Posts Tagged ‘Alabama’

“Scream for the Arts” Raises Funds for Fine Arts Program!

Friday, October 30th, 2009
Showtime Events worked on a terrifying haunted house fundraiser held exclusively at The Wharf. The weather man has no explanation for the chill in the air this October!

Sppoky Tree with Highlight

ENTER IF YOU DARE!

Our event specialists have created a spooky setting making this event truly haunting! Lighting effects enhance the eerie atmosphere, creating simply hair-raising effects. Talented actors from the Gulf Coast High School  and Orange Beach Elementary Drama Clubs bring the space alive with ghouls, goblins, and blood thirsty creatures!

Ghoul: DO NOT DISTURB!

Ghoul: DO NOT DISTURB!

Locked up for eleven months of the year, this month you can only wish the spirits of the night were just the ones found in a glass! The time  draws  near for the veil to the mortal realm to become thin

There’s still time to take a trip through our Haunted House into the bayous and beyond! Experience what really happens to the pirates and scoundrels after scorning  the light to exist in the shadows!

All proceeds benefit the Gulf Coast High School Fine Arts Program. Help us bring imagination, culture, and excitement to the children!

Where: The Wharf in Orange Beach, Alabama
When: October 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30 & 31
6:00pm - 8:00pm Spooky Family Fun (All Ages)
8:00pm - 10:00pm Spine Tingling Scary (Not for small children)
Admission - $4
Tickets can be purchased at the Ferris Wheel Ticket Office

Watch out for sneaky pirates!

Watch out for sneaky pirates!


Raleigh Wide Open Celebrates the New Downtown City Plaza

Monday, October 26th, 2009

Downtown Raleigh, NC  celebrated the completion of Fayetteville St. ’s renovation Saturday, October 24th with the fourth annual Raleigh Wide Open event!  The long-awaited renovations culminated in the unveiling of the new City Plaza.3

Showtime Events was thrilled to be involved in this annual event and was hired to provide our signature Ice Magic acrylic LED bars for the VIP invite only party held inside (and outside on the decks) the Raleigh Convention Center. The goal was to wow all the guests in attendance  with our custom lit bar and table options !

A parade opened the festivities, which included hundreds of food and art vendors, beer/wine tents, street performers, a kids zone, fireworks, and over twenty musical artists.  A great time was had by all!

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Southern Bridal Expo!

Friday, September 4th, 2009

Sunday, August 3oth was a BIG day in Birmingham, Alabama as the long-awaited Southern Bridal Expo  (produced by Elite Events) energized the entire region! The exclusive event featured Showtime Events as one of 70-80 companies with booths exhibiting at the show. Over 700 brides had preregistered to attend.

Showtime Events BoothWith only 2 wedding shows a year in the region the excitement shared by all in attendance (vendors and guests) was high! Approx. 2,000 brides, grooms, and helpers eagerly walked the show floor meeting with vendors, taking pictures, and gathering everything for their upcoming weddings.

Booth representatives were eager to discuss gowns, catering, photography, lighting, decor and venues with the happy brides. In addition major department stores  Belk and JCPenney’s were on site to assist in  gift registry.

The stimulated crowd  swarmed Showtime’s booth which featured stunning light displays and an elegant Austrian swag backdrop.  An Airstar balloon was raised high above the booth and could be seen from all corners of the Expo. On the balloon was The Wharf logo. The Wharf is the Gulf Coast’s most exciting and new hot spot for spectacular weddings, as well as other social and corporate events. With multiple indoor and outdoor locations for events (including a brand new state of the art convention center), The Wharf is an unmatched special events location!

Showtime Events booth also featured an Ice Magic acrylic LED bar, acrylic LED cocktail and sweetheart tables, and incredible place settings. The Showtime Events staff gave away a gift basket filled with gift certificates and products  from Wharf merchants. A special thank you to the donating organizations: Sand Dollar Lifestyles, Sassy Britches, Go Fish Clothing and Jewelry Company, Shucker’s Oyster Bar, Villagio Grille, RumRunners, Rafter’s Restaurant and Sports Bar, The Dock Store at the Wharf, and Showtime Events.

A fashion show held at the end of the expo filled the crowd with enthusiasm and purpose. It was a fantastic show!

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FAM Tour at The Wharf in Alabama

Monday, June 8th, 2009

The WharfOn Thursday, May 14th 2009  Showtime Events pulled out all the stops to throw an unforgettable party for a premier group of event industry professionals who were invited to Alabama’s Gulf Coast. This 3-day trip was organized by Alabama’s Gulf Coast Convention and Visitor’s Bureau to showcase all the area has to offer. The events culminated at the newly designed water park called The Oasis, which is located at The Wharf in Orange Beach, Alabama.

The Oasis at The Wharf is the best place on the Gulf Coast to spend a day or hold your next corporate or social event. This little corner of paradise features three pools, including a zero-entry pool, lagoon pool, lazy river, waterfalls, spa activity pool area, sandy beaches, sun, palm trees, hammock island, and tiki bar.

The Oasis, Lazy RoverGuests were greeted by a large hand carved sand castle showcasing the logo of The Wharf and a stunning decor and lighting package provided by Showtime Events. Local businesses such as Distinctive Kitchens, Emerald Coast Coffee, Guy Harvey, Live Bait, Rafters, Rum Runners, Tropic Ice & Villaggio’s were all able provide guests with their signature food and beverage specialties.

While at the event, guests were able to receive a 15 minute complimentary spa session provided by the Aveda Fusion Spa Salon, what a hit! Showtime Events also provided the live entertainment for the event and sponsored the prizes for the Crab Racing Game, an incentive game that got everyone on their feet!

Ice Magic BarThe Event Industry Professionals that traveled from Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisana all commented on what a wonderful time they had and how excited they were to bring future groups to The WharfShowtime Events created a memorable evening for everyone who attended the event!