Company Picnic Portland

Company Picnics Portland

Company Picnics only come around once a year. Make this year’s picnic something your co-workers will remember. When it comes to company picnics Encore NW is Paramount.

Company Picnic Portland

Company Picnic Portland

Encore NW is a full service company. Our clientele spans from some of the worlds top fortune 500 companies to your average individual. Our services offered include event management, event rentals, staffing, and much more! We work to be the best in the business, which is why we are. Not only is our client list impressive, but our service, reliability, and customer satisfaction goes unmatched.

Encore NW can help you with company picnic games, obstacle courses, relay races, entertainment. We can design your event site layout, providing tents, tables, chairs, and much more event rentals.

Company picnics need food as well. As a city Portland has great food. Encore NW Portland offers tons of great company picnic catering options, concessions, and BBQ rentals. We help with buffet catering, fine dining, cocktail parties, and much more. We work with you to create the best menu for your guests. We are able to customize or personalize anything your could possibly desire.

Need help finding a venue?

Check out out Portland Venue Guide.

Our Service areas include:

* Albany * Ashland * Astoria *Beaverton * Bend * Boring * Canby *Cannon Beach *
* Coos Bay * Corvallis *  Creswell* Dallas * Eugene * Florence *Gearhart *
* Gleneden Beach * Grant County *Gresham * Happy Valley * Hillsboro *
* Hood River & the Columbia River Gorge * Jacksonville * Keizer * Lake Oswego *
* Lebanon * Lincoln City * McMinnville* Medford * Milwaukie * Mt Hood* Neotsu *
* Newberg * North Bend * Oregon City* Pacific City * Pendleton * Portland *
* Redmond * Salem * Seaside * Shady Cove * Silverton * Sisters * Tigard *
* Tillamook * Troutdale * Waldport *Warrenton * Yachats *

Have any questions about planning a Company Picnic?

Give Encore NW a Call at (888) 952- 4811


Food Ideas for Company Picnics

Summer is coming and it is time to start planning your company picnic. First thing is first, you want to pick out what type of food to serve at your picnic. However there are a few decisions you are going to have to make about your picnic before you can choose a menu.

Company Picnic Food

Food Ideas For Company Picnics

What time of day will it be held? If it is starting in the morning you will need to make sure to not only supply breakfast but snacks as well.

How long is your company picnic going to last? If it is going to be an all day affair you will have to supply either copious amounts of food or multiple meals.

Will you be serving alcohol? You need to be careful when serving alcohol. One too many drinks can turn a lovely company picnic into a disaster. However if that is not that case then make sure to supply plenty of water and carbohydrates.

Stay within budget

When planning at event for lots of people the cost of food can add up very quickly depending on the choices you make.  At first having grilled salmon may sound great, but try feeding that to 200 plus co-workers. Picnic’s typically consist of your standard burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, and so on. But staying within budget doesn’t mean you have to conform to the norm. Here are a few inexpensive food options that serve well for tons of people.

  • Ratatouille with feta
  • macaroni and potato salad
  • biscuits
  • fried chicken
  • Greek orzo
  • grilled shrimp
  • glazed ham
  • honey beans
  • tuna salad
  • beet salad
  • Pesto chicken pasta
  • the list goes on!

Keep it Simple

When serving a lot of people there will be a lot of opinions, likes, and dislikes about the food. It is impossible to cater to everyone’s taste. So make sure to offer an option for the pickiest of eaters.  Also don’t forget to supply and option for vegetarians or vegans!


Need help planning your company picnic?

Give Encore NW a call at (888) 952-4811

Picnic Games and Ideas

Company Picnic Games and ideas for picnic entertainment for all ages.

Picnic Games in Portland, Seattle, Scottsdale, Phoenix, Sacramento, Redding, San Jose, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Reno, and beyond.  Your company picnic entertainment selection has never been better!

Picnic Game Ideas for all types of company events and parties.

