What Are You Thankful For ?

Building & Expanding the Thankful For- The Series: A Journey of Celebration, Gratitude, and Community

Back in December 2019, Adeile (co/founder & Experience Curator for “ThankfulFor- The Series”) had this simple idea - celebrate life with friends & community - & manifested it by kicking it off on his dining table with a few close friends who then became co/founders & some partners.

They collectively shared the concept of celebrating life through gratitude, using the festive spirit of the yuletide season as their backdrop. That day on his dining table creating memories gave birth to “Thankful For Life”, a unique experience centered on the values of thanksgiving and appreciation—a rare and intimate gathering that immediately resonated with those who joined in the years after.

As they hosted these parties each December, it became clear that there was something special the partners wanted to do. What started as a close-knit tradition grew year by year, fueled by the enthusiasm, joy & connection from the community of friends they built.

The realization that people weren’t just enjoying these party—they were drawn to the experience that allowed them to pause, reflect, and celebrate what truly matters. This feedback and engagement is the driving force behind this growth.

The Expansion: Meeting Demand, Sharing the Experience

After four successful years of ‘Thankful For Life,’ we have been hearing from more and more people who want to be part of this experience beyond the holiday season. They want the magic of the “Thankful For” with a broader audience, in different forms, and throughout the year.

This has sparked the expansion;

• Thankful For Easter – a springtime celebration filled with renewal and new beginnings.

• Thankful For Summer – a vibrant, sun-kissed affair that embraces warmth and life.

• Thankful For The Tropics – an immersive tropical experience that takes the spirit of gratitude to exotic heights.

Each of these experiences will carry the core DNA of the original “ThankfulFor- Life” event but be tailored to reflect the essence of their respective seasons. By broadening the scope of the new mother brand “ThankfulFor- The Series”, it is able to create year-round touchpoints for people to come together and share in moments that go beyond the ordinary.

Why Niche & Thematic Experiences Matter

In today’s lifestyle world, where - most times - large scale, one-size-fits-all events often dominate, there is growing demand for niche, thematic experiences—curated spaces that speak to specific audiences, values, and cultures (Element House, Sunday Service, Even In The Day).

This is exactly where the Thankful For - The Series comes in.

For us, it’s about more than just throwing a party— it’s about offering people an escape from the “noise”, a space where you can connect, celebrate, and be inspired by the spirit of thanksgiving, no matter the season. With our new seasonal editions, we are aiming to create that special environment all year long, continuing to build a strong and engaged community around gratitude.

As we move forward with these exciting new chapters, we at “ThankfulFor— The Series” are grateful to everyone who has been part of the journey so far. The feedback, enthusiasm, and love from our community have been pivotal in shaping this next phase, and we are eager to see how the ThankfulFor— The Series continues to grow and inspire.

Stay tuned—there’s so much more to come, until then,