{"id":3270,"date":"2015-03-19T07:00:33","date_gmt":"2015-03-19T12:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/?p=3270"},"modified":"2015-03-19T07:00:33","modified_gmt":"2015-03-19T12:00:33","slug":"risks-and-advantages-hosting-outdoor-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/03\/risks-and-advantages-hosting-outdoor-events","title":{"rendered":"Risks and Advantages of Hosting Outdoor Events"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Outdoor events can be beautiful experiences.\u00a0When the weather is warm, the birds are singing, and the sun is shining, who wouldn&#8217;t have a giant smile on their face? Even when you&#8217;re looking at the event pictures afterwards, you can feel the upbeat atmosphere exuding from them. And contrary to popular belief, outdoor events can still be enjoyable in the winter&#8230; so long as everyone is dressed appropriately!<\/p>\n<p>Preparing for an outdoor event is slightly different than ones held indoors. And with the modified planning process, there are also different risks and advantages. If you&#8217;re a newbie at planning events outside, don&#8217;t worry! We&#8217;re going to take you through all the risks and rewards of hosting an event outside!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/03\/risks-and-advantages-hosting-outdoor-events\/#The_advantages_of_outdoor_events\" >The advantages of outdoor events<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/03\/risks-and-advantages-hosting-outdoor-events\/#The_risks_of_outdoor_events\" >The risks of outdoor events<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/03\/risks-and-advantages-hosting-outdoor-events\/#Make_informed_decisions\" >Make informed decisions!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_advantages_of_outdoor_events\"><\/span>The advantages of outdoor events<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You\u2019ve probably seen gorgeous pictures of <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2014\/12\/top-5-favorite-wedding-destinations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">destination wedding receptions<\/a> on beaches with white sand and azure surf. Even on a smaller scale, birthday party picnics in colorful gardens or anniversary dinners on cobblestone patios look like joyous experiences. This is all due, in part, to their outdoor locale! There&#8217;s no doubt that outdoor events can be some of the most memorable for guests. But for wedding and event planning professionals, these events have several appealing elements as well.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3277 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Outdoor-Wedding-Reception.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding and event planning courses teach student planners the advantages of outdoor weddings\" width=\"738\" height=\"462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Outdoor-Wedding-Reception.jpg 738w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Outdoor-Wedding-Reception-300x188.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"highlight\">Enjoy the weather and the season:<\/h3>\n<p>Everyone loves taking advantage of good weather, so incorporating the outdoors into an event can be a great way to enhance a celebration. Who wants to be in a stuffy banquet hall when there&#8217;s a cool breeze and sunshine outside? And we&#8217;re willing to bet that your clients <em>and<\/em> their guests probably love attending outdoor events as much as you do.<\/p>\n<p>Even in colder months, outdoor events give people an excuse to enjoy the crisp air and colorful autumn leaves. People can take a break from their normal routine to enjoy a brisk, autumn walk or a snowy sleigh ride through the forest. People don&#8217;t always make time for themselves, so giving them these opportunities can make a special occasion extra special!<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"highlight\">Enjoy the space:<\/h3>\n<p>Taking advantage of the space that outdoor venues provide can be both practical and fun. <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2016\/06\/conquering-seating-plan-part\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Organizing seating charts<\/a> or floor plans for large parties indoors can be tricky when working with quirky spaces and odd layouts. With outdoor events, you\u2019re often working with a blank canvas.\u00a0You can plan the seating, tables, podiums, and mingling areas where you see fit. <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2018\/04\/accommodating-children-weddings-parties\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Children<\/a> have space to run and play, and guests are less confined to one small area. Depending on the space, working in an outdoor area can be far less limiting logistically compared to working within four solid walls.<\/p>\n<div class=\"column-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"half-1\">\n<h3 class=\"highlight\">Enjoy the natural scenery:<\/h3>\n<p>Scenic outdoor venues can decrease the amount of event decor needed to make the space look aesthetically pleasing. A bare bones warehouse would require hiring a large decorating team to liven it up. But a country garden will likely need less altering because of its naturally beautiful scenery.\u00a0But just because an event is held outside doesn&#8217;t mean that it can only be nature themed. You can use as much or as little of your surroundings as you&#8217;d like.<\/p>\n<p>You could take flowers that are already growing nearby for centerpieces or hang fairy lights on the branches of trees to create a magical grove. You may also prefer to take the less invasive strategy and make use of the abundant natural lighting.