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Ideas, Inspiration, and Insights From the SKY Armory Team

Planning your event comes with a lot of questions. Our blog is where you'll find answers, ideas, and inspiration drawn from years of experience planning and hosting events of every kind. From wedding planning tips and menu inspiration to behind-the-scenes looks at real events and what's happening in downtown Syracuse, there's something here for every stage of your planning process. Browse the latest posts below.

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Creative Ideas for Your Corporate Holiday Party

Creative Ideas for Your Corporate Holiday Party SKY StaffNov 9, 20234 min read6 ideas from Sky Armory to help you get started planning your 2023 or 2024 corporate holiday party...Photo From a Sky Armory Party Corporate holiday parties are an...

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Wedding Trends for 2024

Wedding Trends for 2024SKY StaffOct 18, 20233 min readPhoto from a Sky Armory WeddingWhen it comes to wedding trends, it can be hard to keep up on what’s new. For example, many planners believe that traditional guest books are outdated. Whereas...

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Celebrating Socially & Distantly

celebrating socially & distantly SKY StaffJul 23, 20202 min read We held our first wedding (yeah!) for only 50 guests (boo!) and wanted to share how everyone worked together for the safety of the guests, vendors and event staff. We started with...

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Micro Weddings at SKY Armory

Micro Weddings SKY StaffJul 9, 20203 min readMicro Weddings and Pop-up Weddings have been gaining ground as couples want to start their married lives without the pressures and expense of planning a wedding for 150+ guests. The appeal of the micro...

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SKY Armory Reopen REMIX

SKY Armory Reopen REMIXSKY StaffMay 31, 20202 min readUpdated: Jun 22, 2020We are excited that Central New York is officially in Phase 2. We look forward to getting haircuts and having more people back in downtown Syracuse. I have not had a haircut...

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Reopening SKY Armory

Reopening SKY ArmorySKY StaffMay 23, 20202 min readUpdated: Jun 22, 2020We have been in the news recently talking about our reopen plans which may have confused some people. How can you put 150 people in a ballroom for hours and maintain social...

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Magnificent Meals: Pop-Up Dinner at SKY Armory

Magnificent Meals: Pop-Up Dinner at SKY ArmorySKY StaffFeb 12, 20202 min read At the end of nearly every wedding SKY Armory hosts, we hear the same question: "Where can I get more of that food?" This is because at SKY Armory, we pride ourselves on...

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How to Rock the Mismatched Bridesmaid Look

How to Rock the Mismatched Bridesmaid LookSKY StaffSep 19, 20192 min readSo you want to spice the look of your bridal party up a bit, but don't exactly know how. If you haven't already thought of mismatched dresses yet, you might want to! Not only...

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Favorite Summer Wedding Ideas from the SKY Team

Favorite Summer Wedding Ideas from the SKY TeamSKY StaffAug 7, 20192 min readWe're in the heart of summer wedding season here at SKY, and we've seen some great ideas come through our doors already. Our brides have brought with them some incredible...

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Gourmet food display with wine, cheese, and fresh produce at Sky Armory.

SKY Hosts Syracuse Chef Challenge for NATJA

SKY Hosts Syracuse Chef Challenge for NATJASKY StaffJul 26, 20192 min readIn May, the North American Travel Journalists Association visited Syracuse for its annual conference. During their time in the Salt City, journalists enjoyed a...

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What to Expect at the 17th Annual WISE Symposium

What to Expect at the 17th Annual WISE SymposiumSKY StaffApr 12, 20193 min readUpdated: Apr 15, 2019Each year, the WISE Symposium provides a setting of inspiration for Central New York’s leading female entrepreneurs, creators and innovators. The...

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Decorative dessert table with personalized signs and treats for a party.

Late-Night Snacks: Why + What You Should Offer

Late-Night Snacks: Why + What You Should OfferSKY StaffMar 26, 20192 min readOn wedding days, a few things almost always hold true. Emotions are running high, someone will cry, and guests come prepared to party. Even with the most delicious meal,...

