Published On: 21 November 2022Categories: Blog7.7 min read

With 2022 coming to a close, we are already looking towards what will be hot in the events and planning world for 2023.

There really is so much to think about when planning your next event, party or wedding. From being eco-friendly to giving your guests fun party gift bags, the possibilities are actually quite endless for what you could do.

From winter weddings to summer parties, let’s dive right into some of these exciting ideas that you could do for your event next year, find out why they have increased in popularity and why you should consider incorporating them into your own celebrations to make it an unforgettable time.

What are people looking for in the events and party planning world?

First things first we should talk about what people will be focusing on moving forward in terms of their event.

People are now, more so than ever, consciously thinking of the environment and how they can help it. This may be by considering their own eco-footprint and thinking about how sustainable something really is.

There is also an increase in the cost of living that is on people’s minds. Everyone will be looking to find more ways to save money which will inevitably play a massive role in what they decide to do for their event.

Sharing and grazing stations are back in the events and party planning world

So what exactly are sharing and grazing stations?

As the name suggests, this is where we create an oversized platter or ‘station’ where you can share food and continuously graze from it. It is like a buffet of sorts, but it has been designed to make it visually appealing and easy for guests to pick and nibble.

It is usually a table or designated area, but it can even be a large platter, wooden board, counter or just any large and flat surface.

From charcuterie and sushi to desserts and sweet treats, there are so many delicious sharing and grazing station ideas no matter what you want to be accessible throughout your event.

Craft Tequila and rum cocktails are making their comeback

For the last 5 years, the drinks world has been majorly dominated by Gin that grew massively in popularity and has been in high demand.

However, in 2023 we expect that to change and see the likes of Craft Tequila and rum cocktails make their comeback. Some drinks trends that are looking to be massive in 2023 are the following:

  • Hard Seltzers: a low-calorie convenient drink (essentially flavoured sparkling water) that can be bought in supermarkets for taking out and about and is in the running to be one of the biggest drink trends of 2023
  • No and low alcoholic drinks. With mindful consumption on the rise, gone are the days of people not having a variety of drinks they could choose from. This is great in terms of being inclusive for all your guests at your event and making sure that there are options for everyone so that no one feels left out.
  • Spritz Cocktails: a light, refreshing, summery drink. Again it is a light, low-calorie drink that has taken the world by storm and will only keep growing in popularity.
  • Flavoured Spirits such as Cazcabel Coffee Tequila are high in demand in the food and drink industry. There has been a massive increase in demand for flavoured spirits which has seen flavoured rum sales doubling in comparison to 2019.

Our team here at Vanilla Bean definitely thinks that any of these drinks trends would be amazing features for your event and we would love to create them for you.

What will be featured more in the events and party planning world?

It is predicted that creative and tasty vegan food will also feature more on event menus in 2023.

This is due to the fact that plant-based eating is one of the biggest nutrition trends of recent years with people being more conscious of where food produce comes from and its sustainability.

Therefore, it will be an important factor for all events to have so that they are not only more inclusive for all the guests but also tie in with the hottest trend in the events and party planning world.

No one is too old for a party bag!

Did you know that adult post-party pamper bags are a thing?

Well, they are growing in popularity. The idea is that it contains everything needed for after the event is over such as hangover shots, eye masks, dancing feet foot spray (to help get your feet back to normal after dancing the night away), pillow spray, cans of water or reusable bottles for water, cleansing face wipes to help you freshen up the day after and slippers. Because who doesn’t love a personalised gift to remember an amazing event?

This is such a great idea and is one that is sure to be incorporated into a lot of events in 2023.

What are roaming bands?

A roaming or wandering band is exactly as it sounds. It is a group of professional musicians who are able to wander around amongst your guests, without the use of microphones, PA systems or cables.

They are completely unplugged and ready to mingle which makes them an excellent addition to your wedding reception and the after party. It also adds that touch of intimacy and uniqueness to your event by making your guests feel like they are the centre of attention and involved in your event personally and not just spectating it.

This is a new trend that is on the rise and is only going to increase in popularity next year.

Having a personal theme for your party

Do you have a specific theme in mind? Or do you want your event to be about something very specific? Well, you’re in luck!

Party planners will be fighting over the chance to be able to create your favourite holiday destination or a specific themed bar at your home and to really tap into all the things you like as it is a great way to show off their skills not only to you but to the rest of the events and party planning world as well.

Instead of using old themes that have been done over and over again, people are taking the plunge and doing their own personal themes for their events.

When should you hold your event?

Are you looking to make your event stand out even more? You can do this by throwing your party in the low season mainly from February to April and October to November. There are a number of reasons why having your event during these months are a good idea such as:

  • The supply and demand being lower means lower prices.

If there are more events being booked then the prices will be higher.

Therefore booking your event in the off-season means that there is less of a demand for event venues and vendors so you are not fighting for their time and services. Event professionals will have to work to sell their services during these months, meaning many will offer off-season rates or are willing to provide discounts that would be unavailable during peak times.

This also means that there are more services to choose from and you can pick the best one for your event.

  • There is a higher quality of service

Since venues and vendors aren’t as busy during the off-season, they will have more time to focus on your event, meaning that they will be less likely to overlook the little details that could mean the most to you.

With their packed schedules, there are most likely some minor inconveniences that are likely to occur during the summer and fall months. Therefore, when the winter and spring months roll around all the attention is fully on your event which then ensures that it will go off without a hitch!

  • There is sure to be greater availability

With there being less competition during the winter months, your top choice vendors and venues are more likely to be free on your event date.

We know that this is something that matters most to our clients as by having your dream venue and vendor team it will make your whole entire event exactly what you wanted and what you pictured when you first started planning it.

Not to mention, your guests are also less likely to have prior commitments since there won’t be as many seasonal vacations or other important celebrations for them to attend.

Thank you for taking the time to read this blog on ‘What’s hot in the events and party planning world for 2023’. What trends from this blog will you be taking into consideration for your own event, party or wedding? We would love to know or even help you to bring that idea to life!

If you are looking to have any of these trends for your upcoming event, why not get in touch with our events and party planning team today via our website here. And if you are looking for more information from the food and beverage industry you can find more of our blogs here.