Behind the Curtain: A Legacy Worth Celebrating – The Sims 65th Anniversary
When you’re celebrating 65 years of excellence in heavy equipment and crane services, you don’t throw just any party—you throw a legacy event. That’s exactly what we set out to deliver for Sims Crane & Equipment Co., and the results? An unforgettable, action-packed celebration that honored their history, engaged their community, and showcased the bold spirit of their brand.
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A Venue Built for Big Ideas
With hundreds of guests expected and large-scale equipment on display, Sims needed a venue that could hold both their vision and their cranes. The solution? Fun & Sun, a versatile outdoor venue in Tampa with expansive grounds and iconic airplane hangars that provided the perfect backdrop. This one-of-a-kind space gave us the flexibility to create interactive zones, manage logistics seamlessly, and make room for all the fun.
Designing a Full-Throttle Celebration
Our team worked closely with Sims to transform the space into a branded experience that reflected their story. From custom-built signage and rustic-chic décor to interactive elements for all ages, we pulled out all the stops to make this celebration feel personal, polished, and full of life.
Event Highlights:
- Crane & Truck Rodeo – The crowd favorite. Attendees watched in awe as skilled operators maneuvered machinery with precision and power.
- BBQ Showdown – Smoky, savory, and oh-so-competitive. Teams went head-to-head for bragging rights in this flavorful face-off.
- Live Music & Family Activities – With a curated playlist, kids crafts, bounce houses, and fair-style snacks, the event hit all the right notes.
- Cornhole Tournament – Because no celebration is complete without a little friendly competition.
- BBQ Lunch – Guests were treated to a delicious, made-with-love meal that brought everyone together under the hangars.
- Live Performance by The Phase5 Band – Their high-energy set kept the crowd dancing and added the perfect soundtrack to an already electric day.
Community, Culture & Crane-Sized Fun
This wasn’t just an anniversary—it was a generational celebration. Employees, families, and longtime partners came together to honor where Sims has been and where it’s headed. It was a day full of pride, laughter, and legacy moments that we were honored to help bring to life.
From watching children climb into crane cabins to seeing retirees reconnect over brisket, these are the kinds of moments we live to create.
Trusted Partnerships, Seamless Execution
Every successful event is built on collaboration. We’re grateful to Sims Crane & Equipment Co. for trusting us with such a meaningful milestone, and to our incredible vendors and partners who helped bring it to life—from staging and signage to catering and coordination.
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