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

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.

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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?

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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

Company picnics are the perfect way to show employees your appreciation. A successful company picnic will result in giving your employees and their families something to look forward to all year long and talk about for months after.  They will truly cherish the time and energy you put into making the best company picnic possible.

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

Encore NW is here to make it easy for you.  After working with some of the United States leading banks, corporations, fortune 500 companies, and some of the biggest names in the world, we know everything there is to know about making the most epic company picnic desirable. Working with crowds of 50ppl to those over 50,000, our company picnic planners are here to serve you.

We know the ins and outs and have see the ups and downs of every kind of corporate event. Trust us, we’ve been there.

We have all the tents, tables, chairs, power, and site infrastructure needs covered.  Our inventory of equipment, knowledgeable planners, and engaging passion for party planning and special events will all be huge assets to your upcoming celebration.

To give you a better grasp of what we can offer, here are a few ideas to play around with.

Creating a specific theme for your picnic:

• Pirate theme
• Fourth of July Theme
• Wipe Out Theme
• Medeval Theme
• Wild West Theme
• Mardi Gras Theme
• James Bond theme
• And More!

Incorporate Live entertainment:

• Live Music; DJ, live bands, karaoke, hosts, MC’s
• Live entertainers: clowns, face painters,  jugglers, flame blows, stilt walkers, balloon artist, caricature artists
• Live acts; hypnotist, magician, comedians

Live acts create an ambiance; setting the tone and mood of your picnic. DJ’s  and live bands add music to create an entertaining atmosphere for your guests and employees. DJ’s also make great hosts or announcers for your picnic. Live entertainers also serve as great game or competition leaders because you mustn’t forget to incorporate classic picnic games into your event.

Classic Picnic Games such as tug-a-war, three legged race, sack races, egg-spoon race, and so on, have been hits at picnics for generations. However you can also make your company picnic more contemporary by adding in new and exciting attractions!

Including Contemporary Attractions:

• Slip and slides
• Photo booths
• Cash Cubes
• Bounce Houses
• Video Game Trailers
• Obstacle Courses
• Inflatable Movie Screens
• Laser Tag
• Foam Pits
• Mini Golf Courses
• Rock Climbing Walls
• Mechanical Bulls
• And More!

These new and contemporary attractions are what turn an ordinary company picnic into something spectacular. Making your company picnic the event of the year and putting others to shame. Your employees will line up again and again to visit each of these attractions gaurenteed.

Lets not forget concessions and fun foods:

• Cotton Candy Machines
• Hot Dog Machines
• Popcorn Machines
• Snow Cones
• Nacho Machines
• Or anything you can imagine!

Don’t forget about feeding those employees who have been working so hard for you all year round. Send your employees and their families home satisfied with the buzz of picnic and carnival food they rarely get to eat. Who can say no to hot dogs and cotton candy? But don’t think the options end there. You name it and we can provide it for you. Remember, we are here to serve you. Would you like an all organic picnic? Or vegetarian and vegan friendly options? We can easily accommodate it. We’ve been doing it for years.

Encore NW is the most expansive event planning, management, and party rental company around.  Don’t have time to plan your picnic? We can provide you with the best event planners anywhere around. We are happy to help you with any of your company picnic needs and desires.

Give us a call at (888) 952-4811

• Serving Portland, Seattle, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Sacramento, Las Vegas, Reno, and Beyond!

We specialize in company picnic events with more than 500 guests

When it comes to planning and managing your next company picnic – We at Encore NW have all the details under control.  At Encore NW Event planning, our experienced company picnic planners can put together all the aspects of your event, so you are completely hands off.  We can create a custom proposal to meet your needs, and manage all the details so that you can just enjoy the event with your colleagues and their families!

Here are just a few of the services we provide:

Company Picnic Catering – From the standard picnic foods like hot dogs, hamburgers, potato salad, macaroni salad, chips, dip, and delicious cookies, to more custom menus with delicious BBQ catering options, and a whole lot more- we can manage all aspects of your company picnic catering needs!

Picnic Games and Entertainment – Our selection of picnic games, entertainment, and professional event entertainment solutions is incomparable.  We have en endless amount of resources available for special event planners of all shapes and sizes.  From bounce houses, to inflatable slides, rock walls, and more- we are here to help.  We also have professional clowns, face painters, and balloon artists, game leaders, and professional DJ’s to provide the best entertainment you will find.

Company Picnic/Party Rentals – We can help you with all your event rental needs.  From tents, to tables, chairs, and much more… Our Party rental and event services inventory is chock full of all kinds of party rental items for company picnics and other special events.

Our professional company picnic planners can assist you with venue selection, arranging power or other infrastructure needs, and even transportation solutions.

If you are planning a company picnic and need some help- let us know, we are happy to be of service!

Each year, thousands of people begin planning the holiday party and each year, every single person out there is doing the best they can to make the party bigger, better, and more successful than any other party out there.  They are also trying to make sure the party is at least as fun as last years event…

The common trap people fall into when planning a party is doing the same thing over and over…  When people know exactly what to expect at a party, attendance starts to dwindle- and the excitement/allure of going to the event begins to diminish.

