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The Essence Of Food Truck Brand Marketing

posted June 7, 2021   category » Festival Food Vendors
The Essence Of Food Truck Brand Marketing

Branding doesn't create, build or strengthen your brand. You read that correctly. First and foremost, your food business brand marketing must always be a reflection of the quality of your menu and service. There are really no exceptions to this rule.



Food Truck Brand Marketing

To understand why, it's first necessary to define what is part of a food truck's "brand." Most people think a brand consists of exterior elements: the truck's name, it's logo and the tagline. To get a general understanding of a brand, think about it in the simplest terms.


How to Make Your Event More Interactive

posted June 2, 2021   category » Event Promoter Tips
How to Make Your Event More Interactive
You need a team to organize an event. You can't do everything by yourself. So I don't need to tell you further, how important a team is for your event. Event mismanagement is mostly about team mismanagement. Anyone who hosts an event wants it to really stand out in the participants' minds. The best way for it to be memorable is by designing interactivity into your event. If you can get your attendees involved, they will have a more powerful experience. As a result, they will be more likely to attend your events in the future and recommend their friends or colleagues attend your next event.


There are many ways for your event to be interactive even before the event begins. You can start the engagement by generating buzz pre-event using an event app, creating online networking communities, and designating a hashtag for participants that can be used across all social media platforms.

11 Tips on Promoting Events Using Social Media

posted May 24, 2021   category » Event Promoter Tips
11 Tips on Promoting Events Using Social Media

1. Plan and organize

Like any other aspect of event marketing, go in with a plan. Know what your goals are, identify your target audience, and have things mapped out. Event planning is essential before you execute your strategy.

Start with a clear idea of what sort of event promotion you are going to do on which social media platforms, and what you hope to accomplish.

9 Things You Should Know About Publicity

posted May 20, 2021   category » Small Business Resources
9 Things You Should Know About Publicity

You have your vision and you're eager to make that first move in the world of PR. But before I jump into what you're here for, the nine critical things you should now about PR, we need to be sure that your ready to begin such a relationship with the media. It's not a matter of feeling ready, it's a matter of being ready.

 

Before you even begin thinking about PR, you need to have what I refer to as your social media house in order. This is your foundation. It is vital for your PR success that you have a presence sufficiently fleshed out on the internet from your website to your blog to your Twitter page. You won't get the results you want from your PR campaign if you don't have a strong internet presence.

 

Roll Call! State Breakdown for the Return of EVENTS!

posted April 29, 2021   category » Event Highlights
Roll Call! State Breakdown for the Return of EVENTS!

Raise your hand if you miss attending live concerts and fair.

Yeah... us too.

The good news is that with Covid-19 vaccines becoming more widely available, there’s at last a light at the end of the tunnel, as some venues have tentatively begun scheduling events again.

Here’s a breakdown of all the things happening (or not happening) in summer 2021 in several states. 


alABAMA

Alabama is seeing a return of many large scale events while some counties are still under tight restrictions. The mask mandate is lifted state-wide.

7 Ways You Can Benefit From a Home and Garden Show

posted April 13, 2021   category » Home and Garden
7 Ways You Can Benefit From a Home and Garden Show

A home and garden show is a venue for industry vendors to display products to their customers.

Whether they’re interested in installing a pool, replacing some windows, putting in a generator, or just about any other home improvement you could think of, visitors can find a wide variety of materials and appliances for their needs.

You can find a home and garden festival in just about any part of the country. Some of the most popular of these shows include the Denver Home and Garden Show, the Colorado Home and Garden Show, and the Cleveland Home and Garden Show.

Are you thinking of working as a vendor at a home and garden show? There are many benefits.

Here are a few.

 

 

 

 

Let's Get to the Florida State Fair!

posted April 9, 2021   category » Event Highlights
If good things come to those who wait, then the Florida State Fair 2021 must be one of the best things to come around in a long time.

Postponed from its traditional February date due to Covid-19 restrictions, this time-honored event is back, bigger and better than ever.



Best of all, the Florida State Fair 2021 truly has something for everyone, whether it’s unique and delicious fair food, the thrilling rides, or one of the most entertaining music festivals in Florida.

Here’s what you can expect from the Florida State Fair 2021.

☘️ Let's Swap Links - Free FestivalNet Promotion!

posted April 1, 2021   category » FestivalNet News & Promotions
☘️ Let's Swap Links - Free FestivalNet Promotion!
FestivalNet Promoters & Event Organizers News

Festival Member:

Would you like to have some free promotions on FestivalNet for your event(s)?

Add a text link to FestivalNet.com from your website and we will give you one Free Event link at FestivalNet.com, a $57 value! OR, add a FestivalNet BANNER on your website, and earn a free Featured Event, an $89 value!

INSTRUCTIONS:

  • Select the event you want the free link on. (Be sure the event is UPDATED first)
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Whether or not you take advantage of this offer, please update your events on FestivalNet. This is a FREE service and our members count on the most current event info possible!
We're here to help if you have questions. Please email support@festivalnet.com for fastest attention.
 
 
Happy Spring!

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Why You Should Sell Your Crafts At Your Local Farmers’ Market

posted April 1, 2021   category » Craft Fair Vendor Resources
Why You Should Sell Your Crafts At Your Local Farmers’ Market

While many small farmers markets allow for homegrown products only, some larger markets also permit local craftspeople to participate. In fact, most popular farmers markets offer holiday markets specific to offering folks the chance to buy and sell local arts and crafts!

There’s a small amount of controversy about crafters selling their creations at the local farmers’ market.

On one side, people say that crafters may not earn enough to make it worth their time.

