When I think of a successful Special Event, one of the most important aspects is a well thought-out ambiance or theme that transforms the event space into a specific vision. The “it” factor can come in many forms, ranging from the visual appeal of the décor to live entertainment. Integrating pop culture themes into events gives you endless room for creative ideas and is a great way to relate directly to your target audience. When planners turn to pop culture ideas, many seem to follow the same themes time and time again. Yes, “The Wizard of Oz” and “Alice in Wonderland” make for cool décor choices and a cute story line, but depending on your audience, this may be like a Nickelback song on the radio; catchy yet played out. Why not stay more current with your ideas? A blast from the past is fun, but so is staying fresh and topical. Here are a few ideas that will hopefully help you think a little more outside the box

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