SpotMyPhotos: Think Outside the Booth

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Kelly Smink

At many events, whether corporate or personal, professional photography is the best way to save and share memories. But searching through thousands of photos online can be a difficult task, which means your event attendees may skip past it entirely. That’s why we’ve added a better way for you to share event photos with attendees: SpotMyPhotos.

SpotMyPhotos is an automated private photo delivery service that simplifies event photography in four ways: automation, personalization, delivery, and analytics. Since its launch, more than 750,000 photos have been shared using SpotMyPhotos at 2,600+ events.

With its 99.9% spotting accuracy and 13-second delivery time, SpotMyPhotos with Amusement Masters is a fast, accurate way to share your photos with those who want them the most.

Automation

At the beginning of the event, each attendee registers with the Amusement Masters’ photographer, indicating where they want their photos to go. After the event, SpotMyPhotos high-tech proprietary cloud “spotting” engine will send each attendee the images they are in—meaning no scrolling or searching required.

Personalization

Organizers have the ability to create custom settings that generate personalized galleries centered around their own branding. Clients hosting the party can add overlays to customize the look and feel of each image, which can give them more leverage and outreach when attendees download and share photos online.

Hands-Free Delivery

SpotMyPhotos requires nothing more than a traditional photographer and a cell phone—simplifying the traditional photo booth option. Attendees receive photos in as little as 13 seconds through text, or they can print from their phone and pick up with onsite printing within 20 seconds.

Analytics

Unlike a traditional photo booth or hired photographer, SpotMyPhotos gives you access to Photo Reach Analytics that can give you real-time insights on who is utilizing and sharing your photos. This gives you better and more in-depth understandings of your photography and event ROI.

For your next event, ditch the photo booth and give your event attendees instant, personalized access to your photos…then watch your content spread! Learn more about this entertainment item, click here to connect with our team!

5 Party Rentals That’ll Take Your Block Party to the Next Level

Posted on July 11, 2018 by Kelly Smink

The neighborhood block party is a summer staple. Whether your community is celebrating something special or just trying to enjoy the last few weeks of freedom before school starts again, a block party is a great way to get everyone together and make lasting memories. If picturing barbecues and boom boxes, we’re here to help you kick your party up a notch. Amusement Masters‘ rental ideas will get the whole neighborhood out of the house and into the street!

CARNIVAL
We have everything you need except the clowns…and we can point in the right direction to get those too! Set the mood with our carnival booths and old-fashioned popcorn makers, then dazzle guests with classic midway games like Roll-A-Ball and Catch the Light. Kids can explore their creativity with bead art before taking a ride on the Kiddie Ferris Wheel. We have options galore when it comes to adding a midway feel to your event – click here to learn more!

ZIPPIN ZONE – MOBILE ZIP LINE
Harness in…and see your neighborhood in a whole new way! Soar 34 feet above your street on one of our 220-foot-long mobile zip lines. Loved by adults and children (46-inch height requirement). Click here to learn more.

MOBILE CINEMA
It’s the kid’s turn to pick the movie! Experience favorite films on the big screen with our inflatable mobile cinema. Whether it’s a classic, a kids’ movie, or community filmed movies, we’ve got you covered. Click here to learn more.

INFLATABLES
What do skee ball, giant slides, and obstacle courses have in common? We have inflatable versions of all of them (and more)! Let party guests test their skills on our inflatable games or try to complete one of the themed obstacle courses without breaking a sweat. Learn more about our wide variety of inflatable activities by clicking here.

LIVE SCREEN PRINTING
Every party-goer wants something to take home as a keepsake…and when it comes to block parties, t-shirts are the best! With our mobile screen printing booth, guests can customize their own tee (branded for the party) while also experiencing a live demonstration of screen printing. They’ll get to take home something they love, and your planning committee won’t even have to lift a finger! Click here to learn more.

Leave it to the professionals to take entertainment for your next block party up a notch. Contact us today for quotes, questions, and suggestions…we can’t wait to help you get the party started!

Create Better Engagement by Adding Virtual Reality To Your Event’s Entertainment

Posted on April 20, 2018 by Kelly Smink

The use of virtual reality for event entertainment is a growing trend and it’s no wonder why. Statistics show that by the end of 2018, there will be over 170 million virtual reality users worldwide. With prices for this entertainment becoming more affordable, now is a great time to start engaging your event audiences by creating a unique brand experience.

