G/04 · 3 min read · Updated 2026-09-22

Entertainment ideas for gala dinners and company parties

A gala dinner has its own rhythm. Here are our ideas for each moment of the night, with shows that already work at real events.

Entertainment ideas for gala dinners and company parties

The welcome: surprise without interrupting

As guests arrive, formats that mingle with the crowd work best: Living Statues, Estatua Angelicus or cocktails served from above with Champagne Fairy or Champagne Fairies.

During dinner: short, close-up sets

Between courses, short acts that don't require anyone to stand up: Glass Music Show, iPad Magic Show or live art such as Coffee Artist, who portrays your guests.

Living Statues
Living Statues · A welcome with impact, or impact all night long. You choose.

The message moment

Before the speeches or awards, a narrative show warms up the room: Sand Drawing or Shadow Show can tell the story of the company or the year.

The big moment

For the climax of the night, high-impact formats: Electra Laser, Royal Mirror Show, Moaré Performance or, if the event is outdoors, the Aerial Drone Show.

Estatua Angelicus
Estatua Angelicus · A living statue that surprises with music and presence.

Closing and party

To open the dance floor, live music: The Beatles Tribute, The Black Band — AC/DC Tribute or LED Drums Percussion moving from the stage to the floor.

Going further: a theme

A themed gala turns the night into a complete experience, with set design, actors and a storyline. Discover our formats in themed events.

Frequently asked questions

How many acts should a gala dinner have?

Two or three well-chosen moments usually work better than a long string of acts.

Which shows work for an international audience?

Visual shows with no words: light, live art, dance, circus or drones.

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