We’ve all been to an event that we’ll simply never forget – for all the wrong reasons.
A boring graduation ceremony, a lacklustre awards night, a tedious conference – these events tend to go south when there’s not enough engagement or interaction happening.
So, how can we avoid a boring in-person event and aim for something that every attendee will remember positively?
At AVisual Productions, we’re experts at achieving just that. Let’s get into some of the key strategies to spark interaction at in-person events:
Make it competitive
Instead of relaying facts and information at your conference or event – turn it into something that your audience members can compete over. Make a quiz on the information you’re about to relay, and have audience members log in on their phones so that everyone can compete (there are myriad websites that facilitate this). You ask a question, audience members answer it, and then the correct answer is revealed and the scoreboard is displayed.
Not only will this make your in-person event more interactive, but it will also lead to better information retention. Numerous studies show that information in quiz format is better retained than when it’s relayed orally.
QR codes
Having QR codes with links to useful information is another key way to spark interaction at in-person events. In the old days, attendees would have to type in websites manually to find them… a time-consuming drag which we’d find unimaginable now, right? QR codes make this process instant, and encourage attendees to get involved.
Scavenger hunt
The scavenger hunt – a great activity to get teams working together and break the ice amongst people who’ve never met before! Scavenger hunts are quick and easy to organise and are best done right at the start of your in-person event.
Scavenger hunts use your event location to get teams working together, to complete all items on a list. For example, one item to tick off may be to find the average age of your team, or to estimate how many metres there are from the carpark to the bathroom. These simple tasks get participants engaged right from the start.
Use audio-visual techniques
Employing some high-tech audio-visual equipment for your event will certainly make it more interactive. From LED display walls to state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, AV techniques can help your event stand out to attendees.
Don’t risk a boring event – make it one to remember by getting AVisual Productions on board. We’re one of Australia’s leading teams in audio-visual, event productions, tech installation and a whole lot more, servicing the East Coast regions of Sydney, Canberra, Newcastle and everywhere in between. From gala awards nights to video conferencing, we’re specialists in producing all kinds of different events. Get in touch with our team to learn more and to book us in today.