THE WHY
Virtual reality technology immerses your audience in your brand’s world, all within a small space. No need for large presentation screens or lots of materials to pack. With limited equipment, this technology provides more impact than a flyer or brochure. Consider these survey results regarding consumer awareness and interaction with virtual reality:

• 92% of survey respondents in 2017 were familiar with the term “virtual reality.”
• 35% of respondents rated their experience with a virtual reality headset as “very exciting.”

As the virtual reality trend continues to grow, so will the statistics as more audiences engage with the technology at events.

THE HOW
You don’t have to be a multi-million corporation to incorporate virtual reality at your events. Just remember the key ingredient to Virtual Reality success is focusing on the user experience. Here are a couple of tips Amusement Masters shares with clients for getting started:

• Keep the Virtual Reality experience short at 2 minutes or less.
• Make the experience easy to do with simple controls.

From playing games to experiencing destinations, virtual reality is changing the way audiences participate in events. As the technology continues to evolve, more opportunities will become available for brands to develop unique experiences. Virtual reality is fun, exciting, and an available marketing tool no matter the size of your company. If you’re ready to jump into using virtual reality to engage your audiences, contact us. With the latest in virtual reality equipment, Amusement Masters’ professional staff stands ready to help you get started!

Casino-Style Activities For Your Event

Posted on March 14, 2018 by Kelly Smink

There is something uniquely glamorous about going to a casino. The excitement of watching the dice tumble, or that moment knowing that the next turn of a card might be what doubles your winnings. You don’t have to go to a casino to capture that feeling, though. In fact, you can bring it to your next event by making sure you have the right activities for your guests to join.

Why Turn Your Event Into A Casino Night?
Whether you’re hosting a corporate holiday event, or you’re trying to get people together for a non-profit fundraiser, it’s important to have a theme for the evening. It immediately sets the tone for how people should dress, how they should act, and the sorts of games that will be available. And when you tell your guests they should come with a Las Vegas mindset, it can get them excited for the night to come.

The other reason a casino night is a good idea is that it provides something for every guest’s tastes. From card games like poker and blackjack, to table games like roulette and craps, there’s always something to do. Even better, these games provide a simple place for attendees to socialize. While it might be awkward to make small talk just standing around a bar height table, it becomes a lot easier to do when you’re both holding cards in your hand. A game provides something to talk about, and a shared activity breaks a lot of ice.

Low Cost, High Reward
It takes less than you think to plan and bring in a casino-style event. Companies like Amusement Masters make it easy by providing game tables, inventory (chips, cards, dice, etc.) and experienced game dealers to lead activities. You can even rent larger games, such as a roulette wheel or unique variations on the games, like Black Light casino activities. Scale up with lots of games or down as your event requires – a theme that provides flexibility without losing out on the potential for attendees to enjoy themselves.

Amusement Masters Wins ‘Best Booth’ At The Special Event 2018!

Posted on February 7, 2018 by Kelly Smink

We’re home from The Special Event in New Orleans, and proud to announce that we won the tradeshow’s ‘Best Booth’ Award! A shout out THANK YOU to our onsite team for this year’s show. They showed up and delivered in every way – bringing fun and memorable booth experiences to every attendee that visited.

Thank you to every TSE attendee that visited the booth to play games, create artwork on our Giant Etch-A-Sketch, take selfies at the photo station and engage with our team to learn more about Amusement Masters’ nationwide entertainment services. Over two days, we had SO much fun meeting and playing with attendees from all over the world!

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ABOUT THE SPECIAL EVENT
The Special Event (TSE) is the world’s largest tradeshow and conference for event professionals including: event planners, wedding planners, corporate event planners, caterers, event product and service providers, and event production companies. Each year, more than 5,000 professional attendees attend TSE’s renowned education program, featuring more than 100 sessions in eight tracks, as well as multiple showcasing events and an exhibit hall floor filled with event products and services. Visit the website, TheSpecialEventShow.com. TSE’s sister publication Special Events, in addition to producing the prestigious Gala Awards, provides industry information, and editorial support.

