EVENT KIT LIBRARY

Guides & Tutorials: Expert Insights & Event Planning Inspiration

Your go-to resource for practical event planning advice, from beginner basics to professional development for freelancers and start-ups.

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Smart articles for every stage of planning.

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Budgeting for Events: A Simple Framework

If budgets are stressing you out, this simple event budgeting framework will help you take control and make confident decisions.

Vendor Checklists You Actually Need

Not all checklists are created equal‚ these are the essential vendor questions and checks you shouldn’t skip.

Event Planning Mistakes to Avoid

From unclear event briefs to last-minute planning decisions, these common missteps can derail your event before it starts.

New Planner Essentials

Practical guidance and basic event planning tips for those just starting out.

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Event Planning Mistakes to Avoid

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Your First 10 Steps in Event Planning

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Event Roles Explained: Who Does What?

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Simple Event Planning Templates

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How to Build an Event Day Timeline

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Event Kit Library

Whether you’re just starting out or leading large-scale events, you’ll find expert insights, downloadable tools, and step-by-step guidance to help you grow fast and plan like a pro.

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Top 5 Must-Have Event Planning Templates

Event Templates save time and effort and can empower event planners. We share our top 5 must-have templates.

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Do I Need Security at My Event?

Do I need security at my event? Probably. Use this Event Security guide to help determine if you need security, and calculate how many guards.

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How Many Portable Toilets Are Needed for Your Event?

Do I need toilets at my event? Probably. Use this Event Toilet guide to help determine if you need to hire toilets, and calculate how many toilets.

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Quick Guide to Planning a Fundraising or Charity Gala

Nothing matches the energy and excitement of a charity gala when it comes to raising funds for your nonprofit. In this article, we cover. the steps you need to take to make it a success.

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Resources Every DIY Wedding Planner Should Know About

How do you get started as a DIY Wedding Planner? We’ve narrowed it down to the top 5 resources you should be using to plan weddings.

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Event Budget Template in Excel

Get to know your numbers! Say goodbye to the stress of starting an event budget from scratch. Here's why we love the Event Budget Template.

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Sustainable Event Planning Checklist

How do you reduce your environmental impact when planning an event? Sustainable Event Planning Guide will help you align your event with a greener future.