Encore NW Company Picnic Planners serve corporate clients hosting picnic, holiday party, and employee appreciation events.  We work regularly with groups of 10ppl up to some of the United States leading banks, corporations, and Fortune 500 companies offering large event solutions for crowds in excess of 50,000 ppl.

We are extremely familiar with what is and is not successful at corporate events.  We know what it takes to plan for a successful gathering and we have the infrastructure to support the needs of any sized special event.

We are here to help with all your planning needs.

As the picture above suggests- we know company picnic games and entertainment in and out.  We offer the best selection on the west coast.

Here are just a few entertaining ideas for your event:

Live Entertainment

We always recommend hiring live entertainment for corporate events.  Professional entertainers and performers can transform the atmosphere and make any event a more enjoyable experience.  We can offer all kinds of entertainment solutions for special events.

  • DJ’s, Hosts, Emcees
  • Live Bands and Music
  • Picnic Game Hosts
  • Clowns, Face Painters, Balloon Twisters & More.
  • Variety Acts

A DJ is a great addition because music adds to any event.  The element of music makes for a more enjoyable and upbeat atmosphere.  DJ’s can also run a number of classic picnic games and activities which can be a huge advantage when you have a large crowd.  In addition the microphone and PA system offer a great way to address large groups and get them involved.  Clowns, Picnic Game Hosts, and other entertainers can also run all kinds of picnic activities.

Picnic Games For all sizes of events!

We offer all kinds of game and entertainment ideas for special events.

Company Picnic Classics

These are the classic picnic games and activities that have been utilized at corporate events, field day events and other gatherings.

  • Tug-O-War
  • Gunny Sack races
  • Relay Races
  • Egg-Spoon Relay
  • Three Legged Race
  • AND MORE!

These activities have proven successful for all types of crowds, for all types of ages, for years.

PICNIC GAMES AND INFLATABLE IDEAS!

Inflatable games have long been utilized for special events of all types.  We can offer all kinds of them to entertain any group.

Velro Wall, Bungee Run, Obstacle Courses, Sumo Wrestling, Inflatable Slides, Bounce Houses, and more.  Our inflatable selection is unmatched- and we are proud to offer inflatables that will be successful to fit any theme with enough selection to serve any crowd.

Carnival Games and Carnival Activities

There is nothing more festive than a carnival midway.  This type of area captures the true feeling of the American festival and is in a sense a great little piece of Americana.  The carnival has been used to entertain groups of people at all kinds of gatherings for hundreds of years.  At EncoreNW – we bring the carnival into the realm of the corporate picnic and create custom activities that both support your company branding and identity, as well as give that true feeling of bliss which can only be achieved at a classic carnival.

We have everything needed- from games to booths, carnival prizes and concessions, everything to make a full fledged carnival midway at your picnic.  We also have the creative team and development abilities to custom create carnival games and activities to meet the specifications and needs of every client.

Carnival Rides, Climbing Walls, and more!

Our game and entertainment selection also encompasses rock climbing walls, bungee trampolines, and more.   We also have ferris wheels, spin rides, swing rides, and all kinds of other fun attractions which are perfect for large groups.  In addition when the crowds are really large- we can bring in multiple rock walls, multiple bungee trampolines, and multiple games activities and entertainment items to your special event.

At Encore NW we are happy to work with any company picnic or special event planner who is interested in providing the best entertainment, the best game selection, and the best picnic ideas around.  In addition we can assist you with all kinds of other picnic planning nitty gritty (our event production abilities are limitless.)

Company Picnic Phoenix

Company Picnic Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix company picnic provider- planning, administrating, and executing the best company picnics anywhere in the metro area.

Phoenix Company Picnic Planning

A company picnic is an event which takes careful planning and management in order to get the best results.  At EncoreNW- we plan, manage, administrate, and facilitate company picnics and other corporate events for companies of all sizes.

Company Picnic Planners

Company Picnic Planners

No matter what size your group- if you are planning for 50ppl or 50,000 ppl- The event planners at EncoreNW can help.  We are well versed and fully capable of providing all your needs for any special event.