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"half-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3274 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Outdoor-Forest-Wedding-Venue.jpg\" alt=\"Hosting outdoor events in a forested wedding venue\" width=\"369\" height=\"438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Outdoor-Forest-Wedding-Venue.jpg 369w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Outdoor-Forest-Wedding-Venue-253x300.jpg 253w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 369px) 100vw, 369px\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_risks_of_outdoor_events\"><\/span>The risks of outdoor events<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>From your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/online-event-courses\/event-and-wedding-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">event and wedding planning course<\/a>, you&#8217;ve probably learned all about the uncontrollable factors that can wreak havoc on your plans. Planning for possible complications is a must! And even if you&#8217;ve never developed a formal contingency plan before, you&#8217;ve probably had some sort of backup plan in case something goes awry. No matter how much you plan in advance, you can never truly avoid all issues or complications. Your clients are paying you, the professional, to anticipate unexpected issues and to fix it ASAP if they do arise.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"highlight\">Weather:<\/h3>\n<div class=\"column-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"half-1\">\n<p>You can never truly predict what the weather will be like. Especially for events that are planned months (or years) in advance! The possibility of unforeseen changes in weather is always present during outdoor events. You can find some comfort when checking the weather the week before, but there&#8217;s no guarantee that the sunny skies won&#8217;t suddenly be hidden by a dark, thundering storm.<\/p>\n<p>Your best strategy for dealing with weather is anticipating every feasible outcome and having a plan. Whether it be providing everyone with umbrellas or having a massive tent set up, do your due diligence. Bad weather doesn\u2019t have to ruin your event, but it certainly might if you haven\u2019t planned a way to keep the party going, rain or shine.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"half-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3283 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Rain-on-Wedding-.png\" alt=\"The wedding must go on whether it's rain or shine so come prepared as a professional wedding planner\" width=\"369\" height=\"356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Rain-on-Wedding-.png 369w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Rain-on-Wedding--300x289.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 369px) 100vw, 369px\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"highlight\">Equipment failure:<\/h3>\n<p>You will rarely organize an outdoor event that doesn\u2019t require some type of seating and electrical equipment. Ensure the venue has backup generators or toting your own extension cords or projectors is never a bad idea.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re on your toes about planning for unexpected weather, you might also be dealing with the set up and take down of tents. You&#8217;ll have to have the material resources and manpower to ensure it&#8217;s all done quietly before guests start milling about the grounds. These tents also involve some risk. Structures that aren\u2019t installed properly can become unstable or unsafe and electrical systems can fail. You should prepare contingency plans for how to handle these risks if they become reality, particularly where peoples\u2019 safety is involved.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3280 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Outdoor-Tent-Event.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor events doesn't mean there isn't any cover from the elements\" width=\"738\" height=\"352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Outdoor-Tent-Event.jpg 738w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/Outdoor-Tent-Event-300x143.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"highlight\">The uncontrollable outdoors:<\/h3>\n<p>There are hundreds of factors during outdoor events that are simply not within your control. Once again, there are some things that you can prepare for and some things that you\u2019ll just have to deal with as they arise. Before the event, think of each possible risk or issue, no matter how small, that could arise in your outdoor scenario. Account for things like bugs, sun burns or frost bite (depending on the season), allergies, stings, or even tripping hazards!<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t stress unnecessarily about every little \u2018what if\u2019 situation, but it definitely pays to think ahead. Is it something that you or your guests might feasibly encounter in that outdoor scenario? Will is cause problems if it happens? Then you should prepare for it! Once you&#8217;ve outlined all possible complications, it&#8217;ll be easier for any outdoor event you plan moving forward.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_informed_decisions\"><\/span>Make informed decisions!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Don&#8217;t let the risk of complications stop you from organizing beautiful outdoor events. But also never assume that an outdoor event is <em>guaranteed<\/em> to happen smoothly. Being prepared means doing everything you can to <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2018\/05\/9-disasters-all-wedding-and-event-planning-schools-should-prepare-you-for\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">stack the odds against disaster<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>What are the most important risks and advantages you consider when planning or hosting an outdoor event?<\/p>\n<h3 align=\"center\"><i>Thinking about going full throttle with destination wedding planning? Check out QC&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/online-event-courses\/destination-wedding-planning-specialization\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Destination Wedding Planning specialization course<\/a>!<\/i><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Trying to decide on your next event&#8217;s venue? With the warmer seasons ahead, you&#8217;re probably considering an outdoor event! 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