That person walking down the street not looking out in front of them… That group of kids running around in the park staring at their phone screens… The people riding the bus constantly checking their phone for updates… What do they all have in common? They are probably playing Pokémon GO! Don’t believe us? Just check the numbers. The game has already surpassed the 75 million downloads mark, and is permeating every part of our culture. Pokémon GO is an unstoppable, immovable, unimaginably strong force that shows no signs of slowing down... and now you can make it come to life at your next event. Pop! Events is proud to announce that the face of the whole phenomenon is about to...Read More

Ever wonder why nearly all schools and most professional sports have a mascot? Or why children’s parties around the world always seem to have a person dressed up as one of the kid’s favourite characters from pop culture? It’s because mascots bring our dreams to life. They encapsulate an idea, a feeling, a TV show, or a movie. They help make our imaginations feel real. It’s no wonder why they are the biggest hit at parties all around the city. When kids see one of their favourite characters in the flesh they can’t help but go crazy. Some are from the world’s hottest games while others are characters from recent movie hits. Doesn’t matter where they’re from, as long as Pop!...Read More

Some are spokespeople for big-name brands and others cheer on our favourite sports teams, but what they all have in common is that they are close to our hearts. Mascots are a unique phenomenon in the world, but they can now be seen everywhere we look. Here are some of the most famous mascots in the world. The Raptor: Toronto’s most famous sports legend! Maybe we are a bit biased with this one, but it has to be #1 for us. The only surviving raptor in the world, the Toronto Raptor’s mascot is by far the NBA’s best, and he is always getting into trouble. Which other mascot will chew on a cheerleader, shower a guest with gifts, get the crowd hyped up,...Read More

Would you believe that there is a toy from Australia that has outsold all of the major, traditional toy brands in recent times and is only getting bigger by the minute? You should, because that’s exactly what Shopkins has done! Since POP! Events always has the best and trendiest toys for its events, we thought we’d clue you in a bit on this 2016 megatrend. This Aussie toy company based on grocery store items has grown in just a few short years to be a global phenomenon with a YouTube channel, books, and trading cards based on it. Shopkins are some of the most popular toys in 2016, and here are some favourites from the series: Strawberry Kiss A rare member of the...Read More

What were once thought of as merely supporting characters for the movie Despicable Me have now become a worldwide phenomenon. The Minions have grossed over a billion dollars worldwide from their first feature film and are quickly becoming one of the biggest fads all around the world. That means that not only does everyone want to watch the film, but they also want to dress up as them, own the toys, and have great Minion themed parties too! That’s why we offer them as a theme for our awesome kid’s parties. Here are some great Minions party ideas for your kids that will be fun for the whole bunch. Minions Balloons! Not only is this a fun way to decorate and put...Read More

Planning your company’s corporate picnic can be a big job. There are a lot of details to think about, including: the venue, food, games, activities, rentals, and prizes. A company picnic is a lot of fun for the attendees but is a lot of work for the event organizer. The first thing to think about is the venue. You want to scout locations that are close enough to be easily accessible to all or most of the company’s employees. Make sure there is enough parking and look to see what kind of activities are available for employees and their families. Amenities like playgrounds, baseball diamonds, tennis courts, pools and hiking trails can all add to the enjoyment of everyone who attends. Next...Read More