There’s something about seeing a message spelled out in lights that immediately changes a room.

For the Auburn Women’s Basketball Stripes Gala, Fancy That had the opportunity to create a statement marquee installation featuring our 4-foot illuminated WAR EAGLE letters.

Set against the dark backdrop and overlooking the event space, the finished display became more than décor—it created a focal point that immediately connected the room to Auburn spirit.

Event Décor That Makes an Impact

Large events need décor that can hold its own in a large space.

Small tabletop details are important, but when guests walk into a ballroom or event venue, there should be something that catches their attention from across the room.

That’s where oversized marquee letters work especially well.

For the Stripes Gala, WAR EAGLE stretched across the front of the event space, creating a bright, recognizable statement without competing with the rest of the room.

The warm marquee bulbs also gave the display a completely different feel once the surrounding event lighting was lowered.

Why Marquee Letters Work So Well for University Events

College and university events are perfect for large-scale personalized décor because there are so many ways to make the installation specific to the organization or occasion.

Marquee letters can be used for:

• School names and initials
• Mascots and school sayings
• Alumni events
• Athletic banquets
• Fundraisers and galas
• Recruiting events
• Homecoming celebrations
• Graduation events
• Donor events
• Awards ceremonies
• Team celebrations
• Photo opportunities

Instead of generic event décor, the display becomes part of the identity of the event.

For Auburn, few phrases could make that connection more quickly than WAR EAGLE.

More Than Just a Photo Backdrop

One thing we love about marquee installations is that they don't have to be confined to a traditional photo booth.

They can anchor a stage, frame an entrance, create a focal point beside a dance floor, highlight a sponsor area, or simply fill a large space that would otherwise feel empty.

And yes—they inevitably become a photo opportunity too.

Guests naturally gravitate toward something personalized, oversized and illuminated.

That means the décor continues working throughout the event as guests photograph it and share those images online.

Bringing Custom Event Décor to Auburn and Beyond

Fancy That provides marquee rentals and custom event décor throughout Columbus, Georgia, Auburn and Opelika, Alabama, and surrounding areas.

Our marquee inventory can be combined with balloon installations, backdrops, branded photo opportunities, florals, props and custom event styling to create everything from a simple statement piece to a full event experience.

Whether you're planning an athletic banquet, university gala, corporate event, fundraiser, school celebration or private party, our goal is the same:

Create something people notice when they walk in—and remember when they leave.

Planning an Event?

If you're planning an upcoming event in Auburn, Opelika, Columbus or the surrounding region, Fancy That would love to help create a custom installation for your space.

From a single marquee number to an entire phrase in lights, we can help turn an empty area into one of the most photographed spots at your event.

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