Sports Activations That Stand Out
Custom hat experiences that draw crowds, engage fans, and create lasting impressions.

Blue Jackets Foundation Event

A custom hat experience brought to Columbus for an unforgettable Blue Jackets Foundation event.

A Hat Bar Experience Made for the Event

We were thrilled to bring a custom hat experience to a Blue Jackets Foundation event in Columbus. An interactive experience where guests could make their own hats kept the energy up all night long. Our hat bar provided guests with something to do, rather than just something to look at. They could pick their favorite hat, mess around with different patches and adornments, and end up with something that was so them.

This is why a custom hat bar is a perfect addition to an event. “It gives people a reason to come together, to mingle, to take something home that’s memorable.

How to Build an Interactive Event Experience

The right activation can change the way guests experience an event. The hat bar was an organic place for guests to congregate and connect, as they assembled their own custom hats at the Blue Jackets Foundation event.

For planners seeking conference activation ideas, a hands-on experience like this offers attendees a break from traditional programming while remaining engaged.

The same approach also applies to companies and organizations seeking trade show engagement ideas. A custom hat provides a reason for people to stop, engage, and spend time at an activation, rather than just walking by.

A Pop-Up Experience Guests Will Never Forget

We can take the hat bar directly to the event with our mobile setup. We take care of the setup and have a designated area where guests can select their hats and add multiple patches and embellishments. This kind of pop-up event experience can fit naturally into receptions, fundraisers, conferences, corporate gatherings, sporting events, and other special occasions.

Guests can participate at their own pace, making it a flexible addition to an event schedule that doesn’t require everyone to participate at the same time.

Ideal for Trade Shows & Conferences

Event planners are always looking for new ways to get people engaged. A custom hat activation is especially effective when you want a social, accessible experience.

For a trade show booth activation, personalized hats can help create a visual point of interest while giving attendees something memorable to take with them.

Looking for a convention entertainment vendor? The Brim Hat Bar brings the equipment, hats, patches, adornments, and experience directly to your event, allowing your team to focus on your guests and overall event.

Stack of pink trays, a white and blue NFL cap, and a clear plastic container with red, white, and blue items on a table, with a sign with instructions for a game named 'The Cannonball'.
People wearing formal attire and gloves standing behind a table with items for sale at an event.
A stage display with the Columbus Blue Jackets 25th anniversary logo, surrounded by large reflective balloons and purple flowers, with stage lights overhead.
A navy blue baseball cap with a logo and text on the front being held by a person at a crowded event, with another person in the background."CCJ" letters are on the right side of the cap, and a patch with the Columbus Blue Jackets logo is centered on
A gray and white baseball cap with 'IP9' embroidered on the front, a star patch on the side, and a signature on the brim.
A black baseball cap with embroidered patches of three stars and the number 3, along with a logo resembling a lightning bolt and stars.
A white baseball cap with a blue star and a logo of the Columbus Blue Jackets hockey team, autographed on the brim.
Display of baseball caps with a clear storage case containing numbered and lettered patches or pins, and one cap on a stand with an Oklahoma City Thunder logo and 'CRUS' text.
People shopping at a merchandise booth in an arena, with sports hats, scarves, and other fan items displayed on tables.
A woman cashier assisting a man at a ticket counter, with electronic ticket machines in the background.
A man in a tuxedo, a young girl in an elegant dress, and a woman in a cap and dark clothing are gathered around a table with medical equipment, possibly at an event or party with decorative lighting.
A woman is designing a baseball cap with embroidered letters 'CBJ' in black, red, and yellow, at a booth with virtual reality equipment and other hats, during a trade show or event.
Person holding a Washington Capitals baseball cap with an NHL logo in a retail setting.
A plastic bag containing a gray item with the Columbus Blue Jackets NHL team logo on it.

Our work speaks for itself

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Make Your Next Event Stand Out

The Blue Jackets Foundation event is a great example of how an interactive custom hat experience can become part of a larger celebration.

Whether you're planning a conference, trade show, fundraiser, corporate event, or private gathering in Columbus, The Brim Hat Bar can help create an experience guests will remember.

For planners looking to add a luxury event experience, our custom hat bar can be tailored to the style and feel of your event while giving every guest the opportunity to create something personal.

Bring The Brim to Your Event

From Columbus events to celebrations beyond the city, The Brim Hat Bar brings the fun directly to you.

Create an experience your guests can participate in, personalize, and take home.

Ready to plan your next event? Contact The Brim Hat Bar and let's create something memorable together.

FAQs

1. What types of events can The Brim Hat Bar activate?

We provide custom hat activations for conferences, trade shows, fundraisers, corporate events, conventions, pop-up events, and private celebrations.

2. Is a custom hat bar a good trade show booth activation?

Yes. Guests can personalize hats while interacting with your brand, creating an engaging activity and memorable takeaway.

3. Can The Brim Hat Bar customize the experience for our event?

Yes. We can incorporate event themes, company branding, custom patches, and other details to create a personalized experience.

4. What does The Brim Hat Bar provide?

We provide the hats, patches, adornments, equipment, setup, and staff needed to operate the hat bar experience at your event.

5. Does The Brim Hat Bar serve events outside Columbus?

Yes. The Brim Hat Bar is a mobile experience and can travel to events beyond Columbus. Contact us to discuss your location and event needs.