Come Play With Amusement Masters at The Special Event, Booth #1501

Posted on January 13, 2018 by Kelly Smink

We’re headed back to The Special Event…this year, in New Orleans! The Special Event Artwork Header

Event professionals, producers and planners around the world flock to The Special Event (TSE) conference year after year – finding it to be an invaluable resource for education, networking and creative conversation with others in the industry. Since 1985 professionals in the field of special and live events have mingled and learned from an array of industry leaders sharing their knowledge. This year, TSE will be held in one of our most favorite client and event cities, New Orleans! Conference education sessions and the much-anticipated exhibit hall will be conveniently hosted by the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

From January 30 to February 1st there will be over 100 educational sessions, an exhibit floor (where you can stop by to see us!) and several showcase events that attendees won’t want to miss. We’re thrilled to announce that this year Amusement Masters is a leading sponsor for the conference and will have our team both in attendance of the conference and exhibiting on the exhibit floor with many other leading companies in the special and live events industry.

If you’re an event professional attending, we invite you to come see us in Booth 1501 and PLAY! This year our booth is going Hi-Tech – expect to have fun playing with Spot My Photo, our Giant Etch a Sketch, Calligrams and several LED Collection games! We’ll also have representation from our nationwide gaming experts team in the booth who can speak with you one-on-one and share more about our nationwide event entertainment services.

We can’t wait to see you in NOLA!

About The Special Event

The Special Event conference is the world’s premier conference and trade show that is directed at the top decision makers and trendsetters in the event planning industry. The event professionals that attend The Special Event work in a variety of markets, whether they are sporting event planners, caterers designing social events, wedding specialists, event, meeting or festival producers, corporate meeting planners or creators of extraordinary extravaganzas.

The conference mission is to offer experiential education and resources to the Event Planning Industry by offering over 100 event-focused conference sessions, an exhibit hall jam-packed with event products and services, a Hands-on-Hundred learn-as-you-go program, and a week full of showcasing events. Along with the exhibit hall and education conference tracks, The Special Event hosts several over the top showcasing events.

For more information about the 2018 conference or to register and attend click onto The Special Event.

Make Your Event “The Greatest Show on Earth!”

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Kelly Smink

The Greatest Showman Header The Greatest Showman, starring Hugh Jackman as the legendary P.T. Barnum, premiered on December 8, 2017 with all the glamour and style worthy of the Greatest Show on Earth. The musical film tells the story of the world-famous circus and rise of P.T. Barnum from his humble beginnings as the son of a tailor, to becoming the owner of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. With the movie’s success, we’re seeing that its original music and circus regalia is inspiring a fun trend in party and event themes. Here are just a few ways to incorporate circus inspiration into your next event:

Issue invitations to your event with a “circus ticket”. Encourage guests to join in the fun by wearing bright clothing with large polka dots, bow ties, and tulle skirts. Amusement Masters red and white stripped carnival tents added to the mix are an inviting way for guests to immerse themselves in the experience. Use colorful balloons everywhere, and incorporate performers like jugglers, gymnasts and clowns that add entertainment and engagement to the event’s ambiance. Amusement Masters Carnival Tents

Rent an Amusement Masters snow cone or cotton candy machine. Kids love to create custom snow cones by mixing flavors and spiked snow cones are also a fun twist for adults. Adding cotton candy in fun, fruity flavors is an affordable circus themed treat.

Add to event staffing, an old-fashioned lemonade vendor in a red striped jacket and bow tie. This vendor serving lemon and limeade drinks with fresh fruit in cocktail glasses is ideal for a circus-themed bar and bat mitzvahs, quinceañera or sweet 16 parties. Use stripped chair covers, and beautiful Lipizzaner stallions or Tennessee walking horses in the event’s circus themed decor.

Watch guests as they enjoy a root beer float bar, hosted by the circus strongman or a wild animal trainer. They’ll enjoy unique creations like Mountain Dew and ice cream with pop rocks. Fresh pretzels with toppings like Jalapeno and chili can be a fresh take on the old favorite. Amusement Masters Concessions Trio

If your event is for adults, including circus themed cocktails is the perfect addition. Substitute the traditional bartender uniform with top hat, bow tie, and bright sequined vest while he or she shakes up ‘Gigi Gourmet Cotton Candy‘ martinis. Serve elevated circus themed treats like mini shrimp corndogs and sriracha-lime popcorn.

From games to rides to concessions, we have so many fun and exciting ideas for incorporating circus inspiration into your event. Connect with us, and let’s get to planning!

