Do you really want to have fun? Partying is a great way to celebrate life and have fun with your friends! Learn how to choose the theme of the party, the types of equipment (such as drinks and food) you may need, and the activities to do at the party. Check out Step 1 to start your amazing party and create memories you'll never forget.
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Part 1 of 3: Planning the Who, What, When, Where and Why
Step 1. Think about the reason for your party
Is this a birthday party or international holiday party (eg New Year, Halloween)? Or maybe you just want to throw a Friday night party to hang out with your friends? Things to consider include: age group, décor, clothing theme, location, food, drinks, who you're inviting, and how many people you'd like to invite.
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Birthday party:
Some examples of ages that are usually celebrated in a big way are: 10-12, 17, 18, and 21.
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Holiday party:
These parties are held close to or right on national holidays. New Years or Christmas are two of the most popular holidays that are usually celebrated!
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The "after" parties:
As the name implies, this party is a party that is celebrated "after" a certain event, such as a music concert or art performance.
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bachelorette party:
This party is for singles who are ready to meet new people!
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sports party:
Games are usually held on major sporting days or throughout the seasons of certain types of sports.
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Home party:
This party is simple, casual, just for friends to have a good time. This type of party is usually held on Friday and Saturday nights.
Step 2. Consider the age aspect
At any type of party, you should consider the age limit and the general nature of your guests. For example, a seventeenth birthday party will be very different than a bachelorette party or a New Year's party. When you're hosting a party for someone under the age of 17, make sure it's not too big, it's non-sexual, and has some fun activities. Or, better yet, throw a party in the right place for youth and youth activities, such as amusement park, game center, pizzeria, etc.
The age of the guest will determine everything. For example, there should be fewer guests if you're hosting a party for young children (imagine 20 8-year-olds running around your house!). This will also affect the things that are scheduled and the duration of the party. This duration should be shorter if the age group of your guests is young
Step 3. Think about the location
Based on the basic idea of the party, consider where you will have the party. Some of the options that can be used include your home, a friend's house, outdoors, at a bar/club, in a restaurant, etc.
- If you're hosting a party in your neighborhood, make sure the neighbors don't mind what you're doing, especially if you play loud music or invite a lot of people.
- If you're hosting a party at a public facility such as a bar, club, restaurant, theme park, or anywhere that a particular party owns and manages, contact the organizer before you arrive, ask about the venue's capacity, and book a place to schedule your party.
Step 4. Define your guest list
Make sure you invite your closest friends first before any other acquaintances. If you are hosting a large party, consider allowing the people you invite to bring a friend (who you may or may not know). This can be a little risky, as you won't be able to guess who will get along with whom, but it's also a good way to meet new people.
If there are family members at your party, invite only your closest friends (unless they are your age). Don't let you have to explain the strangers you invited to your grandmother
Step 5. Determine your maximum number of guests
Unless you know a lot of people, your guests may be few so you shouldn't worry about them. If you know a number of people, say 30, or you've decided to allow guests to invite others, consider stopping there. Parties with more than 30 invited guests are usually difficult to control. To work around this situation, have some of your closest friends run the party with you.
The bigger your party, the more help you'll need -- especially if you're paying for all the food, drinks, and entertainment. Ask a few friends to come together or do a potluck system (each one brings his own dish) so you're not the only one spending the money
Part 2 of 3: Planning the Basics
Step 1. Decide if your party should have a theme
Themed parties make it easier for guests to feel more comfortable and part of the group. Sometimes, when a person doesn't know what to wear, he or she will feel a little awkward when they arrive at the party. Plus, themed parties are fun too! If you are hosting a holiday party, ask your guests to dress according to the holiday traditions. If you're having a birthday party or a house party, you can choose some common themes, such as 1980s clothing, ancient Greek gowns/style, black & white, masquerade, jungle/Amazon themed outfits, and Western outfits.
If you're 17 or older, consider a "sexy" costume party. Most adults refer to it as just a simple "costume party." Only exchange students may not know the meaning of this code
Step 2. Plan the meal
The food at a party is usually junk food, so it is full of sugar, flour, salty, inexpensive, and easy to manage. Other foods that are often found at a party are cakes, ice cream, chips, salsa, gravy, snacks, candies, brownies, and cupcakes. However, you can of course adapt it to the theme of the party. Get creative!
Many people use parties as an excuse to look extravagant. If you are attending a more formal event, the food will not be like the food at a regular party. You may find hors d'oeuvres consisting of cheese, bread, and expensive vegetables
Step 3. Don't forget the drinks
You might think this drink has to be beer and alcohol, but it's not. Have fruit punch, water, and various types of soda ready when you go shopping. For alcoholic beverages, beer is the cheapest option, and you can buy a case (depending on the number of guests you invite). Plus, beer makes cleaning up a lot easier (you know what it's like to have to clean up all the leftover cans after a big party is over). Popular party beers are Guinness, Keystone, Pabst Blue Ribbon, Miller, and Bud Light. You can also buy some liquor, wine, and mixers.
If you are preparing alcoholic beverages, be aware that guests will be your responsibility. Make sure they have a lift home and there are some people who can drive well. Be prepared to confiscate their vehicle keys if needed. Prepare lots of water and other drinks so that guests don't get drunk or can come back to their senses if they are already drunk.
Step 4. Buy decorations
The decorations are always based on the theme and purpose of the party. Most party decorations can be purchased at a local party shop or online and are usually inexpensive. Make sure you decorate the party well if the party is themed. The more decorations, the better. For example, if guests can really feel they are in a forest or the '80s era, they will have more fun.
