Covid was devastating to the organizing of large events, but with the world slowly returning to normal after the pandemic such events are now beginning to return, and faster than some people might have anticipated. But how do you go about running a large in-person event in the post-Covid world, particularly at a time when some people might still be skittish about attending?

Distance considerations

One factor that will still need to be taken into consideration is the distance between people who will be attending large events. Even with the pandemic subsiding, social distancing remains an important point in the campaign to prevent infection.

Ensuring that there is enough room for people to stay a healthy distance, including with seating arrangements, might also be enough to sway those who are still hesitant about going back to such functions.

Crowd management also needs to be more on the ball in regards to these events. Mega events need to be organized in order to avoid the need for long queues where people inevitably stand closer together than would normally be the case.

Timelines

Running a post-Covid, large, in-person event might also require a rethink of the timelines involved in such events. Rather than cramming as many panels and stage presentations in as possible, as was once the case, fewer panels and more frequent and longer breaks can also serve to ease the pressure.

Extra hygiene considerations

Adopting more hygiene considerations for large events is a smart way to ensure the health and peace of mind of attendees. There are a number of ways in which hygiene can be further enforced including disinfecting the most commonly used areas, the de-cluttering of paper amenities and making use of innovative new disinfection tech.

More disinfecting wipes accessible to attendees while also stepping up the frequency of cleaning are also good ideas to increase the standard of hygiene at your events.

Government policy

Many public, social and health measures have been enacted by local and federal governments in the United States and throughout the world and it is important that all rules and regulations are carefully followed by those organizing large events.

It is equally vital for organizers to stay abreast of any changes that may be made to existing policies or new policies that may be introduced on a day-to-day basis.

Virtual hybrid events

Even with all the precautions taken above, there will still be an inconsiderable contingent of people who may be unwilling to attend large events as yet, in addition to those who may be unable to physically attend for a myriad of other reasons.

The pandemic saw companies innovate with virtual events, and there is no reason why such an approach cannot continue, albeit merged with the return of in-person events, to create what is being referred to as “hybrid” events.

Hybrid events feature the best features of virtual and in-person events, including virtual meetings and in-person communication for the sake of interactivity, sharing information and recording.

Conclusion

The best way to ensure that large events are as safe as possible in the post-Covid age and guarantee the health of attendees and the success of your event is to Contact Alliant Events today.