Are you looking for fun, energetic, and iconic Italian entertainment ideas that all your guests will love?
If you’re planning an event in Italy, you’re in the right place!
This article highlights fresh and creative entertainment ideas tailored for your next private or corporate event in Italy.
Whether you’re aiming for an elegant gala or a dynamic product launch, these ideas will add a touch of authentic Italian flair to your occasion.
Location, location, location: the importance of choosing the right event venue in Italy
Location is vital for any business, but it’s equally crucial for event planning. Italy’s historical and cultural heritage offers a rich variety of stunning venues, ideal for creating unforgettable corporate events.
As a trusted local event planning agency and DMC, we can help you find the perfect venue that suits your company’s image and budget. From noble palaces to medieval castles, from contemporary museums to rural farmhouses (and many more options), we’ll assist you in delivering the best quality for the highest attendee satisfaction.
Want examples? Here you go: we handpicked Italian entertainment ideas for you and venues that will take your delegate’s breath away!
Handpicked Italian entertainment ideas & venues for corporate events
1. Itinerant dinner
For an interactive and educational experience, an itinerant dinner can be a unique way to engage your delegates.
This dynamic concept involves moving through different settings that showcase the history and artistry of the event’s location, with actors and live music creating a fully immersive experience.
A gala dinner and an opera concert can follow, offering a complete Italian cultural experience.
Venue idea for an itinerant dinner
Villa del Principe in Genoa, Liguria, is a prestigious choice.
Its historical ambiance and beautiful gardens overlooking the sea provide the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable corporate event. It’s also possible to rent the halls on the noble floor.
Here, while sipping their cocktails, your delegates can imagine the history and legacy of this palace, built in the 1500s as the residence for the Genoese statesman and admiral Andrea Doria. During World War II, it was seriously damaged by a bombing but later restored to its splendour.
2. Creativity workshop and gala dinner
Italy is synonymous with art, and your delegates can immerse themselves in its craftsmanship through interactive workshops.
From ceramics and textiles to jewellery and woodworking, participants can engage in hands-on activities and create unique souvenirs. Want to make it even more special? We can incorporate your company’s logo into the items they create!
Delegates always find this activity very engaging because they get the fulfilment of creating something themselves.
These flexible workshops range from short sessions to full-day events, followed by a gala dinner in a historic venue.
Historic venue for your gala dinner
Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigi near Turin is one of Piedmont’s most prestigious Savoy Residences. It was the royal family’s point of departure and arrival for hunting trips and their favorite venue for parties and leisure.
The venue offers a grand setting steeped in history and has different halls that can be rented for events.
One of the most spectacular is the Central Hall, beautifully designed by Filippo Juvarra to host balls, big parties, and weddings of the Savoy Family. It is enhanced by astonishing hunting frescos made between 1731 and 1733 by Domenico and Giuseppe Valeriani Brothers.
3. Ballet and acrobatic performances
An artistic performance, such as modern ballet, paired with an acrobatic performance, will surely wow your audience.
Moreover, it’s possible to link the performance to the company’s product launch to visualise the key message to make it more memorable.
We wrote about this approach in the past, when we organised a product launch of a hair product. Both the message and corporate identity were incorporated into the show. Sometimes, we say – save the best for last!
Read more about corporate entertainment here.
Modern venue for your WOW-factor show
Palazzo delle Esposizioni in Rome offers bright, multifunctional spaces with cutting-edge technology and flexible design options for corporate events.
The Esposizioni Restaurant can host up to 250 guests and is set in the greenhouse of the building, designed by architect Paolo Desideri. The space is able to completely transform itself from day to night by exploiting its natural light. A cinema and an auditorium are also available on site.
Esposizioni became the first institution in Italy to remove salmon from its menus and is committed to CLIMAVORE. This project explores the links between food, our way of eating, and the climate crisis.
4. Private fashion show
What better way to embody Italy than through fashion?
Organise a private fashion show highlighting iconic Italian brands like Gucci or Ferragamo, or use the opportunity to promote your own products and brand!
This visually stunning entertainment option can be tailored for clothing, beauty, or even other types of products, offering a glamorous touch to any corporate event.
For a previous event we organized for a hair product launch, we hired models and dressed them in traditional costumes from the local area. All models had their hair styled using the product, making them the centre of attention as they mingled with delegates and posed for photos and selfies.
A majestic venue
Castello Monaci in Apulia is a sensational venue offering majestic elegance and a rich history. It dates to a settlement of an ancient order of French monks in the first half of the 16th century.
This venue is suitable for small events of 20 people, up to congresses of 200 delegates. All spaces – including the castle, its winery and vineyards – can be privatised.
Being in the countryside, the venue gives a feeling of exclusivity and privacy. It’s the perfect location for a private fashion show with Italian flair.
Plan your next corporate event in Italy
Italy is a treasure trove of history, art, and culture, offering endless possibilities for unique corporate event entertainment.
In today’s article, we chose just a few to showcase the diversity of activities we can help you organise in Italy.
As an Italian event company and Destination Management Company (DMC), we work with trusted partners to deliver the best results tailored to your objectives.
Contact us today, and let’s start planning your next corporate event in Italy!
