Organizing a party takes some effort. You have to take care of the numerous preparations, such as buying everything you need and spreading the word, but in the end you will be rewarded by the efforts made because you will have enjoyed it.
Steps
Part 1 of 4: Organizing the Party
Step 1. Decide what kind of party you want to organize
It could be a birthday party or a private party, depending on what you and your friends want to do. You should consider who will attend, including family and friends, and how many people to invite. If it's a birthday party, there will most likely be children too. If it is a private party, you will probably want to invite your friends mostly.
- Make sure you decide well in advance what kind of party you want to throw - at least two weeks.
- There are many other types, but the most common parties are birthdays or private ones.
Step 2. Decide on the place
If it's a private party, book a ballroom; if it is a birthday instead, you can also do it at home. You can decide to have a private party at home, but you will need the necessary equipment and a DJ.
Don't spend too much money. If it's a birthday party, it shouldn't cost you too much
Step 3. Prepare a guest list
You will need it for any type of party, especially birthday. You have to set a maximum number of guests: if you invite friends to a birthday party, stick to the closest ones.
You can easily organize a party with a few guests: there is no minimum number
Step 4. Decide on the theme of the party, if you want to have one
If you opt for a theme, you need to give clothing guidelines in the invitation. If it is a private party, it is recommended that guests are dressed informally, while more formal attire may be more appropriate for a birthday.
Depending on the theme, not everyone may show up dressed appropriately. Try to keep the theme relevant to the type of party
Step 5. Plan all activities
You should think of something that acts as entertainment for the start of the party, such as a certain type of dance. So you should organize some games, such as billiards (if you have a pool table). You can also invite guests to the hot tub or pool if you own either.
Just make sure the party isn't boring
Step 6. Clean the house or hire a cleaning lady
Make sure the house or ballroom is cleaned before the party - guests are likely to stay until the end if the venue is clean. The cleaner the environment, the more guests will be tempted to stay. It may be helpful to hire a cleaning lady to help with a particularly large party. In the case of a birthday party, housekeeping shouldn't be a big deal.
Part 2 of 4: Prepare Everything You Need
Step 1. Find the right equipment
A strobe ball adds an extra touch of fun to a dance party. If you set up some decorations, people will be more involved in the party. You can also make a lighted floor to make it a real dance hall. You can even make a chandelier or light sticks to hang from the ceiling.
Step 2. Prepare the food
Get all the food you need - chips, sauces, shrimp cocktails, and candy. If it's a birthday party, you should have the right cake.
Remember to get the right amount of food based on the number of guests. The more people you invite, the more food you should have. If you are worried about not having enough, ask each one to bring something
Step 3. Find a DJ or create your own playlist
Depending on where the party will take place and the type, you may or may not need a DJ: if you have the ability to manage the music yourself, you will save yourself the hassle of finding one. A nice idea might be to play music videos from your smartphone with a projector. You can even invest some money in a stereo to wear on your back, to carry the music around the party!
- You don't necessarily have to propose the music of the moment; you can also play old songs that a lot of people like nowadays.
- It might be a good idea to pay a DJ, in the case of a particularly large party, especially if there is plenty of space.
Step 4. Get food and drink
You will need alcoholic beverages, bottled water, and food. Most of the guests will be drinking alcohol, so make a frigetto full of beers. People will be thirsty after dancing, so they will need water to hydrate. Also be sure to get something to nibble on.
You may also need someone to help you with serving food and drinks
Part 3 of 4: Spreading the Word
Step 1. Distribute flyers and advertise in other ways to attract people's interest
You can hang decorations outside the party venue, such as glowing balloons, to give directions to guests. Hang up invitation-to-reply posters in some public places, such as libraries. You can also ask to confirm your presence via social media, such as Facebook and Twitter.
Step 2. Get to know several DJs, in case you need one
Engage in relationships with different people and you will meet someone who acts as a DJ. You can also search for one on the internet and get to know it in person later. To get a better idea of the type of DJ to contact and to find the perfect one for the type of party you plan to organize, you should ask some musicians directly.
Step 3. Spread the word
Inform people in various public places, for example in shops. You never know who can help you with a party, especially if you need a hand to organize it: word of mouth is the best way to network and kick off the event. Weaving relationships is important, because ultimately we are all connected with each other.
You don't necessarily have to limit yourself to word of mouth to spread the word - you can also use other ways of inviting, such as email and the internet
Part 4 of 4: Throwing a Successful Party
Step 1. Get into the fray
Make friends with new people during the party - it's a great way to form new relationships. Dancing encourages social relationships, and you could use it as a way to connect with new people.
You don't necessarily have to maintain friendships, but networking can help you in the long run
Step 2. Enjoy the music
Listening to a wide variety of songs is enjoyable and can also help you meet new artists. Plus, it will keep you in a good mood and help relieve stress. It is a good idea to listen to different genres to broaden your interest in music.
Dancing is a great way to exercise and to release endorphins, thereby relieving stress
Step 3. Get cleaning help at the end of the evening
If you have a private party, you can hire a cleaner to arrange the chairs, mop the floor, and throw away any leftover food. If it's a birthday party, you should keep the leftover food, put away the packages, and so on. You can certainly ask your family for help to help you tidy up.
Advice
- The lights should be soft, as befits pop culture.
- A good set of DJ lights costs around 100 euros, but they are worth buying if you already know that you will have other parties like that. The new models are made up of LED lights that consume little and can be used anywhere: just insert the plug into the socket!
- You can find great second-hand stereos at thrift markets and other similar places - they're cheap and have great sound quality. They are often discarded because they are considered obsolete, but they are perfect for parties. Make sure they have enough power for the party venue and that the system is fully functional.
- Do not go to a DJ who is not interested in satisfying the musical interests of the guests.
- Have a simple party so you don't spend too much money on a single event.
- It would be ideal to dance on a wooden or concrete floor, to protect carpets and rugs from wear and tear.
- Take some pictures as a souvenir.
Warnings
- Avoid making fun of others for the way they dance.
- Make sure the party venue is clean before the event starts.
- Don't dance too long; take breaks to drink water, otherwise you could get dehydrated easily.
- If the party is held in the summer, be sure to turn on the air conditioner. Even if the temperature is below 26 ° C, the environment can heat up quickly and become unbearable. Turn it on a few hours before the party starts, so that the house is cooled before the guests arrive.
- If guests are minors, don't serve alcohol - someone might call the police and you could get in trouble.
