Skip to content
VenueNow
Menu
  • Search Venues
  • Calculate Your Event Cost
  • Blog

Category: How To

VenueNow > Guides > How To
Birthday Party / How To / Social Events

Joint Birthday Party? Here Are 5 Tips to Nail It

Written by: Cara Tirona March 25, 2026 Planning a joint birthday party can be double the fun—but also double the logistics. Whether you’re celebrating two colleagues, a couple of close …

Guides / How To / Tips for Event Planners

What to Do When a Vendor Cancels Last-Minute

Written by: Cara Tirona March 11, 2026 A last-minute vendor cancellation can feel like a disaster, but with the right response strategy, it doesn’t have to derail your entire event. …

Guides / How To / Tips for Event Planners

Event Planning Timelines: What to Do and When

Written by: Cara Tirona March 4, 2026 When it comes to organising a successful event, timing is everything. Whether you’re planning a corporate function, conference, team-building day or milestone celebration, …

Guides / How To / Tips for Event Planners

How to Negotiate with Vendors for Better Rates

Written by: Cara Tirona February 25, 2026 When it comes to planning a successful event, every dollar counts. Whether you’re organising a corporate conference, a milestone celebration, or a product …

Guides / How To / Tips & Hacks

When to Host Your Event: Day vs. Night

Written by: Cara Tirona February 18, 2026 Choosing the right time of day to host your event can have a significant impact on its success. From atmosphere and energy levels …

Guides / How To / Tips for Event Planners

Food and Drink Pairing Tips for Events

Written by: Cara Tirona February 11, 2026 An unforgettable event isn’t just about a stunning venue and flawless execution—it’s also about what’s served. Food and drink pairing plays a major …

Guides / How To / Tips for Event Planners

Event Welcome Packs: What to Include and Why

Written by: Cara Tirona February 4, 2026 First impressions matter—and nothing sets the tone for your event quite like a well-curated welcome pack. Whether you’re hosting a conference, company retreat, …

Guides / How To / Tips for Event Planners

How to Plan an Inclusive Catering Menu

Written by: Cara Tirona January 28, 2026 A thoughtfully designed inclusive catering menu ensures that every guest at your event feels seen, valued, and well-fed. From allergies and intolerances to …

Guides / How To / Tips for Event Planners

How to Host Out-of-Town Guests at Your Event

Written by: Cara Tirona January 21, 2026 When planning an event—whether a corporate gathering, wedding, or milestone celebration—there’s one important group you can’t overlook: your out-of-town guests. These attendees have …

Guides / How To / Tips & Hacks / Tips for Event Planners

How to Handle Last-Minute Event Cancellations

Written by: Cara Tirona January 7, 2026 In the world of event planning, flexibility isn’t just a bonus—it’s a necessity. No matter how meticulously you plan, unexpected circumstances like guest …

Guides / How To / Tips & Hacks

The Dos and Don’ts of Curating an Event Playlist

Written by: Cara Tirona December 10, 2025 The right playlist can turn a good event into a great one. Music has the power to energise a room, create atmosphere, and …

Guides / How To / Tips for Event Planners

Behind-the-Scenes Roles at Events: Who Does What

Written by: Cara Tirona December 3, 2025 Every successful event is the result of seamless collaboration between a team of behind-the-scenes professionals. While the spotlight often shines on speakers, hosts, …

Posts navigation

Older posts

Recent Posts

  • People of VenueNow: Matheus Vizotto
  • Joint Birthday Party? Here Are 5 Tips to Nail It
  • VenueNow Supplier Search: A Smarter Way to Find Event Suppliers
  • What to Do With Leftover Event Food, Flowers, and Decor
  • Sydney’s Best Rooftop Spaces for EOFY Celebrations

Categories

  • Around Town
  • Ask an Expert
  • Birthday Party
  • Brisbane
  • Canberra
  • Christmas Party
  • Conference
  • Corporate Events
  • Corporate Function
  • Corporate Retreat
  • End of Financial Year
  • Engagement Party
  • Event Sales
  • Events
  • Featured Venues
  • Featured Workspaces
  • For Venues
  • Guides
  • Hens Party
  • Hosts
  • How To
  • Interviews
  • Kids Party
  • Locations
  • Meeting
  • Melbourne
  • New Venues
  • News and Announcements
  • Perth
  • Pricing Guides
  • Private Dining
  • Product Launch
  • School Formal
  • Social Events
  • Sydney
  • Tips & Hacks
  • Tips & Tricks for Businesses
  • Tips for Event Planners
  • Top Spots
  • Uncategorised
  • Valentines Day
  • Venue Manager Guides
  • Venue Showcase
  • VenueNow Events
  • Wedding

Archives

  • March 2026
  • February 2026
  • January 2026
  • December 2025
  • November 2025
  • October 2025
  • September 2025
  • August 2025
  • July 2025
  • June 2025
  • May 2025
  • April 2025
  • March 2025
  • February 2025
  • January 2025
  • December 2024
  • November 2024
  • October 2024
  • September 2024
  • August 2024
  • July 2024
  • June 2024
  • May 2024
  • April 2024
  • March 2024
  • February 2024
  • February 2022
  • January 2022
  • August 2021
  • July 2021
  • June 2021
  • May 2021
  • April 2021
  • February 2021
  • November 2020
  • October 2020
  • March 2020
  • November 2019
  • October 2019
  • September 2019
  • August 2019
  • July 2019
  • June 2019
  • May 2019
  • April 2019
  • March 2019
  • February 2019
  • January 2019
  • December 2018
  • November 2018
  • October 2018
  • September 2018
  • August 2018
  • July 2018
  • June 2018
  • May 2018
  • April 2018
  • March 2018
  • February 2018
  • January 2018
  • December 2017
  • November 2017
  • October 2017
  • September 2017
  • August 2017
  • July 2017
  • June 2017
  • May 2017
  • April 2017
  • March 2017
  • February 2017
  • January 2017
  • October 2016
  • September 2016
Copyright © 2026 VenueNow – OnePress theme by FameThemes