The future of gatherings is here – and the team at Disney Meetings & Events is ready to lead the charge in 2025. This year, we’re bringing you a fresh look at the most exciting trends and opportunities for your next meeting with us. From creative branding opportunities, innovative menu offerings, engaging team building activities, to dynamic general session openers – this year is all about making your event immersive and inspiring.
Trend #1 – Creative Branding
With our creative branding options, your event can be transformed from a simple gathering to an immersive story. PPG, the Official Paint of Walt Disney World® Resort and Disneyland® Resort, recently hosted their 2025 Color of the Year reveal celebration with us. From “paint spills” lining the entrance, to menus inspired by this year’s color palette, their guests were fully immersed into the world of “Purple Basil”. PPG’s Purple Basil was the star of the show at their event, from the moment their guests entered the venue. Event branding doesn’t stop with logo placement – it can be as rich and deep as the linens on the tables to the elegantly curated décor and more.
Trend #2 – Elevated & Sustainable Culinary Experiences
The increased focus on fresh, flavorful, and innovative cuisine in the culinary world has made its impact on what we will continue to see at meetings & events in 2025. What was once a simple buffet or plated course, is now being rethought as an experience – one that can support your meeting’s goals and engagement. Consider incorporating a signature cocktail or mocktail during a reception! By bringing in this social dining trend into the event space, planners can encourage interaction and a sensationalistic experience, sparking connections between guests.
Sustainability also continues to be at the forefront of the culinary, and meeting & events industries as we go into 2025. One way we see this in practice at Disney, is the commitment to responsibly selecting and sourcing seafood to protect the health of the planet for future generations. In fact, in fiscal 2023, our U.S. parks, resorts, and cruise line sourced 96% sustainable seafood! This effort not only aligns with current environmental trends, but will also ensure that your guests enjoy high-quality, eco-friendly options that leave a positive impact on the planet.
Trend #3 – Prioritizing Authentic Connections
In today’s digital age, people are left craving authentic connections that go beyond the screen. That’s where live events – especially those that are intentional about creating space for connecting, come in. At Disney Meetings & Events, we have been hard at work developing dynamic, distinctively Disney, team building & networking sessions for you and your guests. These sessions are designed to increase engagement and retention and focus on delivering a positive return on experience for your meeting. Bolster creativity and bonding through team building event activities inspired by the stories and adventures of Star Wars, Pixar’s “Toy Story” and “Monsters, Inc” and more! Or dive deep into your group’s relationships, with a networking event inspired by Disney’s “Pirates of the Caribbean”. We’ll take standard team building to a whole new level together!
Trend #4 – Dynamic Technology Integration
On the other hand, technology can be a powerful audience engagement tool when used purposefully and dynamically. With Disney Meetings and Events’ set reveal power opener, custom motion graphics fill onstage screens as your audience is prepared to start the session. This opener culminates in a surge of music, color, imagery, and lighting effects that burst from the center as the screens slide open to reveal your speaker! This striking and powerful entrance will draw your audience in and start your conference off with an inspiring and energetic edge.
Our team at Disney Meetings & Events is excited to create magic for you and your attendees at your next gathering. From reimagining how we connect with one another to the culinary experience, your goals are always at the center. Let’s create not just an event, but a transformational experience that motivates and inspires your attendees.
Let’s create magic.