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29
Jan

The TNA Weekend

Our first event into the new year is a lively one, ‘Hit him with the chair?!’ That’s right, TNA is back this weekend, and is wrestling its way across the UK.

Here at Event! we like rummaging through our back catalogue, finding forgotten gems and stumbling upon the rarity. This week it was our mission to find some one-of-a-kind wrestling merch to show you all, and look what we found…

WWF Wrestling Collection

WWF Wrestling Collection

Cast your mind back to the glory days when ‘Hollywood’ Hulk Hogan was under the management of the charismatic Jimmy Hart. Jimmy decided to split from Hogan and in the process of doing so, he curated ‘The Ultimate Wrestling Collection.’ Inside were discs containing classic championship matches from Florida and Memphis. Jimmy also included a selection of his favourite hit tunes and theme music as well as lost episodes of wrestling action from XWF. There were over 100 wrestling stars and legends featured in this collection including; ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper, Jerry Lawler, Konnan and Hulk Hogan.WF-Red-Bear-front

We also found some World Wrestling Federation TY Bears. These bears are of iconic wrestlers like Kane and Shamrock.

TNA starts at the Manchester Arena tomorrow night, then close-lining it’s way to London’s SSE Wembley Arena, before tapping out in Birmingham’s Barclaycard Arena on Sunday. Tickets are still available if you want some thrilling and entertaining ringside action. For more pictures and information from the event, see our Facebook page.

07
Jan

Airbnb Dominos

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Airbnb Domino Set

Dominos-A universal language

Approximately three weeks before Christmas Event! Merchandising, together with Airbnb, was tasked creating a unique gift  for around 6000 Airbnb hosts who will have guests staying with them around Christmas in the UK, France and Germany.

The suggestion of a bespoke set of Dominos was put forward.

The reason why dominos was put forward as an activity for both guests and hosts to play is because minimal communication is required whilst playing it and the game is known around the world.

Event manufactured the sets containing 36 individually branded blocks in a two week record time, working around the clock in order to leave time to post out the individual sets. The material chosen for the dominos set was acrylic, the design and packaging were both finalised,  and the sets arrived in time for Christmas.

Hosts have posted across social media, their delight in receiving the gifs.

The set’s of acrylic dominos that have been created are both beautifully designed, simple and on-brand.

30
Nov

Davis Cup Final 2015

Event! Merchandising, the UK’s leading supplier of sports merchandise, worked in partnership with British Lawn Tennis Association and were the official merchandise supplier to Team GB throughout their successful Davis Cup campaign, which included victories over U.S.A., France, Australia, and culminated in a stunning 3-1 victory over Belgium, in Ghent over the weekend of 27th-29th November 2015. Event! provided fans with merchandise throughout the Brits’ successful Davis Cup run, which the fans wore to showcase their support for the British team. This included the T-shirt manufactured by us with the slogan ‘Back the Brits’, and the frenzied wall of support that was generated from this was something which undoubtedly gave Team GB that push on their way to winning their first Davis Cup since 1936.

The Davis Cup, which Team GB had not won in 79 years, was first staged in 1900. It is an extremely prestigious tennis tournament and is commonly viewed as being the World Cup of tennis. In the 2015 version of the tournament, Great Britain memorably swept aside Belgium in the final in Ghent. Andy Murray confirmed his status as British sport’s golden boy at the frenzied cauldron of Flanders Expo, having joined a select band of players, in John McEnroe and Mats Wilander, in winning all eight of his Davis Cup rubbers in one tournament, on the way to Team GB’s final victory.

Let’s hope that the Event! ‘Back the Brits’ T-shirts provide a lasting memento of one of British sport’s finest hours.

This year saw Team GB win their first Davis Cup title in 79 years.

This year saw Team GB win their first Davis Cup title in 79 years. Event! was the official merchandise supplier. 

Fans really got into the spirit and supported Team GB all the way.

