Entertain sophisticated audiences with the right event space and planning choices.
In the world of luxury events, 2025 is poised to be a year of innovation, personalization, and unparalleled experiences. Luxury event planning is about more than checking off boxes that meet the minimum promises of a ticket or invitation. What elevates a party, gala, ball, or corporate event into a luxury event is the sense that every detail has been thought of to create an unbroken atmosphere of enjoyment and comfort.
Every event has a budget, but at a luxury event, attendees need to feel as if no expense has been spared. This illusion can be fulfilled by thinking about the touches of sophistication that elevate an experience from ordinary to extraordinary.
Choose a Luxury Event Venue.
As a luxury event venue, it may seem obvious that we are starting with this point. However, there is truly no such thing as a luxury event held at a generic venue that lacks character. Elevate your event by seeking venues with unique architectural features, state-of-the-art technology, exceptional service and amenities, and customizable spaces.
At venues like The Astorian, you’ll find sophisticated interior design, great views, plenty of room, modern furnishings, and event staff who are knowledgeable about current trends in event planning. You simply can’t find this at venues that are not made to host luxury events.
Create a Content-Friendly but Elegant Space
In today’s social media-driven world, it’s essential to create an event space that’s visually appealing and encourages guests to capture and share their experiences. For a luxury event, focus on getting your guests the content they want naturally.
Use the luxury event venue’s natural backdrops, like the vintage clock we have at The Astorian, with its intricate details and timeless elegance to create limited-time photo opportunities that are less prom picture, and more Vogue.
Top Tier Food
Attendees at luxury events have discerning palettes, and they expect food that they would eat at their favorite restaurants. Partner with your event venue to provide in-house catering that is top tier in quality, style, and plating. Presentation is key. Each dish should be a work of art, meticulously plated and presented. Plan a menu that is distinct to the theme of your event and makes sense with the evening’s activities.
Emerging trends in luxury event catering include sustainable and locally sourced ingredients and personalized menus such as offering guests a choice of meals or interactive food stations. Remember to keep the presentations innovative using edible bowls or serving on smoking platters.
Luxury events demand more than just background music. At The Astorian, we believe in curating entertainment that captivates. And while music is a key element, luxury entertainment goes beyond the ordinary.
Beyond Background Music
In addition to performances by renowned musicians, consider interactive experiences that will engage your guests. Our versatile event space provides the perfect setting for any type of entertainment. From aerialists and acrobats to cultural performers, caricature artists, and photo booths, the options are limitless. Consider a virtual reality experience that transports guests straight to another world.
Choosing entertainment that compliments the overall tone is crucial for a successful luxury event. Guests will delight in the opportunity to mingle, but you need to help them by adding excitement to the hours they join your event.
Give Them More
Luxury events are about more than just giving people something to do, they’re about creating unique, memorable experiences that outshine other events in every way.
Focus on choices that you would choose to impress the most elegant people you know, and prioritize the venue, atmosphere, food, and entertainment when you decide where to spend your budget.
If The Astorian looks like a great fit for your next luxury event, we would love to help! Reach out to us today to get started.
