Applications for Smirnoff Creative Grants are now closed. Many thanks to all those who applied with their ideas for unique events at their venues.
For more information about how Smirnoff are continuing to support the creation of more one-of-a-kind events and experiences, the type that people look back on and say 'I was there', visit www.facebook.com/smirnoffGB.
WINNING EVENTS HOSTED WITH THE SUPPORT OF THE SMIRNOFF CREATIVE GRANT:
Venue: Scy and Kind Bar in Lincoln
Richard Wycherley applied for a Smirnoff Creative Grant to support his unique 'Painted Circus' event idea. Fire breathers, ring masters and clowns paraded the high street from Kind Bar to Scy club on the night of this circus themed event was hosted in November 2009. Smirnoff arranged a radio campaign on Lincs FM who promoted the event through promo trails and live competition rounds to win free tickets to the night.
Venue: Essence in Kingston-Upon Thames
Smirnoff provided marketing support, including promotion collateral, for the launch party of 'Miss Essence' at Kingston's hottest new club. Guests were greeted by our paparazzi as they walked the red carpet into this 'Premier' event. Once inside guests were treated to a lavish Smirnoff martini reception and other film premier themed entertainment.
Venue: Wheatsheaves and Diva, Frome
Paul Tim applied to host a UV party which was unique as it was the first event of its kind in Frome.
Hosted on the Easter Bank Holiday weekend it was called 'UV Eggstravaganza'. The venue was dressed with UV backdrops and light gel for partygoers in florescent party gear and UV face paint.
UPCOMING WINNING EVENTS TO BE HOSTED WITH THE SUPPORT OF THE SMIRNOFF CREATIVE GRANT:
Venue: Celsius, Bath
The Smirnoff Summer Time Snow Ball will be hosted at Celsius on Saturday 29th May. Snow Kings and Queens will greet you as you enter the winter wonderland and their Ice Bar, then venture through to the warmer areas of the venue where the summer party is hosted with refreshing summer drinks and giveaways.
Venue: The Whitehouse, Clapham, London
On Friday 11th June Big in Ibiza will host 'Twist & Shout' at the Whitehouse. Globally renowned artists will battle to win the crowd over, spinning their favourite records in a competition between the biggest Indie songs and the best Dance anthems.
Venue: Timepiece Nightclub, Exeter
The first time a 'Silent Disco' has come to Exeter, this one-of-a-kind event will be hosted at Exeter's premier student venue, Timepiece.