The holiday season is right around the corner, and if you're tasked with planning your company’s celebration, annual gala, or community gathering, you already know one truth: people don’t just want a party anymore — they want an experience.

In 2025, guests crave immersive, interactive moments that feel personal, modern, and unforgettable. The good news? Creating that atmosphere isn’t complicated when you know which trends actually matter.

Here are the must-have entertainment trends defining holiday events this year — and how to make them part of your celebration.

🎄High-Tech Photo Booth Experiences (Far Beyond a Selfie Station)

Basic photo booths are out.

Luxury photo experiences are in.

In 2025, guests expect more than a quick snapshot — they want creativity, customization, and quality that keeps them coming back all night. That’s why high-end booths like the Mirror X, Sphere 360, and editorial-style Luxe Mirror are becoming holiday staples.

Picture this:

✨ Guests in their best festive attire

✨ A custom holiday overlay with your company branding

✨ Studio-grade lighting

✨ Instant digital sharing

✨ Prints they’ll actually keep

Holiday booths are no longer a side activity — they're the main event.

💡 Intelligent Lighting That Sets the Mood Instantly

The fastest way to transform a room? Lighting.

In 2025, events are trading harsh fluorescent lights for intelligent lighting systems that shift with the energy of the night. Warm, cozy tones during dinner. Crisp spotlighting during awards. Vibrant, dynamic motion during the dance floor.

It’s not just ambiance — it’s artistry.

And it ensures every moment feels intentional.

🎶 DJs Who Curate Energy — Not Just Play Music

A playlist can’t read a room.

A professional DJ can.

Holiday events in 2025 are leaning into DJs who blend:

🎧 modern remixes,

🎧 corporate-friendly crowd-pleasers,

🎧 throwback nostalgia,

🎧 and seamless transitions that keep energy flowing.

From corporate banquets to nonprofit galas, a skilled DJ shapes the entire evening — without stealing the spotlight. And with DJs like DJ Dusty and DJ WillDaBeats, you’re getting more than music… you’re getting experience curation.

📸 AI-Enhanced Photo Fun (Tasteful + On-Brand)

AI isn’t a gimmick anymore — it’s becoming an expected experience.

Guests love seeing themselves transformed into:

✨ vintage holiday portraits

✨ cute characters

✨ festive winter scenes

✨ branded company themes

But here’s the key:

It must remain tasteful, fun, and aligned with the event’s atmosphere.

When done well, AI boosts engagement, shareability, and your event’s overall polish.

🥂 Guest Interaction Moments That Break the Ice

Corporate and community holiday parties can feel stiff at the start.

In 2025, the trend is to warm up the room quickly with:

✔ custom guestbooks (video or audio)

✔ interactive trivia

✔ themed props and signage

✔ experiential photo moments

✔ memory-making stations

These micro-experiences help guests connect — and give them something fun to talk about immediately.

🎁 Branded Experiences Guests Actually Want to Share

The goal isn’t logos everywhere.

The goal is brand moments people want to post.

Examples include:

🎄 custom holiday overlay designs

🎄 branded printouts guests display at their desks

🎄 subtle logo placement on screens, guestbooks, or animated graphics

🎄 themed backdrops that match your event aesthetic or company identity

When your branding integrates naturally into a gorgeous experience, it gets shared organically — and proudly.

⭐ Seamless Coordination So You Can Actually Enjoy the Party

Behind every great holiday event is a team managing timelines, transitions, and a million unseen details.

The 2025 trend?

Stress-free planning.

More organizations are bringing in professionals to manage:

🕔 entertainment flow

🕔 vendor communication

🕔 setup & breakdown

🕔 timelines

🕔 awards & announcements

So leaders and attendees can relax, mingle, and enjoy the night.

❄️ Holiday Events in 2025 Are All About Moments That Matter

Whether it’s a corporate celebration, a glitzy gala, or a laid-back community party, one thing is consistent: your guests want to feel engaged, valued, and part of something special.

With the right entertainment team — DJs who elevate the atmosphere, luxury photo experiences that wow, and coordination that keeps everything seamless — your holiday event becomes effortless and unforgettable.

If you're ready to bring these trends to life, Wonderwall Events is here to make your celebration shine brighter than ever.