{"id":67368,"date":"2023-09-05T17:09:36","date_gmt":"2023-09-05T21:09:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eventmobi.com\/?p=67368"},"modified":"2025-08-12T12:45:41","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T16:45:41","slug":"conference-gift-bag-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eventmobi.com\/blog\/conference-gift-bag-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"37 Conference Gift Bag Ideas Your Attendees Will Actually Be Excited About"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

From delight to disappointment, conference gift bags can inspire a range of emotions depending on the type of swag and goodies included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As an event planner, you want to surprise your attendees (in a good<\/em> way!) with conference swag bags full of clever, thoughtful, and practical gifts. Easier said than done, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, what should you include in your gift bags to wow your attendees? Although the answer varies based on the type of conference you\u2019re hosting, who your audience is, and who your sponsors are, there are some general rules of thumb to follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we\u2019ll provide tips on best practices (including dos and don\u2019ts for conference swag!) and offer 37 specific conference gift bag ideas<\/em> to inspire you when planning your next event!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Is a Swag Bag Exactly?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Swag bags (AKA goodie bags or gift bags) contain gifts for your conference attendees and offer them something to remember the event by. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSwag\u201d might include sponsored items<\/a> or branded merch and can range from snacks and apparel to gift cards, stationery, and more! In a conference environment, swag bags are a great way to welcome your attendees, develop brand recognition, and promote your sponsors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the name suggests, conference swag often comes in bags<\/em>\u2014paper, plastic, canvas, or tote. However, you have the flexibility to customize your swag bag to reflect the values of your organization. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, if your brand prioritizes sustainability<\/a>, an eco-friendly swag bag made from recycled material is a perfect place to uphold that mission. Or you could go digital with fully virtual packages full of gift cards, downloadable items, or subscriptions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Come Up with Creative Conference Gift Bag Ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The value and contents of what should be included in your conference goodie bags can vary widely between events. At the Oscars, the gift bags are worth up to $148,000<\/a>\u2013but you don\u2019t necessarily need a big budget to make a big impact. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not sure what to put in your conference welcome bag? Here are a few clever and creative ways to generate fresh conference gift bag ideas your attendees will love:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Survey your attendees\u2014before and <\/em>after your event!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The most reliable source for what\u2019s valuable to your attendees? Your attendees themselves!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Take advantage of event management software<\/a> to reach out to registered guests ahead of time, ask about their interests and priorities, and then tailor your event gift bag based on their answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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