Elegant event venue with round tables, red tablecloths, glassware, and ambient lighting, viewed from above.

the ultimate event design software


PRODUCE next-level experiences with software that can take you from idea to event in no time.

Work smarter and win more contracts

Bring your vision to life with Vectorworks Spotlight—event design software that works as fast as you do. With tools purpose-built for event production, venue design, and beyond, you can deliver top-quality projects and land more contracts without slowing down.

Event production tools, including curtains, seating, stage deck, stage steps, aisle, and geoimage icons from Vectorworks Spotlight

Leverage tools built for event production

Focus on creativity instead of workarounds with tools built specifically for event production. Design detailed event floor plans, create AV setups, manage pipe-and-drape assemblies, and more—all in one software.

go beyond counting tables and chairs

Harness the power of data to automatically generate accurate, real-time documents that update with design changes, reducing errors and saving time. From floor layouts to inventories and seating counts, you’ll have everything you need for any production.

Rendering of event venue with round tables, blue chairs, elegant table settings, and a stage, under blue and white lighting.

impress clients with dynamic renderings

Stand out from the competition with 3D renderings that sell your vision—complete with realistic lighting, textures, reflections, and atmospheric effects. Effortlessly transform ideas into reality and deliver exactly what you propose every time, without compromises.

Team collaborating in a modern office, with event production software visible on a laptop screen and notebooks on the table.

get up and running Quickly

Get started with online and onsite training opportunities or learn at your own pace with Vectorworks University—home to thousands of tutorials, webinars, and video tech tips. Get hands-on assistance with tailored onboarding and training consultation services. Plus, our technical support team is always here to help.

We can get out proposals with 3D renderings in 90 minutes as opposed to the two days it would take us with AutoCAD.

alex Rose, AV Matters

Maximize Your investment

Design faster, handle greater event volume, and produce high-quality results—leading to happier clients and more business won. Integrated tools for accurate counts, cost tracking, and more eliminate the need for extra software or messy workarounds, making it easy to save time, reduce errors, and grow your business with every event.

Diagram showing workflow efficiencies gained when using Vectorworks Spotlight for event design

I wish I had made the switch sooner. Vectorworks has streamlined my workflow, improved my designs, and ultimately made me a better designer.

Tom Wagman, Sr. Set designer

Top plan view of a seating plan in Vectorworks Spotlight

tailor deliverables for your clients

Fully customize your output to fit any client or event. Import 2D drawings, 3D models, and scanned room data to put your event in context instantly. Easily integrate client branding, apply templates, or reuse custom setups to speed up your process and maintain consistency. With so many tools at your fingertips, you can tailor every deliverable to match your vision so you can deliver projects with greater speed and impact.

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Tackle any event design

Confidently take on any event, no matter the size or complexity. Reliable data management, seamless collaboration, and robust design features make it easy to stay organized and efficient as your needs evolve. See how organizations like The Imagination Collaborative use Vectorworks Spotlight to bring large-scale events to life with precision, flexibility, and creative impact.

Start Creating Standout Events

Design and deliver extraordinary experiences with event design and production software that does it all.