HNTB’s Company Picnic at Brookside Park • Full-Service Event Planning in Pasadena

Company Picnic Planning Pasadena, Done Right

HNTB didn’t just host a picnic—they owned summer. On July 19, 2025, their team took over Brookside Park Annex B in Pasadena for a full-throttle, family-friendly company event powered by Interact Event Productions.

From strategic layout to chef-driven catering, from oversized games to shady seating zones, this was a real-deal celebration for 200+ employees, families, and a few tail-wagging VIPs. We brought in our all-inclusive setup, designed the space with purpose, and delivered a high-energy event that never missed a beat.
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🐾 Yes, there were dogs. And yes, we absolutely loved it.

This is how you do company picnic planning in Pasadena—with direction, style, and a team that knows how to make it click.

​Smart Layout, Seamless Flow

Brookside Park Event Venue - Annex B Picnic Area

Brookside Park Annex B isn’t just a patch of grass — it’s a blank canvas. And when we showed up, we didn’t just fill space, we designed an experience. Our team walked the site early, mapped out every square foot, and created a layout that flowed naturally between food, games, seating, and shade.

We placed the MEGA Field Games right where the open lawn invites movement. Carnival games stood tall against the treeline, drawing attention and creating symmetry. Catering tents? Positioned with airflow and traffic flow in mind — close enough for easy access, but never blocking the fun.
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High-volume areas like shaved ice and beverages were flagged clearly and placed to prevent bottlenecks. Seating was in the sweet spot: shaded, conversational, and central. You could eat, rest, and still catch the action. That’s not luck — that’s deliberate, functional event architecture at one of the best Brookside Park event venues in Pasadena.

Event Layout Walk-Through at Brookside Park (Annex B)​

​This video shows how Brookside Park’s Annex B picnic area was configured for this event, including layout flow, catering placement, entertainment zones, and seating. It’s a straightforward look at how the space was used on event day for a mid-size company picnic.

Full-Service Picnic Catering, Built to Impress

Corporate Catering Pasadena

This wasn’t your average drop-off lunch line. HNTB’s company picnic came with real-deal catering, handled in-house by Interact’s own culinary team. Our mobile kitchen hit the park with everything prepped fresh, cooked onsite, and served by pros who know how to move a crowd without rushing a vibe.
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From smoked tri-tip to hand-tossed salads, every dish came with visual appeal and bold flavor. Guests built full plates, came back for seconds, and never waited long to be served. This is what corporate catering in Pasadena should taste like—efficient, elevated, and built for events that matter.

​🔥 Main Buffet

Guests were welcomed to a buffet spread that had something for everyone—meat lovers, plant-based eaters, and anyone who just loves a great bite. We served:

• Smoked Tri-Tip – tender, juicy, and carved fresh
• Open Flame BBQ Chicken – grilled onsite with smoky skin and a flavorful finish
• Fresh Cut Fruit Salad – bright, colorful, and chilled
• Loaded Homestyle Potato Salad – creamy, hearty, with a little tang
• Garden Veggie Salad Bar – chopped greens with toppings and dressings galore
• Stuffed Grilled Bell Peppers – plant-based perfection for vegan guests

No one went hungry. And yes, seconds were encouraged.

​🌭 Hot Dog Station

This wasn’t your basic “here’s a hot dog” situation. It was a full-blown grill-to-plate station complete with a deluxe condiment bar—chili, cheese, sauerkraut, pickles, and the works.

We served all-beef dogs that had that perfect snap, plus vegan options with a serious flavor upgrade. This add-on hit especially well with kids, casual eaters, and anyone who loves picnic classics done right. Proof that BBQ catering for company events doesn’t have to be all ribs and brisket.

🥤 Beverage Station

Our shaded beverage bar kept the crowd refreshed all day. Iced lemonade, sweet tea, and crisp filtered water flowed from dispensers under a branded tent that looked as good as it functioned.

Plenty of ice. Plenty of cups. Zero confusion. That’s how catering services for corporate picnics should operate—practical, polished, and always prepared for thirsty crowds.

🍧 Fun Food Booth

Shaved ice was the crowd magnet. With self-serve flavor syrups and bright signage, the station stayed busy from start to finish. This kind of setup isn’t just a treat—it’s entertainment.
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People love customizing their own snow cones. And it works. Fast-moving, minimal mess, high visual impact. It’s no surprise this one always gets asked for. If you're looking into fun food rentals in Pasadena, this is a staple.

MEGA Field Games in Full Swing

Nothing brings a team together like structured chaos—and that’s exactly what our MEGA Field Games deliver. For HNTB’s summer company picnic, we rolled out our inflatable arena, set up two prize tables, and let the competition begin. It was high-energy, hosted, and impossible to ignore.

Employees went head-to-head in wild relay races, giant games, and skill-based challenges. Our host kept the mic hot, the crowd laughing, and the players locked in. With satellite speakers pumping clear sound across the field, the whole space came alive.

