As fun as an award ceremony can be, any event planner can tell you the work that goes behind planning one can be overwhelming. Thankfully, there are ways you can make award ceremony planning easier for yourself while still making the event a night to remember:

Red Carpet. It’s not an award ceremony without a red carpet. Rolling out a red carpet at your venue will help set the stage for your guests and add a touch of glamor to the whole affair. At CrystalView, we’ll help you customize one of our premier rooms or our ballroom however you wish while providing elegant in-house decor options to give your event the allure every award ceremony needs.

• Photographer. Arranging for a professional photographer to take the guests’ pictures as they arrive can make the event more meaningful for everyone attending.

• Emcee. Hiring a professional host or emcee who has experience keeping spirits high while maintaining the flow of the evening can take the burden of entertaining in addition to managing behind the scenes off your shoulders.

• Interactive Displays. Engage your attendees with interactive and/or multimedia displays that showcase the nominees' achievements. At CrystalView, our ballrooms are equipped with state-of-the-art audio and visual systems to create the perfect ambiance, ensuring crisp sound and light displays all night long.

• Live Entertainment. Spice up your award ceremony with live entertainment. Consider hiring a local band, singer or dancers to perform during the event or between award presentations to keep your guests happy and entertained.

• Personalized Awards. More than anything, an award ceremony should feel rewarding for those nominated. Personalizing the trophies or certificates for each person can make the recipients feel valued and appreciated, which can be felt in the office the next day. Taking the effort to go beyond a simple, store-bought ribbon can have a long-lasting impact on the company.

• Audience Involvement. Your guest list will contain significantly more people who aren’t nominated than are, which is why you should try to incorporate everyone in the ceremony. Using interactive polling, unique social media hashtags or Q&A sessions to make attendees a part of the event. You can also integrate games or a silent auction into the night’s festivities to give everyone a break from the ceremony and ensure everyone has a good time.

• Dinner and Drinks. No event is complete without ample and lavish food and drink options. Keep your attendees satiated all night with a mouth-watering menu and attentive caterers. Our reputable vendors will give you dedicated service so everyone feels fed and relaxed.

• Keynote Speaker. Invite a renowned keynote speaker who can speak between categories and inspire and motivate your attendees. Their presence and insights can make your award ceremony all the more impactful.

• After-Party. Finish the night with an after-party where guests can unwind, socialize and celebrate the evening's achievements in the company of fellow attendees.

It All Starts With the Right Venue

You should start planning your award ceremony well in advance to ensure you have ample time to find and book your ideal venue. The grand ballroom, prestige room or signature room at CrystalView are perfect for any grandiose occasion. They provide ample space to fit seats and tables, even for a guest list in the hundreds, while still allowing people to move around freely. Whether it’s an award ceremony, conference or wedding, we’ll transform the space to fit the scene and give your guests a night to remember.

Enjoy Your Award Ceremony in a Gorgeous Event Space in Fairfax, VA That Guests are Sure to Remember

At CrystalView, we’ll work alongside you to keep the ceremony on track and running smoothly. Our team and reputable vendors will assist you with every aspect of your event – from decorations and music to temperature control and complimentary valet. We can also get you in contact with renowned event planners and caterers, giving you access to all the tools and resources you need to make your award ceremony a complete success.

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