A great party is one that is remembered for all of the right reasons – with potentially one or two of the wrong ones for anecdote purposes. Some of the best parties are the impromptu ones that you pull together in a matter of hours because everyone’s in the right place. Occasion parties, however, will take some planning, and getting it right is essential.
Wedding reception parties will always take some planning. Some of the most important guests may have work commitments, live far away or have other prior engagements. Being armed with enough information in advance means an evening without any major hitches. Minor snags? Well, they say that it’s the flaw that makes the most beautiful diamond.
There are some things that need to be taken into account when planning the perfect wedding reception. Let’s have a look at the most important.
Location, Location, Location
Hiring a magnificently appointed room isn’t essential when planning a wedding party for the ages. Depending on the occasion, it may help. The most important thing, though, is that the location suits the event. It’s pointless hiring a big venue for a party that is more suited to an intimate gathering. A location in the country may be beautiful, but can everyone get there? Is alcohol being served? There’s no use someone driving there if they can’t drive back.
Catering: Can You Please All The People?
You can’t please all the people all the time. One party isn’t “all the time”, though, so you can give it a good try. Making sure that everyone is catered for takes some thinking about. Do you need to lay on gluten-free, vegan or nut-free options? Do you need to consider Halal or Kosher requirements? Party catering by Diamond Blue Catering is one option you could explore, as they provide a vast range of menu options.
Entertainment: Judge The Room
Entertainment helps a party go with a swing, but each party is different and has its own particular requirements. A party with three hundred attendees will have a different vibe and wider age range than a quiet affair with fifty people or fewer. Some occasions will go off better with a DJ or live band. Sometimes, all you need is a laptop and a streamed playlist and you’re good to go.
Guest List: Don’t Make A Faux Pas!
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More than anything, it’s the guests that make a party. Planning things well means not having to leave anyone out because they had prior commitments. It also may mean choosing who to leave off because there’s bad blood with some of the attendees. Hopefully you’re not planning the Montague-Capulet wedding party. It’s still worth keeping in mind that a room with music and possibly alcohol is a sensitive occasion not ideal for airing grievances.
If you follow the correct planning procedures, then you can be confident of having a party that everyone will be glad they attended. You can’t plan every moment to the letter – and it would be a dull party if you did – but you can make sure the evening is a success.
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