Fans really got into the spirit and supported Team GB all the way.

31
Oct

Event Merchandise in Beijing for Season 2 of Formula E – The new range is on sale

Formula E Season 2 has started. Event Merchandise built fan shops in Beijing around the iconic Olympic Birds Nest Stadium. Event Merchandise manufactured the product in China to be vended by the Event crew.

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21
Oct

Event in Bermuda for the Americas cup

Event Merchandise was in Bermuda managing the Pop up shop for Americas cup. The atmosphere in Bermuda was fantastic for this prestigious event. 

       

05
Oct

Team GB Bahia Band

Event Merchandise designed and manufactured the Team GB Bahia band given out at the Team GB Ball at the Royal Opera House.
The bands were made in Brasil. Traditionally a Bahia Band is a Brazilian symbol of good fortune and luck that have been worn and displayed for generations.
These ribbons are tied with three knots to express three wishes, then either worn on the wrist or hung in public places to create a powerful symbol of support for Team GB in Rio 2016.

 

 

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28
Sep

Event at the Rugby World Cup

Event Merchandise vending Rugby World Cup at the Stadiums. Event service the rugby world cup 2015 fans from the merchandise truck.

22
Sep

Rugby World Cup 2015

For the Rugby World Cup 2015, Event Merchandising is proud to look after on site vending at various stadiums and fanzones.

Given the wide-reaching appeal of the Rugby World Cup, there is a wide array of products ranging from a fantastic range of apparel , to high end luxury sterling silver gifts such as cufflinks through to bags, flasks, ties, watches, flags, pin badges and key rings. Enabling fans of all ages and brands to really connect with this memorable tournament.

Event is running pop up shops, kiosks and stands across the country.

Event! Merchandising has over 30 years of experience and has provided bespoke merchandise and retail experiences at world class events including The Brit Awards, the Americas Cup, Formula E, Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and Tough Mudder as well as working with brands such as Disney and Gucci.

The London-based company was the official licensee and event retailer for the London 2012 Olympic Games, having designed the product range, supplied the staff, ran the epos and sold the products. Event! Merchandising is also official manufacturer and retailer for the Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Jeremy Goldsmith, managing director of Event! Merchandising, explains:

“With our experience of working with global and national events, we know what products appeal to consumers and how to provide them with the most relevant items for each event and promotion. “

07
Sep
21
Jul

Davis Cup 2015

Event! were proud to provide the official merchandise for the Davis Cup at Queen’s Club. We created a beautiful shop showcasing a large product range for the home crowd to wear and show their support for TeamGB, in keeping with intimate surroundings of Queen’s Club. We believe it certainly helped as the crowd showed excellent support to help Andy Murray produce an emphatic battling performance over the 3 days to ensure qualification for TeamGB.

Team GB – comprised of world No. 3 Andy Murray, his brother Jamie, James Ward and Dominic Ingleton – saw off a talented French team bristling with big names: Tsonga, Gasquet, Simon and Mahut. With a stellar display from the Murray Bros to win the doubles match on the Saturday, the final day Andy Murray v Gilles Simon was a must-win, as world No. 12 Tsonga would have too much for Jamie Ward. However, having been utilised for each of the three days, Murray was clearly tiring after exerting so much effort, losing the first set to the world No. 11. The crowd coming to our stand were fearing the worst – however the performance the followed was nothing short of sensational. Digging deep into reserve energy and displaying huge character, Murray won the incredibly tight second set. Momentum now with him and backed by a raucous crowed – he delivered the victory.

It was a fantastic event to be a part of – the atmosphere was fantastic throughout the 3 days and it was great to be at Queen’s for a historic win for TeamGB Tennis. The home crowd – donned in our  It’s clear we are a bit too reliant on one man – however he delivered in emphatic fashion to guide GB one step closer to the Davis Cup final – a feat that hasn’t been achieved in 34 years!


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