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March 22-25, 2027
New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention CenterNew Orleans, LA

Cater+Event Schedule 2027

The Logistics of Joy: Crafting Immersive Events That Make Every Guest the Hero

Haley Spitzfaden  (Founder, Lila Quests LLC)
Christopher Grace  (Founder, Lila Quests LLC)
Location: TBD
Date: Tuesday, March 23
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Pass Type: Cater+Event Conference Pass, VIP All Access - Get your pass now!
Track: Event Planning, Event Mgmt & Production
Vault Recording: TBD
Audience Level: All

What if every attendee left your event feeling like the hero of their own story? In The Logistics of Joy, Lila Quests—the company that has revolutionized the way adults play— will teach you how to transform gatherings into unforgettable adventures. From puzzle quests and fairy tale engagements to sober raves and mystery dinner parties, we'll show you how to design experiences where every participant is engaged, inspired, and fully included, no matter their personality or social comfort level.

Event professionals are increasingly tasked with delivering activations and marketing campaigns that go beyond logistics and checklists—events that leave lasting emotional impact. Lila Quests, a leader in the field of immersive, story-driven events, offers something most event producers don't. This session provides 10 proven strategies from nine years in the field and over 1000 successful events & activations (serving 63 cultural groups).

In this 45-minute session, you'll learn how to infuse events with heart, narrative, and meaningful social interaction, creating experiences that your guests remember long after the event ends.