Hosting a party can be a joyful and satisfying experience, but the prospect can be tricky without enough entertaining ideas. Whether you’re entertaining friends, coworkers, strangers or family, the more inspiration you have for your party, the better.
But how do you know which ideas work best? Luckily, party planning experts agree on the basics. Here are some important entertaining tips to remember for your next party:
Be realistic about your guest list
One of the most important ways to guarantee a great party hosting experience is to not let the number of guests overwhelm you and your space. While the allure of large parties can be enchanting, the logistics of entertaining big groups can be taxing and complex.
Instead, think about the type of party you want to have and the sort of activities you would like to include. A formal dinner party will be more restricted by your available space and dining furniture, whereas a casual, daytime birthday party leaves more room for mingling throughout multiple areas.
Plan & prepare
To wow your guests without creating extra work for yourself, plan ahead as much as possible. Food, drink, setup and takedown are all aspects of a party to consider beforehand. For a theme party, you may need extra time to find the perfect decor. If you’re planning to cook an elaborate meal, try practicing the recipes - especially for larger quantities.
Stay on budget
You can have a fantastic party without going over budget. While things like food, drink and decor can add up quickly, you can save money on the fun by orchestrating classic party games.
With a deck of playing cards, for instance, you can create hours of enjoyment for groups of various sizes. Board games are perfect for small groups, and larger scale activities like lawn golf or backyard badminton are simple to DIY.
Don’t forget: you deserve to have fun while entertaining, too! No matter the size of your house or the number of guests you invite, these tips will help you throw an excellent party without unnecessary stress.
About the Author
Carolyn Andrews
Carolyn Andrews has over 30 years licensed Brokerage experience in both California and Colorado. Born in England, Carolyn moved to California in 1980, then relocated to Denver, Colorado in 1991. Carolyn has also received recognition for Top Sales at RE/MAX Alliance Aurora in 2007-2008 and is a member of the RE/MAX Hall of Fame & Chairman’s Club, as well as a recipient of the ReMax Lifetime Achievement Award. Carolyn has sold over 2000 homes personally in her career. Carolyn has been actively involved in many aspects of the Real Estate business including investment property, luxury homes, mountain resort property, skiin/ski out, REO/default management, loss mitigation, valuations, and disposition. She has been a speaker and panelist at several conferences and has been consulted on many occasions by various organizations in the REO/financial industries for her expertise and served on many boards. She has attended numerous ongoing classes to stay abreast of changes in the ever-evolving Real Estate industry. She is the prior State Director for Colorado for VAREP(Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals). She is a member of 3 boards of Realtors including Metro Denver, Colorado Springs and Summit County mountain areas. She heads up The Andrews Group and is or has been an active member of NAR, CAR,REOMAC, CIPS, CRS, AREAA, NAPW, NAHREP, and is an original member of the ELITEReal Estate network. She was ranked #1 for most homes sold in Denver 2007 by Denver Board of Realtors, #2 for 2008, and #2 for 2009, #5 in 2010 and #4 in 2011 and has been consistently in the top 10 ever since. Carolyn Andrews has been a top rated Endorsed Local Provider for the Dave Ramsey Organization and also a Top Producing agent for 2018 for the Homelight Company.