If your home is hard to find, buy directional signs to help direct people to the right location. You can use eye-catching balloons; or party lights/torches to light the way to your home
Step 5. Prepare yourself with additional supplies
You've got your food, drink, and decorations, what's next?
- First of all, buy containers to keep food and drinks at the right temperature. Place large quantities of food on trays, bowls, and plates, in locations that are easily accessible to guests.
- Keep your drinks cold and in an easy-to-reach place. Buy a large ice chest to store soda and beer. For bottled liquor, keep it on the kitchen counter so you can take care of it easily. You can purchase a wine cooler to keep the wine cool.
- If you have a drinking barrel, have a friend look after it or take turns pouring drinks for guests.
- Buy glasses, plates, and plastic/paper bowls. Don't use your mother's favorite Chinese plate, because it will one day fall!
- Choose knives, forks, and spoons that are also made of plastic, so you can recycle them along with paper cutlery when the party is over.
- Other supplies you'll need are: a large trash can to throw the items above, as well as a large bucket filled with water for cigarettes (otherwise guests will throw cigarette butts in your front and back yard, or maybe in your house). You can also provide several large ashtrays for this.
Step 6. Plan some activities
Once they arrive, guests will likely be blown away by your clothes and food, drinks, and decor, but they will want something else once they greet you. Here are some ideas that you can use to enliven the party atmosphere:
- Pool table (if you have one)
- Board game of throwing darts (darts) and darts
- Pingpong table
- Pong beer table
- Music and a large area devoted to dancing
- If you have a pool or hot tub, prepare it and keep it clean
- There are some activities that can be played and involve nothing (like live games) and can be run throughout the party. Prepare some of these activities in case the guests seem bored.
Step 7. Play the right music
One of the biggest questions you may be thinking about is what kind of music you should play at your party. You can book a DJ or ask your music-loving DJ friends to perform if you have a large number of guests, but now that we have iPods and computers, you can be your own DJ! You can use iTunes and plug it into your speakers or computer, or set up a stereo system that can connect to an iPod in your dance floor room. Play music from there!
Think about the diversity of guests and the kind of music you think they will like. Or, play a variety of different types of music in the afternoon if guests have different musical tastes. Popular party music is usually rap, hip-hop, dance, electro, house, or anything else with a lively beat so guests can dance
Part 3 of 3: Keeping the Party Cheerful
Step 1. Secure various properties in your home if possible
30 guests playing beer pong might be a good reason to hide your antique Roman vase collection in your attic. Anything that shouldn't be touched, played with, or possibly tampered with, must be hidden. Close the door to the off-limits room, lock it, clean the bedroom, and prepare your home for the party.
- You should also prepare trash bags and household cleaning supplies to make things a lot easier.
- Have a selection of alternative games and music ready, just in case your party needs a little tweaking.
Step 2. Prepare everything
Ask some of your closest friends to help prepare the house for the party. Thus, when guests start arriving; it looks like there's already a few other people at the party, so if there's someone you don't know very well, awkward situations can be avoided. Direct every guest who comes to the food, drink, and entertainment area. Make sure they feel comfortable right away.
Mingle and get to know people you may not know very well. If you're serving alcoholic beverages, make sure everyone who wants to drink them has them. Turn on the music at enough volume so you can still hear each other when you talk
Step 3. Keep your guests happy
Make sure guests are comfortable with each other, by introducing them to your group of friends. You can also start a party activity and turn the music louder to make the atmosphere more pronounced. Keep an eye on the alcoholic drink table to prevent someone from drinking too much. You may also have to initiate conversations for groups that do not know each other. That's why you are called the host!
- If the party starts to get boring, you can end it. Start tidying up and thank your guests, they'll see what you mean. If not, just let me know that the party is over! They don't have to go straight home, but they shouldn't stay in your house anymore.
- Make sure everyone goes home well. Do they have your phone number? Can they drive? Does anyone need a ride? If they can't drive, do you have an extra sofa or bed so they can stay the night?
Step 4. Ask for help with cleaning
If your living room is cluttered with used drink cans and paper plates, you have every right to ask your guests to help clean it up. After all, this is all their trash! If you're nervous, ask some of your closest friends for help. You'll be helping them too later when they host!
Tips
- Block certain parts of your home and lock doors that guests are not allowed to enter.
- Make sure you have extra drinks in stock or extra cash to buy extra drinks if the barrels are empty or the drinks run out.
- Clean up all spills immediately.
- Ask your close friends to help and keep an eye on the guests while you are busy at other locations during the party.
- Make sure the air conditioning system is working properly in your party room. Since your party will have a large number of people, the airflow should be smooth so they can breathe properly.
- Have fun, this is the most important part.
- If your party is themed, wear clothes that match the theme! If you wear costumes and make-up, guests will feel inspired, and they'll feel more comfortable with their own wild choice of outfits!
- Stay sober or have a friend who will always be aware so that you/he can help organize the party if the party goes wild.
- Make the party feel good about yourself by decorating it according to the style of your choice and that of your friends.
Warning
- Inviting people you don't know to a party is risky because you don't know their nature.
- Alcohol will ease human boundaries, and a party can easily get out of hand when alcohol is prepared.
- Loud music and alcohol are likely to lead to complaints from neighbors if you don't ask their permission first. In this case, the police will come to your house asking to turn the music down, and possibly give you a fine. If you prepare alcoholic beverages, hide them so the police don't search your home.
