02 Jun Outdoor Party Tips and Common Mistakes to Avoid

Outdoor Party Tips for Summer Hosting

Hosting a party can be stressful enough, and adding in the factors of the outdoors can cause even more concern. From preparing food to arranging the outdoor setting, a lot goes into making sure an outdoor party is a success. To help you through the craziness of summer hosting and to ensure you avoid some common mistakes, here are some outdoor party tips to make sure your party goes off without a hitch.

Plan for Disruptive Weather

This might be the most important of the outdoor party tips. With any outdoor party, you’re at the mercy of Mother Nature. When you plan your outdoor party, you hope for the weather to cooperate, but that isn’t always the case. Do yourself and your guests a favor by having an alternative plan in case the weather takes a turn for the worst. If your house isn’t big enough to accommodate everyone, rent lawn tents with attachable sides in advance to ensure everyone stays dry. Otherwise, designate certain rooms in your home to entertain in, and rearrange furniture ahead of time to ensure there is enough space and seating for everyone.

Accommodate for Children

Children can be fickle, especially when it comes to keeping them entertained. It doesn’t take much for them to get bored with an activity or game and look for something else to do. Make sure you are prepared with many different games and activities. Not only will this keep the children entertained, but parents will appreciate the effort and have a more enjoyable time because their kids will be happier and kept busy, as well.

Encourage Socialization

Let’s face it, not all your friends and family are as well-acquainted with one another as you are with each of them. Music is great to have on as background noise because it creates a fun atmosphere and keeps the energy of the party up. Encourage socialization and avoid awkward silences with yard games or cards, which can help keep everyone engaged and having fun, even if the conversation hits a dead end.

Have Extra Supplies

Keep in mind that everyone is busy and may have had other things to do prior to your party, so it is likely that people will forget to bring something. Whether it’s insect repellent, sunscreen, drink Koozies™ or sunglasses, it is good to have extras of these on hand for your guests. Consider creating a station of extra supplies and placing it near the area where your guests enter.

Relax and Have Fun!

Hosting a party means you also set the tone. Be sure to have all of the preparations completed prior to your guests’ arrival so you don’t seem preoccupied and busy, as it will only cause guests to feel uncomfortable. Remember to stay relaxed and interested in their company.

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