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There is no doubt that the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year- due in large part to the parties and events that come along with it. We know that throwing a party, whether it be a corporate Christmas party or an annual Christmas party, can be both stressful and costly for the “party planner”. We have gathered some of the party planning advice and combined it with our years of event production experience to bring you this “how to” guide.

1. Create a Guest List and Invitations

Determining the size of your party is the first step. Everything other step will be much easier if you know how many people to expect. Send invitations out at least two weeks before the event, if not earlier. Traditional invitations can get pricey, especially if you are throwing a large party. Keep invitation alternatives in mind. Many people are turning to e-invitations (e-vites) because they can be customized and are usually free.

2. Find a Venue

Depending on the party, this can be the easiest part of the process or the most difficult. A lot of holiday parties are hosted at homes or offices. If you are looking for a venue, consider looking in the local yellow pages for banquet halls or other event venues.

3. Choose the Right Foods and Drinks

 Most holidays parties usually have finger foods and drinks/cocktails because of larger guest lists. If the party is hosted in a home, try to choose foods that are not as messy. The last thing you want is the floors of the home to be ruined by party food. Depending on your budget, you can either purchase and put the food out yourself or have a company cater the event with appetizers. Be sure to offer a variety of drinks, including non-alcoholic, alcoholic, coffee and tea. You can purchase or rent smaller glasses or cups so that guests don’t go through all the beverages in the first hour.

4. Entertain Your Guests

Again, budget will always determine the way in which you entertain your guests. If you are throwing a more formal party, you may consider hiring a band. A younger party might enjoy a DJ. Whatever the case may be, Bulldog Entertainment can take care of all of your entertainment needs. If you are throwing a party that has an outdoor area for guests you will need to think of lighting and heating. Chances are the weather will be quite chilly, as it is during most holiday parties. Portable heaters can be rented to place within the patio area. Little touches like this will make the party experience so much more enjoyable for all guests.

These are just a few general steps, among many, that need to be considered when throwing a holiday party. The key to throwing a great party is to PLAN, PLAN and PLAN SOME MORE. It is much easier to dodge problems when you are organized. With this in mind, remember to book your rentals and entertainment services in advance. The holiday season is a busy one and parties are already being booked. Contact Bulldog Entertainment today for holiday promotions on event production and rental services today!