During 2023, our bar catering company experienced exponential growth and expansion, and the year isn’t even over yet! This has been a whirlwind year for us, as we moved into a new market and took the concessions industry by storm. As we near the end of the year, we thought we’d share a behind-the-scenes glimpse of our remarkable 2023—a year of growth, triumphs, and the promise of many more exciting ventures on the horizon.
r.Cup – Peak Beverage’s New Green Initiative
r.Cup has teamed up with us this year to help reduce waste at concessions events! r.Cup is the #1 reuse platform in the U.S., bringing environmental solutions to live events and other operations. They make it easy to eliminate single-use waste. We used r.Cup’s reusable cups across many different concessions events throughout the year, saving 64,480 plastic cups year to date from going into landfills! We are thrilled to continue this initiative in 2024 and beyond!
Zeds Dead & Independence Eve – Civic Center Park
This year we partnered with the world-renowned concert producer AEG and Denver’s Civic Center Conservatory for a two-day Independence Eve and Zeds Dead & Friends Backyard Jamboree. It was an exhilarating experience for us as it marked our second consecutive year running concessions for this grand celebration. Set against the magnificent backdrop of the Civic Center, thousands of Coloradans congregated to commemorate the holiday spirit while immersing themselves in the electrifying ambiance of live music.
Our dedicated team served an array of delightful drinks, including the crowd-favorite “Summer Dayz” and refreshing “Life’s A Peach” cocktails. However, our offerings didn’t stop there; we also introduced a unique twist to the festivities with our boozy snow cones, a delightful and innovative treat that quickly became a hit among attendees.
We also partnered with AEG for a multitude of other amazing events such as Regenerate, Lane 8, Endless Sunshine, and Dusty Boots!
Dripping Springs Pride
One of our first Texas concessions events this year was the Dripping Springs Pride Festival. At this two-day extravaganza, we proudly served up an array of Pride-themed cocktails, each sip a celebration of love and unity. Our drinks, like “Love Wins” and “Pride Punch,” were a huge hit. People laughed, made friends, and created lasting memories. The event was lively and full of excitement. We can’t wait to come back and make more great memories next year!
Vortex Meow Wolf – The Junkyard, Denver CO
Through relationship building and a strong ongoing partnership with Live Nation and Meow Wolf, we partnered with the team for the second year of Vortex at The Junkyard. Vortex is a multifaceted music festival put on by Meow Wolf where the dance floor is the quintessential immersive experience. Working at Meow Wolf Vortex wasn’t just a job; it was a chance to add to the festival’s creative atmosphere and community happiness. When the festival ended, we felt proud to be part of this unique event where music, art, and our bartending skills came together to make lasting memories for everyone. Sustainability was huge at this event and we were so grateful to work with people who valued the sustainable efforts that go into concessions. Check out our fun stats from this year’s sustainability program:
13th Floor Entertainment Group
Working the bar across 13 Floor’s multitude of haunted houses (the largest haunted house group in the world) has been an exhilarating experience, immersing us in a world of spine-tingling excitement and electrifying energy. Amidst the eerie atmosphere, we embraced the supernatural vibe, conjuring up haunting cocktails like the enchanting “Witch’s Brew,” a potion that cast its spell with every sip, and our daring “Liquid Courage” shot, empowering thrill-seekers to face their fears. The flickering candlelight, the distant echoes of laughter, and the occasional shrieks from the haunted corridors created an atmosphere charged with both fear and fascination. Click here to learn more and get tickets for your next spooky adventure.
What an exciting whirlwind of a year! We are deeply grateful for the opportunities, the friendships forged, and the lessons learned. As we look forward to 2024, we anticipate even more adventures, innovations, and the chance to create countless more memories. Thank you for being a part of our remarkable journey, and make sure to stay tuned for our next blog featuring all the holiday markets we’ll be at in the next few months. Here’s to the memories made and the ones yet to come. Cheers to a fantastic year and an even brighter future!