After a long stressful period, we are finally back to a phase where we can interact, get together, and unwind with the people we love the most. At this time, especially in the holiday season, you want everything to go as smoothly as possible. It’s never nice to realize that you forgot to invite someone or forgot to make a certain arrangement halfway through the party. Here are a few tips from the professionals to help you put together a party everyone will enjoy and remember.
1. Get A Theme
Too often we go to a party or host a party where there isn’t too much excitement. Sure, it’s fun to meet friends and family, but there should be some way to make it a little special. Giving the party a theme can make it a little bit more interesting. This theme can be carried out in the way people dress, the way the party venue is decorated, or even in the way that the food is served. It adds a kind of culture to the party, a common value that everyone shares as long as they are part of that gathering.
2. Shortlist Candidates
Nothing kills the party mood faster than knowing that you have left someone out. On the other hand, having too many guests can also be a problem. Not knowing how many people to expect can be a challenge when you’re planning. To solve this, use technology and post the message in your group. This also saves you the trouble of inviting the wrong people. Sometimes when you are sending out mass messages, you can send them to people you didn’t intend to. Make a group for all the people that you want at the party, and communicate through that platform.
3. Arrange For Supplies
Lights, speakers, party poppers, and food are some of the basic things that you need at the party. Whether it is for friends, family, or both, your level of preparation will determine how enjoyable it is for them. If it’s a last-minute situation, you can buy what you need from a website and have it delivered rather than going out to get them. You can use this time to prep the area or tend to other matters that need your physical presence. From food to alcohol to a DJ, you can find everything online, for a great price.
4. Consider Backups
We’ve all been to that party where something or the other ran out, and then a friend had to go get supplies. That always ruins the mood, and sometimes it is not even feasible. This is why having a headcount helps. If you have a little leftover, you can always repurpose it or give it to someone else who needs it. It’s mainly food and drinks that can’t be kept for too long after the party, but you can always donate those as well. At a party, you would rather have a little more than you need rather than fall short of necessities.
5. Check For Regulations
Things have changed after the pandemic of 2019. You want to make sure that you are allowed to have the kind of party that you have in mind. Especially if you are going to have a lot of people indoors or playing loud music. Just double-check with regulations to save yourself any trouble in the middle of the party. Usually, a BBQ out in the open will not be a problem, but loud music might be.
6. Music
With the theme sorted out, your supplies ready, and your house decorated for the function, all you need now is some music to improve the ambiance and take the party to the next level. Having a good audio setup will facilitate a lot of other activities. While you could have some nice background music playing throughout the party, through a good audio setup you can play the birthday song when it’s time to cut the cake, you could use it as an announcement system if you are playing charades, and you can even use it to play the infamous musical chairs. Home speakers are good, but having proper outdoor sound equipment will really improve the overall atmosphere. Plus, they aren’t too expensive to rent, either.
Even though the pandemic situation has calmed down a lot, it is still a threat that is always lurking in the background. If everyone else isn’t being careful, then take it upon yourself to advise everyone to be careful and responsible. If they aren’t feeling well, there is no harm in sitting this one out. As a host, you should also consider the space that you have and the number of people that are coming over. There is nothing wrong with breaking the group down into two portions and having two separate, slightly smaller parties. With the holidays coming up, there will be plenty of time to catch up with everyone.
Carol
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