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Isabel Brendel, December 10 2025

The Rise of Lazy Events: Why Authentic Experiences Matter

In recent years, the events industry has seen a quiet but worrying trend: the rise of the lazy event. You’ve probably been to one — the same stage layout, the same predictable programme, the same tired themes recycled across venues. Everything functions, nothing fails… yet nothing truly resonates.

As brands rush to “get an event out”, many are unknowingly trading creativity for convenience. And it shows.

Cookie-Cutter Events Are Everywhere

There was a time when every event felt like a statement — crafted stories, purposeful design, and a clear emotional journey for attendees. Today, templates and shortcuts often dominate the planning process.

Why? Because they’re fast, safe, and easy to replicate.

But safe rarely stands out. In a crowded market, generic events disappear the moment guests leave the room.

Audiences Are Evolving — Faster Than Events Are

Attendees today demand more than décor and entertainment. They want meaning, connection, immersion — experiences that feel crafted, not copied.

A lazy event breaks the unspoken promise between organiser and guest:

“We value your time.”

When the experience feels shallow, guests feel disengaged. And disengagement is costly — to brand perception, ROI, and long-term relationships.

Authenticity Isn’t a Luxury — It’s the Strategy

Authentic events don’t require huge budgets. They require intention.

When an event feels genuine, guests naturally connect with the brand behind it. Authenticity builds trust. Trust builds loyalty.

Bringing Back the Craft

At Event Venture, we believe events should be more than checklists and timelines. They should spark emotion, start conversations, and leave a lasting impression.

That’s why every project we build begins with one question:

“What experience should people remember?”

If the industry is drifting toward lazy events, then we intend to pull it back — one thoughtful, crafted experience at a time.

Written by

Isabel Brendel