This summer is shaping up to be one of the most exciting seasons for events, travel, and celebration. Whether you’re hosting a corporate gathering, planning a private party, or simply looking for inspiration for your next big summer moment, the trends this year are all about experiential, elevated, and unforgettable.
Here’s a look at what’s popular in 2025:
- Private Luxury Gatherings
From rooftop cocktail parties to backyard with private chefs, small-scale luxury is in. Think intimate guest lists, personalized menus, and immersive ambiance with mood lighting, lounges, and live acoustic music. - Corporate Summer Socials
Companies are hosting more summer happy hours, employee appreciation picnics, and incentive retreats. These events now emphasize wellness, team-building, and memorable experiences. - Destination Experiences
This year, clients are heading to coastal towns, mountain resorts, and wine country venues to combine celebration with a little vacation. Popular spots include: - Festival-Inspired Parties
Inspired by music festivals, people are bringing the festival vibe to their events—think flower crowns, DJ sets, food trucks, and glow décor.
Outdoor Is Still In
Whether it’s under café lights or a tent, open-air events are in high demand still. People are seeking venues with gardens, rooftops, vineyards, or lakefront views to take advantage of warm weather and sunsets.
Urban Rooftops & Hidden Gems
Clients are looking for unique spaces like historic homes, art galleries, industrial lofts, and boutique hotel rooftops. The more exclusive and experiential, the better.