Nothing connects us quite like a great story. That’s why we’re inviting Event Safety Summit attendees to grab the mic at our first-ever "Safety Slam," happening on November 14 during the Harbor Happy Hour, presented by Rock Labor and Bigger Hammer Production Services.

Have a funny, enlightening, or motivating tale to tell? Bring it on! You’ll have 5 minutes to wow us, inspire us, or make us laugh — all while being recorded for a future episode of The Event Safety Podcast! You can pre-register now at https://bit.ly/ESSSafetySlam or sign up during the Summit at the ESA merch booth.

Huge news! Thanks to the generous support of our friends at Reel Media, ESA is offering a limited number of "Early Career Professional" tickets to the 2024 Event Safety Summit at a 50% discount.

Our Early Career Professional (ECP) ticket program is open to first-time attendees aged 25 or under who are either:

• Enrolled in full-time, industry-specific education, or

• Currently working in the live event industry on a freelance basis and/or self-funding their attendance.

To take advantage of this opportunity, please complete the application below. Applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis. Those applying for this program will be notified of their approval and next steps within 24 hours of submission.

The job of the entertainment rigger has become increasingly complicated as the live event industry has grown exponentially over the last three decades. As the loads have become larger, the margin of error has become smaller. Experience alone cannot prepare today’s riggers for the ever expanding challenges faced in the theatres, arenas, studios, festivals, and ballrooms used to produce live entertainment events. Through Entertainment Rigging Sessions you can obtain that necessary education to partner with YOUR experience, allowing you to pursue increased work volume and safer rigging practices.

The Event Safety Alliance (ESA) is excited to announce the next edition of our Crowd Safety Workshop, a comprehensive two-day training program designed to enhance public safety and enjoyment at live events and other mass gatherings. The workshop will be held November 11-12, 2024 in San Diego and led by Tim Roberts, CEO of Creative Safety Inc and Director of The Event Safety Shop Ltd. UK, a globally recognized expert in the field of event and crowd safety.
This workshop aims to foster a common understanding and promote best practices in the design and operation of event spaces. Attendees will learn how to identify risks within crowds, practical mitigation mechanisms, as well as develop familiarity with analytic processes and the recording of proportionate measures.

In just the past few months, severe weather has disrupted dozens of live events around the globe, resulting in delays, cancellations, injuries, and tragic loss of life. With climate-related risks increasing and evolving, it is more important than ever to understand and prepare for weather-related impacts.

In response to this urgent need, the Event Safety Alliance is delivering a member-exclusive, virtual Weather Planning for Mass Gatherings program this September 2024. This experience-driven and science-backed workshop is designed to help event and venue professionals prepare for and respond to dangerous weather conditions.

Ahoy! The Event Safety Alliance sails west and drops anchor in beautiful San Diego for the 10th annual Event Safety Summit! Join the Event Safety Alliance and hundreds of fellow travelers January 13-15, 2024 as we navigate turbulent industry seas and raise the standard of safety for all.

Since 2014, the Event Safety Summit has brought together professionals from around the globe and across the entertainment, sports, and corporate event industries to discuss all aspects of safety, security, and health at live events. Featuring a diverse lineup of presentations, panels, workshops, and networking opportunities, the Event Safety Summit provides attendees with actionable ideas, enables collaboration with and communication among like-minded professionals, and sends attendees home with new motivation to put life safety first in their daily work.

Registration opens June 10, so assemble your crew, all aboard, and set a course for San Diego, Fair winds until we see you ashore!