The New Year is a special time of year in so many ways. For some, it is an opportunity to celebrate the year just passed. For others, it's a time for hope as they go forward into a brand new start. Whatever the reason to celebrate, New Year's Eve is the perfect time to host an unforgettable party and we have four party planning tips to make sure yours goes off with a bang!
1. Organise a guest list
It's very important to organise a guest list first, as knowing the number of people attending your party will be essential when planning the rest of your party. Write up a list of everyone you'd like to invite, then send out new years eve party invitations in advance, and encourage people to respond as soon as possible.
2. Where and when
The next thing to consider is the 'where and when' of your party. Are you hiring a venue or hosting it at home? If you have enough space, hosting your New Year's Eve party at home is an affordable option that's perfect for a comfortable and relaxed setting. As for the 'when', you should consider the start and end time for your party. Guests will want to see in midnight together, and to avoid an abrupt ending, you may want to allow at least an hour after midnight for the festivities to continue.
3. Food and drink
Decide whether you're going to serve a full meal or buffet or simply snacks. You'll need to make sure you cater for everyone who is attending, and consider any dietary requirements. Perhaps more important than the food though is drink. Are you going to provide alcohol or should guests bring their own? Again, these are factors that need to be considered ahead of time, so that you can communicate with your guests about preferences.
4. Entertainment
Background music is essential for any party, so be sure you've picked out some fun favourites to play throughout the night. You could also buy some fireworks and put on a small, private display in your backyard!
However you choose to party this New Year's Eve, don't forget to use Putty Print for your fully themed party invitations.