Welcome to The Event Horizon. Where we pull together tips, tricks, inspirations, and more for all things events from around the world.
Venue Impact on Experience: EmotionAir at the Palace of Fine Arts
Introduction Balloon Museum’s EmotionAir has rapidly become one of San Francisco's most talked-about experiences, attracting visitors looking for more than just passive art displays. EmotionAir is built around emotional engagement, interactivity, and the...
From Insight to Impact: 5 Data-Driven Event Design Tips for Modern Planners
Introduction In today’s competitive landscape, planning a successful event isn’t just about creativity — it’s about strategy. And strategy starts and ends with data. Whether you're organizing a high-profile product launch or an intimate fundraising gala, leveraging...
From Raves to Fundraisers: How Adaptive Reuse Venues Maximize Event ROI
Introduction When you’re planning an event, the venue isn’t just a backdrop—it sets the tone, tells a story, and if you’re doing it right, drives serious ROI. Whether you’re throwing a late-night rave, an immersive brand activation, or a fundraiser that actually feels...
6 Must Ask Questions Before Booking a Venue
Introduction If you’re booking an event venue, you know it’s all or nothing. A great space can elevate your gathering to legendary status; the wrong one can torpedo your budget, cram your guests, or tie your hands with stuffy rules. Been there, done that. Before you...
2024 – What a Year
What a Year 2024 was a big year for Non Plus Ultra, with plenty of incredible memories and wonderful clients along the way. Throughout the year, we: Opened the doors to our new venue El Jebel in Denver Hosted more than 200 separate events Entertained over 300,000...
Why Company Holiday Celebrations Matter More than Ever
Introduction In today's constantly changing business world, it is easy to forget that there is more to a company's success than close rates and overall sales. Employee engagement and morale are equally crucial for strong, consistent performance. Your Team works hard...
San Francisco is Back: 4 Strong Signs of Recovery
Introduction San Francisco is back, emerging from the pandemic with a renewed vigor, particularly evident in its vibrant events and entertainment industries. The city's journey to recovery has been marked by a resurgence in tourism, cultural events, and nightlife, all...
How to Stand Out: 5 Simple Ways to Make Your Conference Exhibition Unforgettable
Introduction having a sponsored presence at in-person conferences is an excellent way to get quality face-to-face time with your target markets, as well as expand on your overall brand awareness. The only problem is, you aren't the only game in town. Sponsoring these...
Top 6 Reasons In-Person Events Are Back on the Rise
As quickly as it came on, the novelty of virtual events seemed to fade. Even with the rapid advancement in hosting technology, they just never quite seemed to have the same impact as traditional events. With that growing sentiment, we have seen a steady uptick in the number of and attendance at in-person events and conferences. In fact, recent polls show a whopping 72% of respondents prefer in-person events over virtual. But what is it that has vendors and attendees coming back?