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Shamrock Juice

Shamrock Juice SKY StaffMar 13, 20191 min readThe St. Patrick's Day Parade Party is just around the corner - Saturday March 16! This year's most sought after concoction- Shamrock Juice. Make it at home to prepare yourselves (and get excited) for...

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Your Guide to Photo Locations in Downtown Syracuse

Your Guide to Photo Locations in Downtown Syracuse SKY StaffFeb 1, 20192 min readWhen you choose to get married in downtown Syracuse, awesome photo locations are often overlooked. We wouldn't want anybody to miss out on the beautiful scenery that...

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College Sweethearts

College Sweethearts SKY StaffJan 17, 20191 min readJenn and Jordan met in college and were friends for years before finally realizing they were prefect for each other. After five years of dating, Jordan popped the question one simple morning upon...

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What You Should Know: Venue Tour Edition

What You Should Know: Venue Tour Edition SKY StaffJan 3, 20194 min readYou get engaged, you tell everyone you know, and then you throw a party. Now it's time to get down to business. Typically, the first step is deciding on a venue. The venue...

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Bride and groom celebrating on rooftop at sunset with champagne.

Combining Cultures

Combining CulturesSKY StaffDec 17, 20181 min readJackie and Zerah met on a dating site in 2015 while he was practicing medicine in Syracuse. Three years after their first date to Sakana Ya in downtown Syracuse, they combined their cultures and...

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Bride and groom portrait at wedding celebration.

Wedding Planning on a Budget

Wedding Planning on a Budget SKY StaffDec 5, 20183 min readLets face it - weddings are expensive. Here are a few ways to make sure you stay within your budget. Set Your Budget When it comes down to it, your loved ones are there to celebrate you,...

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Cape Cod Comes to CNY

Cape Cod Comes to CNY SKY StaffOct 22, 20181 min readRyan and Tyler ironically met on Facebook through a mutual friend even though they both swore off online dating. After about two years of dating, Ryan took Tyler to their family vacation spot of...

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A Taste of SKY

A Taste of SKYSKY StaffOct 9, 20182 min readUpdated: Oct 10, 2018When you book with SKY Armory, you're committing to more than just a venue, you're committing to a wedding experience you'll always remember. With the assistance of your SKY planner,...

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7 Ways to Reduce Stress Before the Big Day

7 Ways to Reduce Stress Before the Big DaySKY StaffOct 5, 20182 min readNothing in this world is more important than your mental health, no matter what anyone else tells you. It affects how we think, feel and act. It also determines how we handle...

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Koo Koo For Kukucka

Koo Koo For Kukucka SKY StaffSep 10, 20182 min readAdam and Trista had been together three and a half years by the time he proposed, so the element of surprise was quickly fleeting. They had already talked about future plans together, so if he had...

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Meet Your Planners

Meet Your PlannersSKY StaffAug 16, 20184 min readThe Event Planners are the backbone to SKY events. I mean without them would we even have an event in the first place? Probably not. Design meetings, room layouts and running down the street to buy a...

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5 Wedding Bouquet Do’s and Dont’s

5 Wedding Bouquet Do's and Dont's SKY StaffAug 14, 20182 min read To many, wedding bouquets are just one more little detail to worry about, but they're meant to be more than just a detail. Wedding bouquets have history. Hundreds of years ago the...

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Chef Challenge ingredient list on blackboard at SKY Armory event.

Chef Challenge Syracuse meets SKY Armory

Chef Challenge Syracuse meets SKY ArmorySKY StaffAug 7, 20182 min readUpdated: Nov 30, 2018 The Chef Challenge started in Syracuse, NY as a collaborative, community-based marketing experiment. Within four months the team was bringing boxes of...