The Ultimate Collection of Email Marketing Tips: Turn those subscribers into fans

posted March 24, 2021   category » Small Business Resources
The Ultimate Collection of Email Marketing Tips: Turn those subscribers into fans

Are you ready to give up on email marketing?

We hear you. If you’re like most of us, you probably feel like you’ve tried everything to no avail.

You’ve tried sending out emails every other day. Once a week. Once a month. You’ve tried crafting content that’s humorous, informative, and relatable. You’ve tried long messages and brief ones.


Performers: Events Are Coming Back

posted March 19, 2021   category » covid-19
Performers:  Events Are Coming Back

The COVID-19 pandemic has made an undeniable impact on the ability for others to gather and perform, making it more difficult for both artists and lovers of the arts to enjoy their passion. The good news? The development of multiple vaccines and their speedy distribution is making it so that many states feel safe gradually opening back up and inviting the public to return to some semblance of a normal day-to-day experience as we attempt to recover over time.

 

Life Is Beautiful Festival Tickets Sell Out in One Day

posted March 15, 2021   category » Event Highlights
Life Is Beautiful Festival Tickets Sell Out in One Day
You might say people are reallllly ready for their festivals to come back.  When Life is Beautiful Festival released tickets for their IN REAL LIFE, 3-day September 2021 event in Las Vegas, Nevada, they sold out their multi day passes in one day. The festival will be releasing one-day passes soon.

“We are overjoyed by the result and can't wait to give every member of our community the experience that they've been craving for over a year,” said David Oehm, CEO of Life is Beautiful.

Fairs and festivals allowed again in Phase 3 in Louisiana

posted March 4, 2021   category » covid-19
Fairs and festivals allowed again in Phase 3 in Louisiana
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Along with a whole host of eased restrictions, Phase 3 brings back fairs and festivals, although a lot of the big ones like Jazz Fest have already been rescheduled for the fall.

Right now, outdoor fairs and festivals can be held at 50% capacity with no cap on attendance, but everyone there has to be six feet apart.

“We literally cheered in my office when we heard the governor said Phase 3,” Jefferson Parish District 5 Councilmember Jennifer Van Vrancken said.


5 Ways to Grow Your Art Business

posted March 2, 2021   category » Artist Resources
You can use everything from social media to a blog detailing your life as an artist to grow your business. Feeling overwhelmed and unsure? Have a look at these tips for some inspiration and support:


image courtesy ArtsyShark

1. Use Social Media Judiciously

People expect to be able to find your art online and learn more about you there. That's not a bad thing, but you want to be judicious. Don't make the mistake of trying to cater to every single platform out there. If you aren't careful you'll wind up with a full-time social media job and you won't have time for creating art!


Covid-19: Keeping up with the Events Industry

posted February 16, 2021   category » covid-19

Please Bookmark and share our COVID-19 STATE-BY-STATE
Guide about Mask Mandates & Mass Gathering Info. This information can also be found on every state page; search for events in your state.

 


Helpful Resources to our Community:

EVENT CANCELLATIONS: https://festivalnet.com/covid19-event-changes.html
EVENT UPDATEShttps://festivalnet.com/recent_updates.html
VIRTUAL EVENTS: https://festivalnet.com/virtual-shows



A Few Helpful Articles


5 Ways to Engage Virtual Customers
Tips For Staying Safe at Events This Year
How to Set Up Your Booth For Social Distancing
Making Sales in a Changing World




Guest Blog: A Roundup of the Top Music Festivals in New York

posted February 16, 2021   category » Event Highlights
Guest Blog: A Roundup of the Top Music Festivals in New York

The Empire State has a huge number of events taking place that might have slipped under your radar. Some of these are incredibly popular in the region but don’t find a place on the map. Here’s a compilation of some music festivals in NY that should be on the list of music lovers, artists, and others looking to have a great time in general:

NYACK SPRING STREET FESTIVAL

The Nyack Spring Street Festival is a popular music festival that brings several other activities to a close due to its sheer size, with up to 30,000 people in attendance at the event.

How to Reach More People as an Up-and-Coming Musician in North America

posted February 9, 2021   category » Musician Tips
How to Reach More People as an Up-and-Coming Musician in North America

Making it big as a musician can be difficult, regardless of how talented you are. There’s a sea of competition, but by playing your cards right, you can reach the stars like others before you. Whether you’re looking for your first big break or looking to continue a hot streak, we’ve got just the advice for you.



Using Social Media Wisely

The biggest problem with social media is also its most tempting fact; almost everyone’s on it. This means that like you, there are countless other hopeful musicians jamming their hearts out to make it big. With talent and luck, several artists like Justin Bieber and Shawn Mendes have harnessed the power of social media and skyrocketed to fame.

5 Ways to Engage Virtual Customers

posted February 8, 2021   category » covid-19
5 Ways to Engage Virtual Customers
It’s safe to say that the Covid-19 pandemic forced us to rethink everything we thought we knew about marketing. For those who already had a solid handle on engaging their customers virtually, they just had to up their game a bit. But if you have always relied on old-school marketing tactics, navigating this new world can be a struggle. Not to worry, though. These tried-and-true strategies for virtual engagement will help you get back on your feet again in no time.


How to Make Money With Your Music From Home

posted January 28, 2021   category » Musician Tips
How to Make Money With Your Music From Home

It’s every musician’s dream come true: having the opportunity to make money doing what he or she loves.


A day of strumming your guitar or singing? That beats going to the office any day.


But nowadays, when live concerts are starting to feel strangely like the ancient past and the distant future at the same time, making money from your music is more challenging than ever.


But... not impossible.


Here are some creative ways to make money with your music from home.