OUR STORY

great big events has been behind the world greatest sporting moments for the past 28 years

Great Big Events (GBE) was established in 1995 by Greg Bowman with the aim of delivering unforgettable events. Since then, GBE has become a world leader in providing fans with unique event experiences across North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East. With over 28 years of experience in events across more than 50 countries, GBE has successfully brought together the elements of sport, culture, and theater to create spectacular entertainment and tangible legacies for clients while balancing sport protocols with unforgettable fan experiences.

Today, GBE's in-house team of experts continues to grow and innovate, always at the forefront of technical developments, pushing creative boundaries, and working closely with clients to create world-class events that captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact. With a passion for delivering unforgettable event experiences, GBE is committed to creating spectacular entertainment and tangible legacies for its clients.

our key points of difference

Talent that builds success

PEOPLE

GBE recognises that its people are its most important asset, and the company is committed to attracting and retaining world-class talent. Its team of experts includes some of the most experienced and respected professionals in the industry, who bring their passion and expertise to every project, from concept to delivery.

Events without borders

GLOBAL REACH

With teams based in Europe, Asia Pacific, North America and the Middle East, GBE has the expertise and resources to deliver events on a global scale. GBE has established stakeholder relationships and partnerships across the world, enabling us to navigate local regulations, cultures and customs seamlessly.

SETTING THE TONE FOR YOUR BIG MOMENT

Music Expertise

GBE understands the power of music for an event. Whether it’s original composition, musical scores or devising tailor-made music programmes, working with acts offering a local flavour to international DJs, our music producers are experts in finding the right song for the right moment, setting the tone for an event and connecting with the audience.

A SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE FROM START TO FINISH

Integrated Solutions

GBE delivers from gates open to gates close. Across fan activations, graphics to screen, announcements, music and showcalling we can integrate brand messaging, commercial opportunities and further social reach to create a full cohesive event experience.

Bringing theatricality and identity to your event

Cultural Knowledge

Our global history gives us a unique grasp of the cultural nuances of a nation and how to truly embrace this identity for organisers, crowds and deliver to a worldwide audience. We pride ourselves on transforming some of the world’s biggest events into dramatic theatrical experiences, and our team has delivered captivating ceremonies, cultural events and more.

Events for a better future

SUSTAINABILITY

GBE is committed to sustainability and strives to minimise the environmental impact of its events. All our work is underpinned by the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, and we work closely with clients and suppliers to implement sustainable practices across everything we do.

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GREAT BIG EVENTS
WAS THERE WHEN...

2022

uefa women's euro (england)

Record-breaking 2022 Women's Euro watched by 365 million globally. The final also drew a record crowd to see England's 2-1 victory over Germany at Wembley with 87,192 in attendance.

2021

15th FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) (abu dhabi)
‍it was the centre of the swimming global sphere with more than 1,100 athletes, from over 183 countries. The action was broadcast to a global TV audience across 133 countries, and 4 World Records were broken.

2020

tokyo olympic & paralympic games
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QATAR’S BARSHIM & ITALY’S TAMBERI SHARE OLYMPIC HIGHJUMP GOLD, TYING ON 2.37-METRE CLEARANCES IN TOKYO.

2019

fiba basketball world cup (china)
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THE FIBA BASKETBALL WORLD CUP 2019ACHIEVES RECORD-BREAKING RESULTS WITH A TV AUDIENCE REACH OF OVER 3 BILLION AND GENERATES A FURTHER 1.5 BILLION VIDEO VIEWS ON SOCIAL MEDIA.

2018

Commonwealth Games (Gold Coast)

AUSTRALIA ESTABLISHES THEIR SPORTING DOMINANCE WITHIN THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES BY WINNING THE MOST GOLDS AND MEDALS.

2017

World Artistic Gymnastics Championships (montreal)

ELLIE BLACK WINS HISTORIC WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SILVER MEDAL IN FRONT OFHOME FANS.

