No trucks, no power--no problem! The talented team from Emerald City Designs, a multiple Gala Award winner, brings a breathtaking wedding to historic Mackinac Island in Michigan. Photos courtesy Emerald City Designs.

From smart young event pros to great big DMCs, here are your favorite articles from Special Events for July 2015.

Event designer Billy Butchkavitz turns to the team at Images by Lighting to put the right light on the HBO premiere party for the new dark geopolitical comedy 'The Brink.' Here, we showcase their top tips for great event lighting...

Elias Events turns a warehouse into an amazing 50th birthday party thanks to stunning decor, one-of-a-kind entertainment, and a sly sense of humor. The event is a 2015 Gala Award nominee for its achievement in decor.​ Photos by...

Wilkinson Rhodes, the Gala Award-winning mother-daughter event team, creates a beautiful wedding at the bride's family vacation home in Puerto Vallarta, mixing the bride's love of California chic with rich Mexican culture. Photos...

Multiple Gala Award-winner Designs by Sean creates an evening of romance and sophistication in a rustic garden setting.

Lori Parks Corporate Events takes 33 guests on a classic competition in beautiful Napa Valley, but all with a classy, 1940s vintage spin. The event won a 2015 Special Events Gala Award. It was one swell event! Photos courtesy...