What makes this different? It’s not just a lawn full of cones and hula hoops. It’s a curated lineup of team building field games that are fast-paced, interactive, and professionally run. Designed for corporate events. Scaled for big groups. Built to make memories.

Nostalgic Carnival Booths That Drew a Crowd at Brookside Park

Two Booths, Four Games, Zero Chill, All Thrill.

Two nostalgic booths. Four classic games. Dozens of grown adults acting like they were ten again—and loving every second of it.

We set up our signature red-and-blue carnival booths right along the main path, so they were impossible to miss. With real attendants running each station and real prizes on the line, the competition got very real, very fast.

There’s something timeless about these games. Maybe it’s the throwback feel, or maybe it’s the fact that no one wants to be the person who misses the last ring toss. Either way, our setup delivered the kind of instant engagement that makes a company picnic more than just lunch in a park.

If you're thinking about carnival game rentals in Los Angeles for your next event, this is the level you want—clean, professional, and actually fun.

Triple Threat Sports Action ​3-in-1🏈⚽⚾ 

Baseball. Football. Soccer. No Waiting.

Some guests come to chill. Others show up to compete. For them, we rolled out the 3-in-1 Sports Trio—an all-in-one inflatable arena where you can launch a perfect spiral, bury a penalty kick, and test your fastball… all in one go.

No long lines. No downtime. Just rapid-fire challenges that had dads, interns, managers, and middle schoolers lining up to prove they still had it. One guy called it “the triathlon for people who don’t like cardio.” We couldn’t agree more.

This is what sports inflatables for corporate events are built for—big visual impact, high throughput, and a safe, low-liability format that works for any age or skill level. Easy to rotate, easy to run, and way more fun than spectating.

🦁 Safari Challenge Obstacle Course

High-Energy Racing That Draws a Crowd

If you were anywhere near the game zone at Brookside Park, you couldn’t miss it—the massive green-and-yellow inflatable Safari Challenge. Dual-sided for head-to-head racing, this obstacle course became an instant magnet for both kids and adults.

Guests lined up to race friends, coworkers, and family members through tunnels, over climbs, and down slides, all while the crowd cheered from the sidelines. The beauty of the Safari Challenge is its versatility—kids burn energy in friendly matchups, while adults rediscover their competitive streak in a safe, laugh-filled showdown.
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Placed right where the action was hottest, the Safari Challenge kept the event energy high and the smiles even higher. Whether you were racing or spectating, it was impossible not to get caught up in the excitement.

The Social Lounge Games for Grown-Ups

Strategic Social Games Designed for Adult Engagement

Not everyone wants to sprint, slide, or dive into competition. Some prefer their fun a little more strategic, a little more social—and yes, still a little competitive.

That’s where our Adult Fun Zone came in.

Oversized Connect 4 and classic picnic-style Ping Pong offered just the right blend of interaction and downtime. These weren’t filler attractions—they were consistently busy with guests laughing, talking smack, and quietly stacking wins between bites and beverages.

If you're building out company picnic adult activities that keep people engaged without burning them out, this setup nails it. Interactive without being exhausting. Competitive without being loud. And always part of the action—not off in some forgotten corner.

​Strategic Seating That Keeps Everyone in the Action

Our Table Layout Strategy: Stay Seated, Stay Involved

At Interact Event Productions, we don’t just drop tables wherever they fit—we design seating like it’s part of the experience. For HNTB’s company picnic, every 60” round table, every set of folding chairs, and every umbrella was placed with intention.

We positioned seating right in the heart of the action: close to the buffet, within view of the MEGA Field Games, steps from the inflatables, and just a short walk to the Fun Foods tent. Parents could relax while keeping an eye on their kids. Teammates could spectate the games while refueling. Nobody had to choose between sitting down and missing out.

We also anchored every table with custom-fitted covers (no wind-blown mess here) and 9’ market umbrellas for shade—because comfort matters when you're spending hours outdoors.

If you're looking into company picnic table and chair rentals in Pasadena, this is what it should look like: thoughtful, functional, and part of the overall event design—not an afterthought.

Why We’re the Go-To Team for Brookside Park Corporate Events

Best Company Picnic Planners Los Angeles County

There’s a reason we get called back to Brookside Park again and again: we don’t just set up events—we engineer them. From the moment we scout a site like Annex B, we're thinking like planners and guests. Where will the breeze flow? What’s the natural footpath? Where can we set up games so parents can still see their kids? How do we design a layout that makes every activity feel connected?

This HNTB picnic wasn’t a one-off—it’s what we do every weekend across Los Angeles County. Full-service company picnic planning with custom layouts, proprietary catering, our own entertainment inventory, and a team that’s been doing it together for decades. No outsourcing. No guesswork. No waiting around for vendors to “coordinate.” It’s all us.
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If you’re booking at Brookside Park, you want a team that knows the layout, understands city permitting, and can pull off an event for 200+ guests without breaking a sweat. That’s Interact Event Productions. That’s why we’re the best company picnic planners in Los Angeles County.