Archives for December 2017

Best of Events of 2017

December 30, 2017

Best of Events of 2017 | Dallas Wedding Venue | The Empire Room

Today we look back at the amazing year we’ve had and highlight some of the events we’ve had at The Empire Room. As you will see below we host an array of events from weddings, bar mitzvahs, to corporate events.

DFW NACE Awards Gala

We had such a great time this February hosting the DFW Nace annual awards. It’s always very rewarding getting to spend time with such a great group of industry professionals.

Advocates for Community Transformation

We were thrilled to be hosting this event again this year! What an awesome organization. ACT (Advocates for Community Transformation) is a new model of ministry that uses the justice system to empower inner city residents to fight crime on their street, while sharing with them the hope of the gospel.

Ryan’s Bar Mitzvah

The Empire Room looked like it’s ready for some football!! Mazel Tov on your Bar Mitzvah Ryan! It was a lovely evening with you.

D CEO Corporate Council Awards

The Empire Room was proud to host the D CEO Corporate Council Awards. The Corporate Counsel Awards program, now in its eighth year, honors outstanding in-house attorneys in the North Texas region.

Dallas Builders Association

The Empire Room, and Gil’s Elegant Catering were proud to host the Dallas Builders Association with special guest Emerald City! It was a fantastic event and we’d do it again in a heart beat.

Corporate Party Decor Inspiration

December 20, 2017

The task of decorating a corporate event party is monumental – but don’t stress out. We consulted the experts to bring you some corporate party ideas to get you started.

Theme

First come up with a theme and color palette for your party. Then everything will follow your that.

Grab bags

Everyone loves getting designed collateral. Create personalized grab bags filled with goodies for your guests. It can include a name tag, something to write on and with, a business card, and more. Make sure the items are quality and not random. No one wants a personalized flashlight or eraser.

Drapery and Mood Lighting

Ceiling and wall drapery make a room feel personalized and welcoming. It also helps soften the room. We suggest using light drapery if you want to use mood lightning as it bounces off the drapery better.

Tablescapes

Start by deciding what your centerpiece will look like and work from there. Will it have florals, candles, table numbers, etc? Then decide on the type of place setting you will have. This is normally determined by your menu. Ask yourself, will you have a menu card, a personalized name card on their plate, or will you only have a cup, wine glass, and a dessert plate?

Hopefully these suggestions and questions have given you inspiration for your next corporate event party.

Holiday Inspired Wedding Favors

December 15, 2017

Here are a few holiday inspired wedding favors for you Dallas wedding.

Layered Hot Cocoa Kit

You can’t go wrong with this classic trend. Giving guests your personal hot cocoa recipe is always a treat. To make yours different add a mini candy cane or cinnamon stick as a stir stick.

Monogrammed Blanket

These favors are always a warm welcome for the cold holiday season. Personalize them with you and your fiancé’s initials. Set up a station where people can pick them up or set them on each of the chairs at your ceremony so they can start using them right away.

Pine Saplings

This is one we haven’t seen before. Give your guests a little Christmas tree sapling to put in their homes. They could even serve double-duty as escort cards and party favors. We think this one will be a huge hit this year with guests.

Hand-warmers

Your guests will thank you on your wedding day for these hand-warmers. We suggest monogramming them or getting them in a festive print.

Ornaments

Make personalized ornaments to go on your guest’s trees this year. It could have your initials or it be a clear glass ball with a photo of your and your fiancé inside. The possibilities are endless

Downtown Dallas Holiday Events

December 5, 2017

Downtown Dallas Holiday Events | Downtown Dallas Venue

There’s so much going on this holiday season. Here are some of the things happening in downtown Dallas that we highly recommend doing.

Neiman Marcus Holiday Display Windows

High-end retailer Neiman Marcus displays holiday windows at its Downtown flagship store.

December 5th-30th, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm at Neiman Marcus Flagship Store. Free.

Polyphonic Spree’s 15th Annual Christmas Extravaganza

Dallas’ Polyphonic Spree hosts the 15th annual Christmas Extravaganza at Majestic Theatre.

December 9th, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm at The Majestic Theatre.

The Colors of Christmas

Hosted by Grammy Award winner Peabo Bryson, hear a stellar collection of R&B and soul artists deliver the sounds of the holiday season.

December 17 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm at The Majestic Theatre. Admission $49 – $129.

Holly Jolly Holidays at Reunion Tower

‘Tis the season to be jolly. Santa and his elves are spreading holiday cheer with weekly trips to the GeO-Deck. Guests can enjoy photos with Santa, a kid’s craft and tasty treats from Cloud Nine Café!

Dec 9th – Dec 23rd at the Reunion Tower GeODeck 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Adults $17 | Seniors (65+) $14 | Youth (4-12) $8

Unbranded 2017

Unbranded 2017 will be located in the historic Dallas Power & Light Building at 1508 Commerce Street and will be open for business Thursdays through Saturdays from November 30 through December 16. Each week, there’ll be eight participating vendors, in addition to free gift wrapping, Wi-Fi, coffee, drinks, and more. Beyond its walls, Downtown Dallas, Inc. will be running their annual Wanderland programming, including movie nights, live music, holiday decoration demos and classes, lights and decor around Downtown, and more.

Dec 7th – Dec 16th at the Dallas Power & Light Building.

Downtown Wanderland

The holidays begin Downtown with Downtown Wanderland, season-long programming featuring rotating pop up shops, Park-it Pop-Ups, Photos with Santa and more! Throughout the season, Downtown Dallas will be adorned with holiday lights and décor. Wander through Downtown and explore all there is to see and do.

Dec 7th – Dec 16th in Downtown Dallas. 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

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