Five Advantages of Hosting Team Building Events With Amusement Masters

Posted on December 14, 2017 by Kelly Smink

Regardless of how talented your company’s employees may be, the full advantage of their collective potential can only be realized when they work together as a team. That teamwork potential is realized when team building events turn periodic successes into consistent quality and productivity. Team building activities are proof that individual commitment to a group effort is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work. Amusement Masters Team Building 1 Here are five benefits of hosting a team building activity event for your employees:

Cultivate Loyalty
Although a secure sense of company and team loyalty is difficult to accomplish with a group of individuals, members of a tightly-knit team feel like they’re an important part of achieving a common goal. Amusement Masters Team Building 2

Increase Productivity
Once that tight-knit team is formed, the feeling of having a common purpose influences how they work together. That unity comes, in part, from the seamlessly applying lessons employees learned on team-building exercises to situations and challenges. Amusement Masters Team Building 3

Create Harmony in the Workplace
Team building activities offer employees the perfect opportunity to escape from the daily grind of the workplace and to blow off steam while gaining a new perspective on themselves and their team members. Amusement Masters Team Building 4

Promote the Ideal Environment for Creativity
When teams take part in fun challenges, it spurs their creative process. That leads to new and intriguing ways of addressing tasks and challenges in the workplace. Amusement Masters Team Building 5

Create Leaders
Facing unconventional challenges in a team setting enables the opportunity to reconfigure the dynamics of a team. This can often cultivate leaders that may have previously been overlooked. Amusement Masters Team Building 6

From Atlanta to New Orleans to New York City and beyond, we help companies across the United States create unique and goal-oriented team building events for the growth of their employee force. Want to know more about hosting a team building event with Amusement Masters games and amusements for your employees in 2018? Connect with our experienced games team by clicking here.

The Positive Impact of Hosting a Company Family Day Event

Posted on November 17, 2017 by Kelly Smink

Whether it’s a carnival atmosphere with inflatables, rides and ice cream, or organized activities such as biking, archery or DIY projects, company family days can be fun events for your employees and their families to enjoy. That fun-filled time can also generate additional benefits for your organization.

Here are three benefits of hosting a company family day:

Secure Company Retention
Showing your employees that you respect and value them goes a long way toward securing their loyalty. One way to do that is to simply treat them to a company family day. Taking a little time away from the regular routine for some enjoyment can help employees recharge and become more productive. Additionally, such a special day provides employees to not only bond with their families, but to discover shared interests with colleagues and supervisors. That connection can have a great impact on employee retention.

Demonstrate Your Commitment and Appreciation
Treating your employees to a day of family fun shows them that you appreciate them and the work they do. It also demonstrates your commitment to their well-being, which can boost morale and increase productivity.

Encourage a Healthy Work-Life Balance
These days, it can be difficult for employees to effectively split their time between family and their responsibilities at work. By hosting a company family day you demonstrate your company’s support of your employees’ between work and personal lives.

Amusement Masters has a large inventory of games, rides and amusements that open the door for creating great experiences for employees at company family day events. Click here to view video of one of our favorite 2016 family day client events! Then for tons of ideas on how Amusement Masters can help to make your US family day one that employees will never forget connect with us!

The Evolution of Inflatables For Special Events

Posted on October 20, 2017 by Kelly Smink

The use of inflatable structures in the special events industry has changed a lot in the last ten years. Historically, inflatable structures were great options at carnivals, block parties, birthdays, and other events that would be heavily populated with children. The classic ‘bouncy house’ is where the inflatable structure industry started, but since the introduction of the bouncy house those structures created and used have evolved. Inflatable structures are no longer just for kid’s birthday parties! Lagoon of Doom

In the last few years, inflatable structures have gotten a lot more sophisticated, and they have been getting use in many types of special events with the focus on adult users. The corporate world now brings in inflatable games, obstacles and amusements as part of team building exercises or entertainment for company retreats and picnics. For other types of events Inflatable walls and igloo structures are also commonly used. At the 2017 IMEX America conference recently in Las Vegas several large inflatable structures (igloos) were used as meeting areas throughout the conferences’s ‘Inspiration Hub.’ Adrenalator

Big inflatable slides, obstacle courses, and use as structures have really changed the scope of inflatables in special events. The industry of inflatables that was once led by bounce houses has really moved from a niche, a rather large niche market of child entertainment to be fair, into more widespread usage. It is rare to go to any large event today and not see at least one inflatable structure at it. An item that used to be used only for kids has now become the staple of any good event. The numerous possibilities that inflatables can be used for is a major reason why they are so popular. Also, they are just plain fun!

If you’re considering bringing an inflatable to your next event contact Amusement Masters and learn more about our inflatable games and amusement options! Zorb Ball Plinko Leaps and Bounds

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