Parties can be for various reasons ranging from celebrations of a birthday, housewarming, holidays, engagement, job promotion, etc. The reason for the party sets the tone, theme, menu and guest list.
Why Planning is Important
It is essential to evaluate the preparation process to ensure that the event is on track and budget (Maypole 1). A good party plan details the party date, venue, menu, guests, service providers such as master of ceremony and other intricate details.
Planning Process
Compilation of an efficient and effective checklist ensures that the party planning goes smoothly with no setbacks. The checklist can plan as early as fifteen weeks before the event, depending on the size of the party, to a few hours or days after the function (Maypole 2). This checklist contains dates of the party, the venue, theme, and people designated to perform different tasks with their contact information.
Party Needs
Party needs can be a hustle to figure out, and so their proper planning is essential. Party needs include; caters, security for guests, event’s permit from the police, entertainment for guests and marketing materials for event promotion if need be. Also, it is vital to complete a Carnegie request form where VIP’s will attend the party.
Who to Invite
After deciding and confirming about the purpose, date, and location, it will be vital to make a list of the people who will be attending. It is crucial to make a list of everyone who fits into the party theme, without forgetting to include a family member or friend who may accompany the guests.
Key Steps in Party Planning
Planning of the party on a convenient date and location are vital in ensuring good attendance. Other key steps include choosing a theme, making a guest list, picking time, and dress code. Deciding whether it’ll be indoors or outdoors, in the club, restaurant or at home, as well as planning the activities that will take place during the party, such as what time to eat or play games.
Conclusion
Making a step by step party plan in advance is essential for a smooth flow of events on the party day. It helps the guests to feel safe and relaxed enough to enjoy the party, and this ultimately makes the party a success.
Work Cited
Maypole, Melissa. "An Easy, Step-By-Step Guide To Planning A Party." Everydayfamily, 2018, https://www.everydayfamily.com/an-easy-step-by-step-guide-to-planning-a-party/. Accessed 4 Nov 2018.