2016

USA Swimming Olympic trials (omaha)

ABBEY WEITZEIL AND SIMONE MANUEL ARE THE FIRST TWO TO THE WALL IN THE 50FREESTYLE.

2015

Pan and Parapan American Games (toronto)

CHAMPION ARTHUR ZANETTI CELEBRATES WINNING RINGS GYMNASTICS GOLD.

2014

fiba basketball world cup (spain)
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KYRIE IRVING LEADS TEAM USA TO FIBA WORLD CUP FINAL WIN OVER SERBIA - REACHING THE MARK OF 63 STRAIGHT WINS AT FIBA GAMES.

2013

afl grand finals (melbourne)
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HAWKS’ CELEBRATE THEIR GREATEST TRIUMPH WINNING THE AFL GRAND FINALS.

2012

manchester city seasons (manchester)

AFTER 44 YEARS, MANCHESTER CITY WINS THE PREMIERSHIP.

2011

Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (perth)
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QUEEN ELIZABETH II AND THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH ARRIVE IN PERTH FOR THE COMMONWEALTH HEADS OF GOVERNMENT MEETING 2011.

2010

Commonwealth Games (delhi)

THAT MATCH IN DELHI: THE DOUBLE-EXTRATIME EPIC BETWEEN THE DIAMONDS AND SILVER FERNS IN DELHI.

2009

Australian Youth Olympics Festival (sydney)

AUSTRALIAN PLAYERS CELEBRATE AFTER WINNING IN EXTRA TIME AGAINST INDIA IN THE MEN’S GOLD MEDAL MATCH.

2008

beijing olympic & paralympic games
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USAIN BOLT TAKES OLYMPIC GLORY WITH A NEW 100M WORLD RECORD.

2007

rugby world cup (france)
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SOUTH AFRICA BECOMES E ONLY THE SECOND COUNTRY TO WIN THE RUGBY WORLD CUP TWICE.

2006

Commonwealth Games (melbourne)

THE MEDAL WINNING SAVILLE SISTERS WALK DOWN MEMORY LANE TO MELBOURNE 2006.

2005

fifa world cup qualifiers (sydney)

SOCCEROOS QUALIFY FOR GERMANY 2006,THEIR FIRST-EVER WORLD CUP.

2004

Athens olympic & paralympic games

SOCCEROOS QUALIFY FOR GERMANY 2006,THEIR FIRST-EVER WORLD CUP.

2003

rugby World Cup (australia & new zealand)

ENGLAND CAPTAIN MARTIN JOHNSON LIFTS THE WEBB ELLIS TROPHY ALOFT AFTER BEATING AUSTRALIA IN THE RUGBY WORLD CUP FINAL.

2002

Commonwealth Games (manchester)

NIGERIA’S TOBI AMUSAN CELEBRATES AFTER WINNING GOLD AND SETTING A COMMONWEALTH GAMES RECORD.

2001

bledisloe cup (sydney)

Australia made it four wins in a row in the Bledisloe Cup, having taken it from New Zealand in 1998.

2000

sydney olympic & paralympic games

CATHY FREEMAN CARRIES BOTH THE ABORIGINAL AND THE AUSTRALIAN FLAGS DURING A VICTORY LAP AFTER WINNING THE WOMEN'S 400M FINAL.

1999

Office of Emergency Services (sydney)

event that Acknowledges the dedication and commitment of the Emergency Service Volunteers and those lost in the line of duty.

1998

sydney swans season

THE 1998 NATIONAL DRAFT IS A SUCCESS STORY WITH RECRUITERS BRINGING IN TWO FUTURE PREMIERSHIP STARS.

1997

australia reconciliation convention
Almost 1800 people attended attended the Australian Reconciliation Convention, a forum for Australians to gather and discuss Indigenous issues.

1996

Sydney Swans season

Young Swans take down Hawks in 1996.

olympics & paralympics

commonwealth games

world championships

world cups