising a group trip can be stressful and complicated but there are a few things that can make the trip a success....
How to Tell if Your Event Was a Success
There are a few factors that can let you know if your event was a success....
How You Can Promote Your Event
Once you’ve decided what your event is and when it is happening then it’s time to think about the best ways to attract your target audience into coming along....
Last Minute Event Preparation
The final day before the event is not the time for a last minute breather, it is the crucial stage when the final checks are carried out....
Plan it Yourself or Hire Someone?
Planning an event, especially a big one can be time consuming, stressful and a lot of work so it is important to consider whether you can tackle it alone or whether it is better to hire someone to pla...
Planning a Kid's Birthday Party
When planning your child’s birthday party it is essential that you try and keep things running a smoothly as possible to ensure that you stay calm and collected and that the children also have a great...
Planning a Surprise Party
Throwing a surprise party can be stressful and difficult but it will be worth it when you see how surprised your guest of honour really is....
Planning a Themed Event
What should you consider when trying to plan a themed event?...
Putting Together a Press Release
Public relations is an art as it is effectively securing free advertising from the media. Before anything you need to have a well written press release....
Q&A With An Event Manager: Ticketing And Security
Common questions about where to buy and sell event tickets, as well as advice on hosting events from a genuine event manager....
Rules and Regulations For Staging an Event
The rules and regulations involved with organising an event may be a nuisance but they are there to protect you, your guests, and its smooth running....
Secondary Ticketing Scourge
The secondary market is a particularly contentious issue - do touts perform a necessary service or are they effectively destroying the fair sale of event tickets, and depriving the genuine fans?...
Some Charity Event Ideas
The idea well for charity events is deep and overflowing, but the key is to choose one that suits you and your locale, and will guarantee everyone a fun time....
Sporting Events In London: How To Get There
Find out about the sporting events that are held in London, and advice on getting to and from the venues....
Sporting Events Throughout the Year
Throughout the UK every year there are hundreds, probably thousands of sporting events. Many of them world famous events such as Wimbledon fortnight, or Royal Ascot week. If you want to get out and ab...
Temporary Events Notices for Running Your Own Events
If you’re planning to hold an event or party on unlicensed premises, you will need a Temporary Events Notice...
The Rise of Ticket Tout Gold Mining
The lack of regulations regarding touting music and sporting event tickets, has led to a marketplace which is increasingly governed by touts and the sites that facilitate their operations....
Throwing a Christmas Party
Christmas is coming so you better start planning one of the biggest parties of the year....
Throwing a Murder Mystery Party
A murder mystery party can be a welcome change to a normal dinner party adding suspense, danger and mystery into what should've be a normal evening....
Top Tips for Organising an Event
Organising an event may seem like an overwhelming task, but with good planning it needn’t be, and the rewards of a successful occasion will eclipse the efforts involved....
Unsatisfied with your Ticket or Event
Although you may not be able to claim compensation if Hamlet had an off night, as a ticket holder you are nevertheless entitled to certain rights....
Using Twitter to Promote Your Event
With so many people on Twitter now you have a potentially massive audience to market your events to....
Visiting Events Abroad
The popularity of visiting concerts in the UK has made buying a ticket to see your favourite act harder and costlier than ever, so why not head abroad for your live entertainment....
Ways to Get Last Minute Tickets for an Event
You could find out that your favourite band is playing or a theatre company are coming to your town for a limited amount of time. We don't always hear about these things first but there are ways to ge...
What Can You Offer Your Charity Event Sponsors?
Sponsors want to know what event managers can offer them, they want exposure, advertising and recognition....
What to Consider First when Organising an Event
Before staging an event idea it is vital to first assess whether it is not only an exciting idea, but a realistic and realisable one....
What to Remember on the Day
On the day itself, there is no time to enjoy the show - there is still a great many things to do to make sure everybody else is enjoying it....
What Type of Event Should I Organise?
If you want to get involved and promote, celebrate or shout about something by organising an event, then what are the options are open to you?...
Where To Find Sporting Event Tickets
Advice on buying tickets for sporting events online, over the phone or at the box office, and how to avoid buying fake tickets....
Where to Look for Special Offers on Tickets
With event attendances hitting a boom period, the challenge for the punters is less about getting a great deal on a ticket than just finding a fair deal....
Where to Sell Your Tickets Online
Having somewhere secure and safe to sell your tickets will make you look professional and will keep your clients coming back for more....
Who are the Ethical Ticket Sellers?
Fans are too often faced with either buying concert tickets from touts at inflated prices or missing out altogether, can a new breed of ethical ticket sellers turn the tides?...
Your Rights for Cancelled or Postponed Events
If an event that has been cancelled or postponed then it is important to be aware of your consumer rights as a ticket holder and make sure they are upheld....