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Promoting Attendance at Non-Profit Events

Promoting Attendance at Non-Profit Events SKY StaffAug 2, 20183 min readNonprofit organizations often rely on an annual event to raise money and improve awareness of their mission. These can include silent auctions, conferences, fun runs, guest...

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Planning a Multicultural Wedding

Planning a Multicultural WeddingSKY StaffJul 30, 20183 min readUpdated: Aug 1, 2018I am originally from the Middle East, and I know how hard it is to find a wedding venue that gets my culture, traditions, and most importantly, food. Whether you’re...

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Indian bride and groom in traditional attire during wedding ceremony.

Danielle & Siraj – Sarah Heppel Blog

All PostsSKY Weddings Syracuse WeddingsWedding Planning TipsWedding Inspiration & TrendsCorporateFood & BeverageGuest Bloggers SearchDanielle & Siraj - Sarah Heppel BlogSKY StaffJul 11, 20181 min readSeptember 22 2017SKY Weddings...

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Best Places for a Rehearsal Dinner in Syracuse

Best Places for a Rehearsal Dinner in Syracuse SKY StaffMay 16, 20253 min readUpdated: Jun 26, 2025The rehearsal dinner is one of the most exciting parts of your wedding weekend. It’s a time for friends and family to come together in a more relaxed...

Bridesmaids in pastel dresses holding bouquets at SKY Armory spring wedding.

Spring Weddings at SKY Armory

Spring Weddings at SKY ArmorySKY StaffMar 6, 20253 min readTom Studios PhotographySpring is a season of renewal, blossoming flowers, and fresh beginnings, making it one of the most magical times of the year to tie the knot. With the weather warming...

Bride and groom cutting wedding cake at reception.

Wedding Trend Wednesday: Unexpected Reds

Wedding Trend Wednesday: Unexpected Reds SKY StaffJan 8, 20252 min readPhoto by: Emily Netti Photography (Nicolette & Tyler, SKY Armory, October 2024)Welcome to Wedding Trend Wednesday, where we spotlight the latest wedding trends to inspire...

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Wow Your Guests With Wedding Favors They’ll Enjoy!

Wow Your Guests With Wedding Favors They’ll Enjoy!SKY StaffJul 30, 20242 min readUpdated: Jan 7, 2025Wedding favors. These can be a controversial topic. Some people believe that wedding favors are a great way to show guests that their presence is...

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5 Tips for Planning Your Dream Wedding

5 Tips for Planning Your Dream WeddingSKY StaffMay 16, 20243 min readUpdated: Jun 26, 2025Emily Kae PhotographySo you’re planning a wedding! This is an extremely exciting time, but it can also feel overwhelming if you’re not sure where to start....

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Romantic wedding couple at sunset in downtown Syracuse with city skyline.

Your Guide to Photo Locations in Downtown Syracuse

Your Guide to Photo Locations in Downtown Syracuse SKY StaffFeb 1, 20192 min readWhen you choose to get married in downtown Syracuse, awesome photo locations are often overlooked. We wouldn't want anybody to miss out on the beautiful scenery that...

Interior of event venue with decorated tables and string lights for a celebration.

What You Should Know: Venue Tour Edition

What You Should Know: Venue Tour Edition SKY StaffJan 3, 20194 min readYou get engaged, you tell everyone you know, and then you throw a party. Now it's time to get down to business. Typically, the first step is deciding on a venue. The venue...

Two smiling women at a wedding reception table with greenery and candles.

Meet Your Planners

Meet Your PlannersSKY StaffAug 16, 20184 min readThe Event Planners are the backbone to SKY events. I mean without them would we even have an event in the first place? Probably not. Design meetings, room layouts and running down the street to buy a...

Person wrapping gifts for a non-profit event with laptop and decorations.

Promoting Attendance at Non-Profit Events

Promoting Attendance at Non-Profit Events SKY StaffAug 2, 20183 min readNonprofit organizations often rely on an annual event to raise money and improve awareness of their mission. These can include silent auctions, conferences, fun runs, guest...

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