{"id":934,"date":"2014-06-06T23:12:07","date_gmt":"2014-06-06T23:12:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wordpresstest.com\/?p=934"},"modified":"2019-03-16T16:17:12","modified_gmt":"2019-03-16T16:17:12","slug":"7-wow-factors-to-add-to-your-event","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theeventu.com\/individuals\/blog\/7-wow-factors-to-add-to-your-event\/","title":{"rendered":"7 WOW Factors to Add to Your Event"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Wow factors are anything you use to create a special effect or big impact for an event. They can be used to open or close an event or to highlight the introduction of a VIP.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some of my favorites:<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h4>Outdoor Fireworks<\/h4>\n<p>A fireworks show is a common way to close or highlight a nighttime event. They&#8217;re awesome for outdoor events with big spaces and big crowds, and they&#8217;re now available at quite a reasonable price. In almost any city, you can get a decent fireworks show for $3,000 to $10,000.<\/p>\n<p><em>Keep in mind:<\/em> Animals of all kinds are very afraid of fireworks. Be aware of this and avoid any potential problems for the animals and your guests.<\/p>\n<h4>Chinese Wish Lanterns<\/h4>\n<p>These are paper lanterns with a small cradle for a candle that, once lit, will created a hot-air balloon effect and lift the lantern into the sky. When you release the lantern, you are supposed to make a wish. These lanterns are great for any type of celebration, and they look awesome. They cost from $5 to $15 each depending on the size and also come in a biodegradable option.<\/p>\n<p><em>Keep in mind:<\/em> You must be diligent about the flight path of the lanterns to ensure they don&#8217;t catch anything on fire when they land. For this reason, I only use them over water.<\/p>\n<h4>Confetti Canons<\/h4>\n<p>Confetti Canons are air-pressurized tubes that shoot confetti and streamers out over the heads of your guest. They come in many sizes and can be used to enhance, any stage of your event.<\/p>\n<p><em>Keep in mind:<\/em> Anytime that you use confetti in any way, it can make a hard surface like a dance floor very slippery. If you can, have workers ready with blowers or brooms to sweep it up after the drop at your event.<\/p>\n<h4>Illusions<\/h4>\n<p>Illusionists can be used for any type of powerful product reveal or meeting opener. You can make celebrity guest or top management suddenly appear; it definitely creates a real WOW!<\/p>\n<p><em>Keep in mind:<\/em> There is a significant production requirement to fulfill these types of acts.<\/p>\n<h4>Indoor Pyro and Fireworks<\/h4>\n<p>These create loud explosions, smoke, and fire. Obviously, you will need a permit to use them, but they create another great event WOW.<\/p>\n<p><em>Keep in mind:<\/em> When it comes to indoor pyro, I highly recommend using just enough to accomplish your goal. Less is more.<\/p>\n<h4>Lasers<\/h4>\n<p>Lasers are great for adding impact whether you&#8217;re indoors or outdoors. They&#8217;re expensive and need to be scripted to music, so using them requires professional guidance. They work great for and opening act or in conjunction with fireworks.<\/p>\n<p><em>Keep in mind:<\/em> User lasers requires a lot of smoke in order for guests to be able to see them. Because smoke can be harder to control outside, lasers tend to work better inside, in a more controlled environment.<\/p>\n<h4>CO<sub>2<\/sub> Cannon<\/h4>\n<p>These are loud special effects that are great for use on stages to introduce VIPs, for closing, etc. They blow a big cloud of carbon dioxide and make a massive boom sound that definitely gets everyone&#8217;s attention. Best of all, there is no mess.<\/p>\n<p>Happy planning!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Want\u00a0a FREE copy of my Amazon Best Selling Book, \u201cGoing Live: Insider Secrets to Corporate Event Production\u201d? Download it and gain top insights\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/goinglive.theeventu.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">by clicking here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"epic-post-optin\">\n    <h4>Have you spent countless hours searching for an online corporate event planning course to help you learn the intricacies of planning a successful event?<\/h4>\n    <h1>YOU CAN STOP SEARCHING!<\/h1>\n    <h2>Register now for E.P.I.C<\/h2>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/theeventu.com\/individuals\/courses\/\" class=\"button\">Go <strong>E.P.I.C.<\/strong><\/a>\n    <img src=\"\/individuals\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/epiclogo_fullcolor.svg\" alt=\"E.P.I.C. 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