Introduction: Stay Ahead With The 2025 Marketing Calendar For Event Businesses
In the fast-paced world of event services, timing is everything. Whether you’re a photo booth owner, event planner or DJ, aligning your marketing efforts with major holidays and industry trends can make a huge difference in how many clients you book. That’s why we’ve created this 2025 marketing calendar—packed with key dates, promotional ideas, and strategies to help you stay ahead, fill your calendar, and grow your business.
Let’s make 2025 your most profitable year yet!
January - Start Strong With New Year Energy
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Key Dates:
- New Year’s Day (January 1)
- National Vision Board Day (January 11)
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Marketing Ideas:
- Launch a "New Year, New Memories" promotion to attract early event bookings.
- Share behind-the-scenes content on your Instagram and TikTok to engage followers with your goals for 2025.
- Encourage clients to book photo booths for corporate kick-off events and winter weddings.
February - Love And Loyalty
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Key Dates:
- Valentine’s Day (February 14)
- Super Bowl LVIX (February 9)
- National Love Your Pet Day (February 20)
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Marketing Ideas:
- Offer romantic photo booth packages for Valentine's events, weddings, or engagement parties.
- Create social media content around "Most Loved Event Moments" and encourage clients to share their photos.
- Promote corporate events for the Super Bowl with fun game-day themes.
❤️ PBSCO Pro Tip: Feature custom Valentine’s Day templates in Fiesta Software to add personalized touches.
March - Spring Into Action
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Key Dates:
- International Women’s Day (March 8)
- St. Patrick’s Day (March 17)
- First Day of Spring (March 20)
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Marketing Ideas:
- Partner with women-owned businesses for co-hosted events.
- Run a "Lucky You" discount for early spring wedding bookings.
- Refresh your website with spring-themed imagery and pastel photo templates.
April - Corporate And Community Connections
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Key Dates:
- April Fool’s Day (April 1)
- Earth Day (April 22)
- National Administrative Professionals Day (April 23)
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Marketing Ideas:
- Engage local businesses with eco-friendly event packages for Earth Day. Perhaps a discount on no-print/digital only events!
- Offer fun, prank-themed photo booth sessions for April Fool's corporate events.
- Target offices with “Celebrate Your Team” deals for Administrative Professionals Day.
🌎 PBSCO Pro Tip: Highlight your sustainable practices and eco-friendly booth setups in your marketing.
May - Wedding Season Kickoff
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Key Dates:
- Mother’s Day (May 11)
- Memorial Day (May 26)
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Marketing Ideas:
- Promote photo booth add-ons for Mother’s Day brunches and family gatherings.
- Launch a “Book Early for Summer Weddings” campaign.
- Offer discounts for Memorial Day weekend bookings.
June - Graduation & Pride Celebrations
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Key Dates:
- Pride Month (All June)
- Father’s Day (June 15)
- Graduation Season
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Marketing Ideas:
- Create Pride-themed photo booth templates and props.
- Offer graduation packages for schools and private parties.
- Highlight family-friendly events for Father’s Day.
July - Peak Event Season
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Key Dates:
- Independence Day (July 4)
- Summer Camps and Festivals
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Marketing Ideas:
- Offer patriotic photo themes for July 4th events.
- Partner with local festivals and markets for vendor spots.
- Share client success stories on social media to inspire bookings.
🎆 PBSCO Pro Tip: Use the Salsa Booth’s roaming mode to capture festival crowds.
August - Back-To-School And Business Events
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Key Dates:
- Back-to-School Season
- National Book Lovers Day (August 9)
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Marketing Ideas:
- Target school events with “Welcome Back” photo booth packages.
- Pitch booths for corporate summer wrap-up parties.
📚 PBSCO Pro Tip: Promote drop-off booth options for hassle-free school events.
September - Corporate And Holiday Planning
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Key Dates:
- Labor Day (September 1)
- First Day of Fall (September 23)
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Marketing Ideas:
- Launch early bird holiday party booking specials.
- Offer corporate team-building event packages.
October - Spooky And Seasonal Fun
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Key Dates:
- Halloween (October 31)
- Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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Marketing Ideas:
- Host Halloween-themed photo booth events with spooky props.
- Collaborate on charity events supporting breast cancer awareness.
November - Gratitude And Growth
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Key Dates:
- Thanksgiving (November 27)
- Black Friday (November 28)
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Marketing Ideas:
- Run “Thankful for You” client appreciation campaigns.
- Offer Black Friday exclusive discounts on your higher-tiered event packages.
🦃 PBSCO Pro Tip: Do you have a referral program? Not a bad idea to launch one leading into the holidays. Word of mouth goes far in this business!
December - Finish The Year Strong
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Key Dates:
- Christmas (December 25)
- New Year’s Eve (December 31)
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Marketing Ideas:
- Promote festive photo booth setups for holiday parties.
- Offer “Book Now for 2026” specials for early planners.
Final Thoughts: Make 2025 Your Best Year Yet
A well-planned marketing strategy is key to staying booked and busy all year long. By aligning your promotions with the biggest dates in 2025, you’ll build stronger connections with clients and create memorable event experiences.
FAQs: 2025 Event Marketing
Q: How far in advance should I promote seasonal events?
A: Start 2-3 months ahead for major holidays to secure bookings early. For Christmas and winter holidays, start in August.
Q: What’s the best way to reach new clients?
A: Use Google Business, social media ads, and local partnerships!
Q: How can PBSCO help with marketing?
A: Download our free Marketing Guide for tips and tricks!
