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Mole De Mayo 2016 Photo Gallery
Being held at Ashland and 18th Street in Chicago’s historic Pilsen neighborhood, the 8th annual Mole de Mayo festival will feature mole, pitting local chefs and restaurants against one another to find out whose version of the Mexican staple is best. In addition, the outdoor… Read more
Mayfest 2016 Photo Gallery
Chicago’s Mayfest is the annual kick-off event for summer our festival season. Join us this year as we celebrate our 22nd year and we’ll promise to give you a weekend of endless fun.
Our main stage at Mayfest is set up under a BIG-TOP tent, and features… Read more
Tips for keeping safe during Music Festival Season
As Music Festival season quickly approaches, Star Events offers a few tips on how to keep safe while still being able to soak in all the concert fun!
1.BEAT THE HEAT
Hot days and physical exertion, don’t always make the best combo. In order to avoid heat-related… Read more
How to Maximize Your Sales this Summer
As everyone in the festival world is ramping up for the upcoming season, StarEvents offers some great tips on how to maximize your sales this summer. Take a look!
1. One month before the festival:
Mail postcards to your established contact list about the festivals you… Read more
Ways to Gain Loyal Event Attendees
Many great events rely on repeat attendees in order to maintain success year after year. The challenge is providing an unforgettable experience, while also leaving your guests wanting more. If an attendee has a wonderful experience at your event, they will want to return next year… Read more
The Best St. Patrick’s Day Specials in Chicago
St. Patrick's Day falls on a Thursday this year, so you have a whole week to celebrate with St. Patrick's Day specials like green beer, Irish whiskey shots and bar food to soak it all up. These restaurants and pubs are celebrating the Irish holiday… Read more
How to Manage Event Feedback
Post event surveys are the key to staying one step ahead of your attendees and make sure you see both positive and negative aspects of your event.
AcknowledgeBad food? Poor service? No event planner wants to hear these things, but it’s the first step in knowing… Read more
Ramen Fest 2016 Photo Gallery
A far cry from what was once known as a cheap, college student pantry staple, ramen has taken the states by storm with new, authentic shops popping up all around the country. On Sunday, February 19th, Chef Bill Kim of urbanbelly and bellyQ will be… Read more
Time Management Tips for Busy Event Professionals
Being an event professional is probably the most underrated, busiest job in the world. How is one supposed to stay focused when life is so busy and our clients always manage to call us with changes and last minute details? Balancing several clients, our home… Read more