--- title: The Party Starts Here Blog --- [![GigMasters - the party starts here](https://dd86mil3sc3or.cloudfront.net/logo/header-logo.svg) ](https://www.gigmasters.com) [ CONTACT US ](https://www.gigmasters.com/contact) [![GigMasters - the party starts here](https://dd86mil3sc3or.cloudfront.net/logo/header-logo.svg)](https://itg.thebash.com/) [ CONTACT US ](https://www.gigmasters.com/contact) [![The Party Starts Here](https://itg.thebash.com/hubfs/PartyStartsHereLogo(blog).png)](https://itg.gigmasters.com/thepartystartshere) [![](https://itg.thebash.com/hubfs/ishan-seefromthesky-61rUGGs6DUo-unsplash.jpg)](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/end-of-summer-party-ideas) ## [3 End of Summer Party Ideas](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/end-of-summer-party-ideas) Posted by [Chloe McAuliffe](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/author/chloe-mcauliffe) on 08/13/19 It’s sad to think that our favorite time of the year is coming to an end, but it can’t be officially over without one more summer party! Whether you’re throwing a neighborhood end of summer party or just getting together with your closest friends, there is a party idea for everyone! [Read More](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/end-of-summer-party-ideas) [![](https://itg.thebash.com/hubfs/John%20Harr%202.jpg)](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/real-event-finding-tuscany-in-portland) ## [Real Event - Finding Tuscany in Portland](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/real-event-finding-tuscany-in-portland) Posted by [Chloe McAuliffe](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/author/chloe-mcauliffe) on 07/24/19 Jonathan hosted a catered dinner and wine tasting with family and friends at a vineyard in Oregon to kick off his wedding weekend! In addition to picking a special venue, delicious food, and amazing wine, he hired [John Wayland Harr,](https://www.gigmasters.com/acoustic-guitar/john-wayland-harr) an acoustic guitarist from GigMasters, to help enhance the Tuscan vibe for his special event.  [Read More](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/real-event-finding-tuscany-in-portland) [![](https://itg.thebash.com/hubfs/florist%20blog%20image.png)](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/two-is-company-but-threes-a-party) ## [Two is Company, But Three’s a Party!](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/two-is-company-but-threes-a-party) Posted by [Chloe McAuliffe](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/author/chloe-mcauliffe) on 07/11/19 It’s that time of year! Are you ready to invite all of your close friends and family over to your backyard for an engaging summer party? While the idea may have been brewing in your head for a while, you may still need some help with planning. Don’t worry - GigMasters has you covered with the 3 top vendors to book for your backyard summer party! [Read More](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/two-is-company-but-threes-a-party) [![](https://itg.thebash.com/hubfs/NYC%20Gospel%20Choir.jpg)](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/real-event-the-butterfly-effect) ## [Real Event - The Butterfly Effect](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/real-event-the-butterfly-effect) Posted by [Chloe McAuliffe](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/author/chloe-mcauliffe) on 06/24/19 After 5 long years of dreaming about throwing a butterfly party symbolizing her weight loss to the shedding of a butterfly's cocoon, GigMasters' client, Danielle Thomson, booked [The New York City Gospel Choir](https://www.gigmasters.com/gospel-choir/the-new-york-city-gospel-choir) to perform the song of the night "Butterfly" by Mariah Carey.  [Read More](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/real-event-the-butterfly-effect) [![](https://itg.thebash.com/hubfs/FullRes_PratEngagement-043.jpg)](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/real-event-a-double-surprise-proposal) ## [Real Event - A Double Surprise Proposal](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/real-event-a-double-surprise-proposal) Posted by [Brittany Anderson](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/author/brittany-anderson) on 06/10/19 Prat booked [Anders Hyatt Music](https://www.gigmasters.com/artists/andershyatt) to play during his proposal to his now-fiance Neha. This real event story looks long, but is worth the read to hear about his double surprise story! [Read More](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/real-event-a-double-surprise-proposal) [![](https://itg.thebash.com/hubfs/GMDJ%20Blog.png)](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/10-questions-to-ask-your-dj) ## [10 Questions to Ask DJs Before Hiring Them](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/10-questions-to-ask-your-dj) Posted by [American Disc Jockey Association](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/author/american-disc-jockey-association) on 06/07/19 Looking for a DJ for your next celebration? There are many factors to consider when hiring a DJ for your event. That’s why we have partnered with the [American Disc Jockey Association](https://adja.org/) (A.D.J.A.) to provide 10 questions that you should consider asking a DJ before hiring them.   [Read More](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/10-questions-to-ask-your-dj) [![](https://itg.thebash.com/hubfs/Top%20Booked%20Bands%202018.png)](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/meet-the-top-booked-live-bands-2018) ## [Meet the Top Booked Live Bands in 2018](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/meet-the-top-booked-live-bands-2018) Posted by [Brittany Anderson](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/author/brittany-anderson) on 04/22/19 A live band is the perfect addition to just about any celebration. GigMasters has thousands of live bands for party throwers to choose from, but today we're putting the spotlight on the top booked bands of 2018. We reached out to these top bookers to learn a little bit more about them. If you are looking for a live band for your next party, check out the top booked bands below or [browse bands in your area](https://www.gigmasters.com/liveband). [Read More](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/meet-the-top-booked-live-bands-2018) [![](https://itg.thebash.com/hubfs/image2%20(1).jpeg)](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/real-event-yoga-henna) ## [Real Event - Yoga + Henna](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/real-event-yoga-henna) Posted by [Brittany Anderson](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/author/brittany-anderson) on 04/11/19 What's more perfect then having a henna artist at a yoga studio grand opening event?! Angela hosted her studio's grand opening event this past weekend booked [Yashdaa Art](https://www.gigmasters.com/henna-artist/yashdaa-art) from GigMasters. Keep reading for her event story and check out the beautiful henna artwork! [Read More](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/real-event-yoga-henna) [![](https://itg.thebash.com/hubfs/i-thts8R9-X2.jpg)](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/to-the-moon-back-fundraiser) ## [Real Event - To the Moon & Back Fundraiser in Atlanta, GA.](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/to-the-moon-back-fundraiser) Posted by [Brittany Anderson](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/author/brittany-anderson) on 03/18/19 This week's real event features a 40th birthday fundraiser to celebration for a cause! Tamira booked [The Toon Guy](https://www.gigmasters.com/caricaturist/thetoonguy/) for her 40th birthday fundraiser event in Atlanta, GA.  Keep reading for all of the party details! [Read More](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/to-the-moon-back-fundraiser) [![](https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/Wz6as5elYF3a3ehonFMr-GzUVT5RVYj2Q8j8VQ_En6qFh5c2LvXgbDjKnuxlBOtiTV9qCIPemV2rT7zS3ntrFkDbvaMRIGDLK9dW_kWgCRRhagBwpVTryZSXprRBYf6PbqUhLLcd)](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/oscars-viewing-party) ## [Party Inspiration: Oscars Viewing Party](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/oscars-viewing-party) Posted by [Rachael Baker](https://itg.thebash.com/thepartystartshere/author/rachael-baker) on 02/20/19   Lights, camera, action! Roll out the red carpet and invite your guests to a star studded evening. Whether you’re a complete movie fanatic, or just a casual viewer - an Oscar's viewing party is a must this Sunday. 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