Now that you have created a budget and know who will be hosting the event, the rest are the fun parts. The following is other important first steps to planning an event.
Setting a date
When to hold the event means deciding on a number of things. What day, what time of day or even what season if your not a procrastinator like me and wait till the last minute. Before picking a day be sure to look at community events, generally if it's a large event it will effect how many people show up to yours. Ask key guests for the event if they have any prior arrangements for a few dates you have narrowed it down to. Also, different times of day can generally inspire different moods or reflect certain levels of formality. Morning time is more casual than an evening event usually.
Location
Where you hold the event should take into account the season of your event and a reflection of the kind of event you are hosting. Obviously your not going to have a baby shower at a some random bar... unless perhaps the mommy to be works there I guess.Last but not least.... is THEME!
For me picking the theme is one of the most fun parts. There is no end to the number of themes you can choose from. Themes can range anywhere from simply the kind of party your having (ex: luau, fiesta), color theme, theme based on the location, and the list goes on and on. HOWEVER... you must be consistent. If you do a color theme, then stick to exact shades or if your doing a luau your not going to hire a mime to come out.
I hope these hints have helped you get started. In the next few weeks' post we are going to start talking about all things BABY SHOWER!!! I will highlight different baby shower themes, DIY projects for the shower, game ideas, and lots more.
I look forward to helping make your next event go EASY PEASY LEMON SQUEEZY!
My personal favorite part of hosting parties is the creative things, like picking themes and making the decor!
ReplyDeleteHey Meagan! I have a few really close friends in bands. I always help them figure out where the location will be, who to get ahold of, and how to advertise. However, it seems like anybody hardly ever finds out about it and the groups are small. What do you think a good way to advertise is?
ReplyDeleteFirst things first ABSOLUTELY ALWAYS USE FACEBOOK, TWITTER, AND MYSPACE (if you even still use that! LOL)
DeleteFor facebook create an event, put it on your status and invite others to share it with friends.
People LOVE free stuff (or I guess I do and assume other people do too) One thought is to take advantage of other people sharing your info. For example for a small/cheap cost I can print 200 fliers with the bands picture and info of the show. When I hand out those fliers to my friends I tell them that they can make photo copies and hand print their name and phone number on the tops. Have them hand out the copies to their friends and family members and instruct them to bring the flier in that night. Collect the fliers at the door or wherever and the person who has the most fliers brought in with their name wins a prize like the bands cd or tshirt or a couple free drinks at the bar. That may seem like alot of work....
I have to run off to class but I have a couple easier Ideas as well to add later..... :)