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Your dad has reached a milestone birthday, one of those ages that ends in a zero, and you have been put in charge of organizing the party. The pressure is mounting as every other member of the family congratulates you for taking on the organization mantle only for you to tell them that it was your mom that flung it upon you. You don’t mind though. This will be a great way to show your dad just how special he is. You want to plan a party that he will remember forever. Take a look at these ways that you can ensure that the party goes without a hitch.
Start Early
Don’t leave it all to the very last minute before securing a venue, sending out invites and organizing the caterers. At least three months before the scheduled party date you’ll want to have a guest list and the majority of the invites sent out. There is nothing worse than leaving it too late only to discover that half of the attendees are at someone else’s soiree.
Food
The cuisine offered at a party is integral to its success. Is the affair going to be ultra formal with a sit-down meal of four courses complete with silver service waiters? Or are you going to opt for a less lavish gathering and source caterers that can cook you dad’s favorite food whether that’s burgers and shrimp or jerk chicken, rice and peas? Think about what the birthday boy wants and ensure that you don’t deviate from the plan.
Presents
It’s vital, especially if you have hired a venue, that you allocate a section of the room for the depositing of gifts. When considering what you will be getting for your dad’s big day, think about purchasing one of the many experience gifts for men that are available. You could arrange a golfing weekend away for him and a couple of buddies or see your dad racing around a world renowned track in a mock Formula 1 car.
Music
If your dad loves a particular group or band, it would be a novel idea to employ the services of a tribute act to play all of your dad’s favorite tracks. Live bands add a touch of class to any gathering and can buoy up any crowd to get them hot footing it to the dancefloor, throwing some shapes and enjoying themselves.
Theme
If you’re venturing down the theme route, make sure you give all of the guests plenty of time to adhere to the unique dress code. The term ‘fancy dress’ is an easy, all encompassing theme, but if you’re going niche like 1960s rock and roll stars or past Wimbledon tennis champions, people need plenty of time to source their outfits. Ensure that the venue you’ve hired is well decorated and mirrors the theme that you want to create. Making sure the finer details are perfect will ensure that the party you organize will be one to remember.
There are very few people whose birthday you want to make more memorable than your dad’s. Follow this guide to be sure to organize a party that goes with a bang.
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