How to Bring a Red Carpet Vibe to Corporate Events

Holiday work parties are always more fun when they feel like something extra. In Toronto, where people go to a lot of events, adding that red carpet energy can make yours stand out. As a Toronto photo booth company, we’ve seen how the right mix of lighting, setup, and engagement puts guests in the spotlight in a way they’ll talk about for weeks.

It doesn’t have to be big or over the top. A few thoughtful details can turn your year-end party from a checklist item into a highlight. The way guests walk in, get their photo taken, and leave with something personal can make the whole experience feel special. Here's how we bring that red carpet vibe to winter corporate events across the city.

Make an Entrance to Remember

People love walking into a space that feels exciting from the first moment. Creating a strong entrance doesn’t mean changing the whole venue. Small changes to your welcome area can build that red carpet tone before guests even find their seat.

• Set up a photo-friendly entrance with a branded step and repeat wall, velvet ropes, or a bright, clean backdrop they can pose in front of as soon as they arrive

• Highlight your theme using colours that match your holiday setting, think golds, deep greens, or navy with winter whites

• Provide props like sunglasses, faux awards, or tiny holiday signs for fun early photos with coworkers

We aim to get guests smiling right away. When people see others having fun at the entrance, it sets the tone for the whole event. Most will stop for a photo, especially if there’s someone there to encourage it, or if they see friends already enjoying the moment.

DMA Events specializes in providing activations with step-and-repeat backdrops and red carpet setups that can incorporate your branding, custom props, and logo designs. These event features help your guests feel like VIPs the moment they walk in.

Photo Booths that Feel Like Hollywood

Once your guests are warmed up, the next step is offering a photo booth that feels like something off a movie set. A Toronto photo booth company can help find the right booth style to match your red carpet idea without making things feel staged or awkward.

Here’s how we do that:

• Use modern booth options like 360 video, Glambot style camera sweeps, or AI feature filters like PersonaFX that turn a regular smile into something worth sharing

• Keep the space clean and glossy with great lighting, neutral backgrounds, and just enough sparkle for visual interest

• Let guests see their photos right away and share them to X or Instagram, so it feels fun and social, not just formal

The booth doesn’t just give people a picture, it gives them something to talk about. Friends will gather around to try it together or cheer each other on when the camera rolls. That kind of simple engagement keeps people floating through the venue in a good mood, feeling like stars.

We offer hands-on experiences with AI-powered booths, 360 slow-motion, and real-time content sharing, allowing everyone to participate and leave with striking videos or glamour shots suited to both corporate and festive events.

Keep Guests in the Spotlight

While one photo booth makes a big impact, the rest of the space matters too. You want guests to feel like the event is photo-ready from start to finish. Even if they’re not taking their own pictures, the right setup makes everyone feel more part of the event.

• Add soft, even lighting to sitting areas and corners, not just the main stage or booth

• Use furniture and table layouts that invite people to gather, talk, and move around without getting stuck

• Set up a live photo feed on a nearby screen showing images from the booth or roving photographers to keep guests engaged

Little tweaks like this let guests enjoy the party more fully. It stops the feel of just waiting for food, speeches, or the next thing. If every area looks good in the background, they’ll want to snap a picture in more than one place, which naturally adds life to the event without much work.

Hand Out Keepsakes Like a Premiere

The final red carpet touch we recommend is offering a keepsake that’s more than a party favour. When done right, this is the moment guests shift from “this was fun” to “I’ll actually remember this.” A custom takeaway can seal the memory in a real way.

• Give out engraved tags, keychains, coasters, or charms with their name, the date, or a seasonal message

• Let guests personalise theirs on site so it feels like something they helped create

• Tie the design to your holiday theme or company logo in a way that’s subtle and stylish

These items don’t need to be flashy. In fact, the cleaner and more thoughtful they are, the more likely guests are to keep them. You can match what you’re giving with the tone of the event, whether that’s polished and minimal or full of snowflakes and sparkle. Either way, it’s that takeaway moment that rounds everything out, like the final photo before leaving the theatre.

DMA Events provides onsite keepsake activations, such as live engraving and custom printed mementos. Guests can personalize their items to take home an extra-special reminder of the event.

The Vibe Your Guests Will Talk About

Red carpet events are less about being formal and more about making people feel noticed. If your party feels like a thank you to each guest, it changes how they remember it. You don’t need a full Hollywood setup to create that feeling. Just well-placed lighting, the right photo moments, and a keepsake at the end.

When everything fits together, it doesn’t just look good, it feels better. And when the energy in the room is right, people stay longer, laugh more, and share more pictures the next day. Those moments stick with them, and that’s what makes your holiday event a success they’ll still smile about in the new year.

Planning a holiday party in the city deserves those extra-special touches, and we’re here to help with photo moments your guests will remember. From a showstopping entrance to keepsakes that delight, our team focuses on making every guest feel welcomed and included. Working with a reliable Toronto photo booth company brings your event together, creating authentic memories for your team and clients alike. At DMA Events, we make celebrations fun, effortless, and truly memorable. Connect with us at richard@digitalmirror.ca or call 416-450-0450 to start planning an event everyone will be talking about.