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The giant Guess Who for events is the classic deduction game scaled up: large panels with portraits that players cross off while asking yes-or-no questions. It suits companies, families, schools and organisers looking for an activity that works for every age without complicated rules. United Events offers it within its catalogue of giant games for events.Lately, social media has shown celebrations abroad using giant versions of this game with portraits of the guests themselves, and clips of the matches are easy to share. It works for a simple reason: everyone understands the game in ten seconds, laughter is guaranteed and spectators take part as much as players.It is also a great icebreaker. When two people who have never met must ask each other questions to guess a character, conversation starts by itself. It brings people together without forcing it.

Videos of people trying to grab a plush toy with a claw crane have become a viral phenomenon on social media: players sharing their tricks, entire arcades devoted to these machines and thousands of comments cheering them on. The claw machine for events brings that thrill to your celebration. It is a game that is understood in two seconds, appeals to all ages and works for guests and brand customers alike. At United Events we offer it with setup and staff included, so you only have to enjoy the day. Everybody wants one more try, which creates queues, laughter and plenty of content to share.The secret lies in the mix of suspense and skill: the crane moves, the plush almost drops and the crowd reacts live. It is a visual draw that attracts attention from afar and turns any corner of the event into a meeting point.Unlike other attractions, it needs no explanation of rules and no teams. Any guest can play as soon as they arrive, and those waiting for their turn become the audience, keeping the atmosphere lively throughout the event.

A 360 photo booth for events is a rotating platform guests step onto while a camera spins around them and records a slow-motion video, ready to share within seconds. It is ideal for weddings, parties and corporate events, and United Events provides it with equipment, technician and setup included so you can simply enjoy the day.In recent months, videos from this kind of booth have become very common on TikTok and Instagram at events in several countries, and it is easy to see why: every guest becomes the star of a spectacular clip. It is content people want to post on their own, which multiplies the reach of your event without you asking for anything.It also breaks the ice between strangers, draws a crowd of curious guests and leaves a keepsake for attendees far more memorable than a static photo.

Over the past months, several entertainment venues and trade events outside Spain have turned a classic arcade machine into their most shared attraction: a giant claw machine where the prize is a person. The guest straps into a harness, gets lifted over a pit full of gifts, and has to time the grab perfectly before the clock runs out. The result on video is instant — surprised faces, screams, applause: exactly what makes a clip share itself.It's no coincidence this format is taking off now: the games that work on social media are the ones that need no explanation and trigger a real physical reaction in seconds. At United Events we already had this in our catalogue: it's called the Human Claw Machine, and it runs on that exact same mechanic, ready for weddings, corporate events and trade fairs.

Every year the same question lands on HR desks: how do we make sure the Christmas dinner isn't "just another dinner"? The classic cotillion, with its paper hats and streamers, is starting to feel small for teams looking for something different, memorable, and photogenic enough to actually work on social media.That's where the themed casino comes in. A roulette or blackjack table breaks the ice instantly: it mixes departments that don't normally share a table, brings out nervous smiles when someone wins a hand, and creates the kind of spontaneous photos and videos that end up on the company's Instagram without anyone even asking.In this post we'll walk you through which casino tables work best depending on the type of corporate dinner you're planning, and how to combine them for a truly complete night.

Synchronized drone light shows have become the new must-have for weddings and large events. The trend exploded after a tech-focused journalist shared her own wedding online, where this kind of show replaced traditional fireworks, racking up thousands of views and comments.What makes it so appealing is the mix of technology, personalization (shapes, messages and figures drawn in the sky) and that highly 'Instagrammable' factor everyone is chasing right now. It's also quieter and more eco-friendly than classic pyrotechnics, something more couples and planners are prioritizing.

Over the past few weeks, a fairground classic has been going viral on TikTok all over again: people playing giant bowling, dodging real-size pins and filming themselves missing the shot more often than not. The clips keep piling up, shared mostly because of how unexpected it is to see this show up in the middle of an event that has nothing to do with bowling.The interesting part is that the game itself isn't new — what's viral is the context: seeing it appear where nobody expects it, with people having a great time in front of a handful of giant pins.

At a conference or a trade show nobody stops at a stand because of the leaflet. They stop because something is happening: a queue, a leaderboard, laughter, people watching. Conference games exist for exactly that: driving footfall, opening conversation and leaving a memory attached to your brand.At United Events we set up this kind of activation at trade shows and conferences in Barcelona, Madrid and across Spain. These are the 10 games from our catalogue that work best on an exhibition floor: quick to play, easy to understand with no explanation and designed for an audience that rotates all day long.

At United Events we believe corporate events should go beyond a simple get-together. Our aim is to turn every event into a memorable experience, where fun, interaction and team spirit take centre stage.That is exactly what happened at the corporate event we organised for Glovo, where we turned the space into a spectacular arcade-style games and entertainment zone, fully customised with the brand's look.

The main goal of this corporate event in Valencia was to encourage teamwork, motivation and active participation among employees. To do that, we designed an experience built around team competition, combining fairground games, hosting and live shows.The setting was key: circus tents, decorative lighting, music and themed characters created a one-off environment that turned the event into an unforgettable experience.

During the Formula 1 championship, the United Events team ran a spectacular brand activation for Gainbridge, installing two Batak Pro units side by side to create an interactive challenge built on speed, reflexes and competition.The Batak Pro, regarded as one of the best reaction and reflex games for corporate events, let visitors take on a fast-moving challenge: hit the lights as quickly as possible to rack up the highest number of hits within the time limit.

At United Events we are experts in creating original, themed weddings, and last Sunday we put on a spectacular Las Vegas themed Las Vegas wedding at a hotel, combining hosting, entertainment and games to give guests a one-of-a-kind experience.

For many teams, the company Christmas dinner is the only night of the year when everyone gets together outside the office. When it goes well, people talk about it until the summer; when it is just a set menu and a long sit-down, by eleven o'clock half the room is checking their phones. The difference is rarely the restaurant: it is what happens before, during and after the meal.In this guide we bring together practical ideas to liven up your company's Christmas dinner in Barcelona, from a casino night to karaoke or a Christmas photo booth. We also explain how to organise it step by step, when you should book and which factors affect the budget. Everything we suggest is set up by us, with our own team and our own equipment.

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