At ACP Entertainment, we’ve started noticing something interesting—and honestly, pretty exciting. More and more of our customers are planning their events on weekdays, and here’s the kicker: their turnout is often higher than expected.
That’s right. While the traditional mindset leans toward planning events on weekends, the tide is shifting—and for good reason. Weekday events might just be your secret weapon for a more successful, more attended event. Here’s why:
1. Less Competition for Time
Weekends are packed. Birthday parties, weddings, sports tournaments, family obligations—you name it, it’s happening on a Saturday or Sunday. That means your event is just one of many on someone’s calendar, and it may not make the cut.
Weekdays, on the other hand, are a lot quieter. With fewer competing events, your gathering has a much better chance of having higher RSVP’s and turnout.
2. Easier to Secure the Best Entertainment
Booking your event on a weekday opens up a lot more availability—not just for venues, but also for premium entertainment options. Our inflatables, rides, and carnival games are in high demand on weekends, but weekday slots often have much more flexibility and availability. That means you often get first pick of our attractions (just make sure to book early still).
3. Great for Corporate Events
Businesses already operate on weekdays and often your staff doesn’t want to spend one more day of their week at a work function. So why not plan your event during days when your team is already working? You could shorten the work day to have the event or have the event in the evening when their families can attend. We always recommend planning work events where families can come-it’s so much better for morale with when spouses and kids can see where you work and who you work with.
4. Higher Engagement, Less Stress
When attendees don’t feel like they have to “squeeze in” your event, they show up more relaxed and ready to enjoy. We’ve heard it from our clients time and time again: weekday events feel more focused, more laid back, and more successful—because people aren’t rushing from one thing to the next.
5. It Just Works
We’ve seen the data firsthand. Our customers who plan weekday events often report better-than-expected attendance and stronger engagement throughout the event. Whether it’s a company picnic, church celebration, or school carnival, weekday events are proving to be a smart move.
Bottom Line? Don’t Overlook the Power of a Weekday.
If you’re planning an event and want to maximize turnout, avoid schedule conflicts, and get more value for your budget, consider a weekday. It might feel unconventional—but it works. And we’re here to help you make it happen.
Let’s bring the fun to your weekday event. Contact us today to start planning something unforgettable.