Here are some fresh ideas for planning a new and different company holiday event this year:

1) Change the location of the Holiday Party -

While holding your holiday party event at the same location year after year can be a tradition, ad can create some consistency- changing up the location of the event offers a multitude of options to you.   Finding a new event space can not only benefit your party by adding allure, but it also gives you an opportunity to change up food options, entertainment options, and a whole lot more…

2) Look into some new entertainment ideas.

From bringing in Pool Tables and a game table type theme, to having a stage act or entertainer, to casino party entertainment, murder mystery’s,  video/arcade games, arts and crafts activities- and a whole lot more there are all kinds of entertainment options for the holiday season.  In addition to game rentals- classic holiday characters like Santa and the elves can be a huge draw to people with families!

3) Create a Buzz.

There is no better way to boost attendance than to create a buzz.  This can be done many different ways.  It may be as simple as starting the conversation about a holiday party with the invitees, asking for entertainment and activity ideas or requests, and sharing those ideas with the group in a fun and candid email campaign.  After this initial contact regarding the holiday party, it will be easy to catch people’s attention with fun updates regarding planning, the date, etc…

Another way of doing this without having a million ideas and office politics to juggle would be do simply start a countdown… Which updates daily, or even by the minute- until the holiday party.  Every once and a while throughout the planning process you could drop a hint regarding an activity, or other item of interest that will be at the party.  This kind of thing creates mystery and allure- and can go great as long as you make sure to have a great event planned for the culmination!

4) Pick a theme.

This is pretty much event planning 101.  if you do not have a theme, or a common goal, or something tying the whole event together then it can be very difficult to create a cohesive event at which all of the activities, decor, catering, invitations, and entertainment work together.  So deciding on a theme for the holiday party is important.

Themes can be simple or elaborate for holiday parties.  We have hosted simple “Frosty the Snowman” themed events, to full fledged “Winter in the 80’s” blowouts.  There is no end to the amount of great themes out there.  If you need help planning an event theme- just give us a call!

5) Always have booze.

A holiday event without alcohol is pretty much lame.  If you, the boss, or other people in the organization do not drink at all- not even socially, that is fine.  But it is pretty much silly to enforce this rule on everyone else at the company.  The fact is that most working people do enjoy a nice drink at the end of the day or work week- and denying your guests the opportunity to have a drink is not going to create a happy, fun, and interactive crowd.

In our experience working with some of the leading global companies in the world- crowds are much more fun, and events have a lot more participation when the booze is flowing.  It is a pretty paramount piece behind the success of several companies out there.  People for years have socialized and cut loose having drinks at home, at bars, or other functions.  Denying your workforce this ability will not give your crew the opportunity to cut loose together and celebrate a job well done.

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.

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.)

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

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

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.

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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.

Are you planning an event in Scottsdale?   Well Encore NW Event productions can help.

Our corporate event services are available all over the Scottsdale area.  So if you are planning an event for when you are in scottsdale, live here and are looking to do something fun for your employee appreciation event, store promotion, or other gathering- you can count on Encore NW to provide the best in event planning, entertainment, and event marketing services.

A few of the corporate event planning services we provide to the Scottsdale area:

So why choose Encore NW Event Productions?  What can we offer?

Well, we are committed to the success of your event.  Bottom line.  We will work tirelessly to provide each and every event we host for you with a watchful eye, precision planning, and careful attention to budgetary requirements.  Our special event planners are thorough perfectionists and capable planners who can orchestrate all your needs for just about any gathering or function you may find yourself planning.

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.

When it comes to renting a large amount of party equipment, games, tents, canopies, tables, chairs, clearspan structures, or other items for any special event, encorenw.com is the best choice.  Our team is committed to providing you with the best solution for your party or special event.  A dedicated event planner will help to arrange any rental or planning needs that may arise.

Planning a large festival, gathering or other event- your party rentals matter.

Essentially when arranging party rentals for your special event or gathering, the person putting on the event and putting up the money needs one thing- and that is a party equipment provider they can count on and rely on.

An experienced rental company will ask the right questions, make recommendations, and be sure to conduct thier manners in a friendly, businesslike fashion.  These aspects of customer service will not only accelerate the time which it takes to plan an event, but they will also result in a smooth running, flawlessly executed, and successful event.

There are all kinds of options out there if you are looking for party rentals.

At Encore NW we know many of these options in and out, and can assist you in finding the best solution for your needs.  We offer party rentals and event planning capabilities for all types of special events and gatherings in all types of locations and areas – whether you are looking for inflatable games in Portland, Oregon- tent rentals in Seattle, Reno area photography services, or party rentals in Scottsdale.  Our event planners and equipment have been found at:

Company Picnics, Store Promotions, Festivals, Public Events, Emmy Parties, and more.

No matter what type of party you are planning or rental service you are seeking, the event planners at Encore NW will work tirelessly to provide you with the best service and best experience possible.  We offer a huge selection of gaming and entertainment options, as well as logistical services, infrastructure and more for large scale party and events throughout the world.