Our company picnic planners will provide you with the best picnic planning and management services available- they can help with everything from catering to event rentals, to picnic games and entertainment, and can even facilitate the set up, tear down, and clean up of your event.  If you are planning a picnic and need some ideas for your phoenix company picnic – then let us know and we are happy to help!

Company Picnic Catering in Phoenix

Deluxe Picnic BBQ

Phoenix Company Picnic BBQ

When it comes to catering for your picnic- at Encore NW we have all the bases covered.

From classic picnic BBQ, Delicious salads, sweets, and a limitless selection of food service items- we can help.  For smaller events with a simple catering set up, we can help. For larger events where different foods need to be available for different groups- we can create and manage many different menu items, cooking, and service areas at once.   Our culinary network offers all kinds of solutions to all kinds of food service needs.

Phoenix company picnic rentals

We offer company picnic rental management and fulfillment services to help with all aspects of your picnic rental needs.  Whether you need a tug o war rope, a grill to cook on, portable sanitation units, picnic service items, charter transportation, or any event service for your picnic – we can help.  Our rental division holds a large resource of Tents, Tables, Chairs, picnic tables, umbrellas, and all kinds of other services for special events.

Earthball Games

Earthball Games

Phoenix area company picnic entertainment services.

Our entertainment planning and management services also offers a limitless selection of picnic games and event services.  From jugglers to clowns, to stage shows, bands, singers, and more- if you want the best picnic entertainment packages, count on Encore NW.  We also have the largest selection of designer inflatable attractions and entertainment items available in the phoenix area at our disposal.

1st class entertainment and management for your Phoenix company picnic is only a phone call away.

If you are looking to get the best company picnic you can in the Phoenix area, then place your bets on EncoreNW – we will do everything to make sure your special event goes off without a hitch.

Company Picnic Ideas

Planning the company picnic, and need some ideas on where to start?  Encore NW can help!

The company picnic is a vitally important to a company’s internal relations.  Creating a family atmosphere in the workplace builds long term employees and long term success.

Company Picnic Ideas

If you are planning the company picnic and need some ideas on where to start, what to do, we are happy to be your solution!  The event planning professionals at Encore NW have your company picnic planning needs covered.

Company Picnic – Catering Ideas

Your company picnic can be a great place to offer fun foods – and is really a great place for having a blank slate as far as food goes…  The sky is really the limit- we ahve arranged everything from burgers, and the traditional picnic fare, to all kinds of BBQ, Clambakes, steaks, and a number of other great options for guests!  We have even arranged fully staffed and served gourmet picnic dinners.   Our catering options are limitless- so we can arrange anything for the picnic that comes to mind.  One thing to remember when planning food for the company picnic is that encouraging your staff to eat well will result in a healthier workforce.

Company Picnic -  Entertainment Ideas

There are all kinds of great company picnic entertainment options.  When it comes to booking live acts and entertainment we have some of the best entertainers you can find!  We offer all kinds of great bands which are well seasoned at company picnics and other gatherings.

Rock Bands – Cover Bands – Country Bands – and MORE!

We also have a full selection of stage and walk around entertainers like magicians, clowns for balloon animals, face painters, jugglers, stilt walkers, and a whole host of other performers for your company picnic!

Company Picnic – Game Ideas

The games available to company picnic planners are endless- from the standard classic entertaining field games, to more elaborate and inventive interactive games, carnival games, and even hundreds of great inflatable games.

When it comes to arranging company picnic games- Encore NW has a huge amount of great options!  We are the number one source for company picnic ideas and entertainment solutions.

Company Picnic Location Ideas

Ever heard the phrase “Location, Location, Location” or how about the one “Location is everything”?

In the case of planning a company picnic, selecting the perfect location can be a big factor which affects your attendance- so as a picnic planner, choose a place that is easy to get to, or make sure that your guests have ample directions.  In some cases when the picnic location is far away, we have arranged transportation for guests all the way to the company picnic site.

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