Summer Event Ideas

Consider These Summer Events Idea For Your Business

Summer event ideas can be a challenge to think up and organise.  

The reason for having a summer event is to give your staff a chance to relax and let their hair down. 

As the summer solstice approaches and the days become longer, it is the perfect time to take advantage of the warm weather and throw a summer party to remember.

From BBQs to skydiving, pool parties to outdoor party nights, there are so many fun and creative ways to celebrate the season with friends and family.

We’ve compiled a list of our favourite summer party ideas and themes to help you plan an unforgettable outdoor event. So why wait? Start planning your summer soiree now and get ready to dance the night away under the warm summer stars!

Summer Events Can Kill Stress

Business can be stressful, so breaking up the business year by having events does motivate and incentivise staff and encourage team building.

Summer events are a great opportunity to make the most of the British weather by getting staff outside and socialising.

There are lots of different ideas for hosting a summer event based around budgets:

• Something Affordable

Hosting a summer BBQ with games (football, rouders, cricket) can be organised internally without to much difficulty.  If you wanted to spruce the afternoon up, you could hire a bouncy castle or ball pool. 

This is affordable for most companies and coupled with great weather can be a fantastic event for companies that are keen to entertain to a budget.

• Something A Little More Extravagant
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Wine tasting is always good event to bring staff to. 

There are a number of venues that host wine tasting around the UK and can put on a great experience for staff.

A day at the races – popular with many businesses as it is a theme in itself.

BBQ at a country estate – there are many country estates and mansions that offer great locations for corporate functions, garden games, rowing on the lake and evening parties/discos

• Something More Exclusive

Sporting events are popular for staff functions, ranging from the Henley Regatta, Monaco Grand Prix and Lords Cricket Matches.

River cruises are popular for many companies; whether it is hiring a boat on the Thames or in any of the key cities in the UK. 

River cruising offers a chance to have exclusive dining, parties and champagne receptions. Private Jet Hire would be the ultimate experience.  Flying key staff from London to New York in a private jet offering fine dining and New York night life.

Depending on budget there are lots of options available for companies to have a Summer Event.

A Few Creative Summer Events Options

• A Garden Party – When the weather is warm, your own garden is the perfect venue for an intimate party. The key to a fantastic small outdoor event is the ambience, beginning with the music. A small, high energy ensemble, such as a roaming acoustic band, is the perfect way to set the tone and get your tiny crowd on their feet and dance their cares away (with a glass of sangria).
• A Company Picnic – A picnic is a classic way to enjoy the outdoors with a smaller group of staff or business associates. Pack your own company hamper, or purchase one from a local gourmet shop. For something more elaborate, consider a themed picnic bash complete with floor cushions and an acoustic singalong (yes more singing).
• Company Wine Tasting – The best way to get a group of guests to linger longer during your summer event celebration is to ply them with wine and plenty of delicious delicacies to nibble on. That’s why plenty of parties feature carefully curated charcuterie boards filled with crackers, cheeses, cured meats, fruit, nuts, chocolate, spreads, and other bite-sized delicacies.
• A Summer Ball – Logistically, hosting your summer ball at a venue may seem easier, but it’s also the least memorable way to plan your sprawling event. Imagine setting up your dining tables on a vast green lawn or in a park among summer flowers. Can you picture a function band performing in a sunny gazebo as your guests take to nature’s dance floor?  Yes, more singing!
• Party In The Park – Many business events improves with fair weather and plenty of space to spread out and reconnect. You won’t have to leave anyone off the list when you host the event at a local park or garden. Be sure to incorporate plenty of popular garden games, such as connect 4, foot ball, or mini golf.  Garden games always make things more fun, of course with wine and beer of course.
• Ice Cream Bar – When the weather is warm, adults of all ages go mad for ice cream! When you set up an appealing ice cream bar, you can offer refreshment and entertainment in one. Buy your ice cream in bulk and provide a wide range of exciting toppings for one-of-a-kind summer sundaes.  You could always hire a local cottage industry ice cream specialist to work alongside (there are lots of artisan ice cream companies around the UK)
• Team building Is Key – Team building events are great for boosting moral.  In fast paced environments, co-workers don’t always have an opportunity to connect on a deeper level. Your summertime office party is a wonderful vehicle for building relationships and strengthening your team’s bond. Include an outdoor activity such as a scavenger hunt or challenge course so employees must work together to have a great time.

Compare Different Events Companies

Around the UK there are 100’s of corporate events companies that are able to offer advice, planning and event management to help you make your summer event a successful experience for your staff.

Choosing a marketing company to handle your summer events can be a challenge, how do you find the ;right agency?  We want to help you find the ‘right’ events company for your business.

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