What the 2026 Salary Survey Reveals About Careers in the Live Events Industry

The live events industry continues to evolve, and with it the expectations of both employers and professionals working across the sector.

Echoes of Joy: The Wildest Festivals of 2025

Echoes of Joy: The Wildest Festivals of 2025 From historic town squares to deserts, reefs, and city streets, festivals in 2025 proved that live events are far more than entertainment.

How to Transition from Volunteer to Paid Work in Live Events

Breaking into the live events industry often starts with one word: volunteering.

The Deadly Risks of Fireworks in Enclosed Venues: A Tragic Lesson from Macedonia

Before we go forward with blog, the institute of live events would like to take this opportunity and pay our condolence to all that have lost their lives and those who were injured in this disaster.

The most sustainable concert in the world? Massive Attack’s Act 1.5

In August 2024, Massive Attack, the pioneering trip-hop band from Bristol, orchestrated a groundbreaking event on Clifton Downs: Act 1.5.

The Strategic Rise of Live Nation Entertainment: A Global Powerhouse

Live Nation Entertainment has become a juggernaut in the global live entertainment industry.

Taylor Swift’s “The Eras Tour”: A $2 Billion Spectacle That Redefined the Music Industry

Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour was more than just a concert series; it was a cultural phenomenon.

The Ultimate Guide to Event Lighting Design: Techniques, Trends, and Tips

Lighting design is an art and science that can dramatically transform the ambience and experience of an event.

Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life of an Event Production Team

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to make an event run smoothly?

Why are so many festivals being cancelled in the UK?

It is reported, the UK has approximately 975 festivals in a typical year.