PARTY LOCATIONS

Your may choose your location to match your party theme. For a pirate of luau party you may consider the beach, a bar-be-cue may be at your local park, or a dinosaur party may be at your local museum.

Home parties, either inside or in the backyard, are nice for any age and definitely work best for parents with small children. Home parties are usually less expensive if budget is an issue for you.

Outdoor locations, whether a park or a skating rink, have the advantage of space and spare your home from wear and tear. Always check the price since these can be rather expensive for a large group of guests.

• When choosing your location, take into account how many guests you will have.

• Make sure you have enough room for your guests to be comfortable.
• Consider if the party will be indoors or outdoors. Do you prefer your celebration indoors in a controlled temperature environment? Do you enjoy a celebration under the sun? Morning? Evenings?
• Consider the weather when deciding. Rain or too much sun can pose a damper on any party. Be prepared for both. In case of rain have a back up shelter so you are able to continue your celebration. For sunny days, have several umbrellas available to provide shade for those who may need it. Remember the sunscreen.

Choose your party location and let's get started.

Questions to consider when choosing a facility.

• Visualize how you will decorate it.
• Does the facility have ample parking? Valet parking? Is there a fee for parking? Do you have to walk from your parking spot to the celebration?
• Does the facility cater to children or the disabled? Pets? Make sure the facility includes any special instructions you need carried out in writing.
• How are the restrooms? Near your area or outside? Are they clean? Do they cater to your special needs guest or children?
• Is the facility organized and clean? Does the staff seem happy and friendly? A happy staff is the first sign of how well a facility is run.
• Will you have access to the facility before your party? Will the facility offer you help with the decorations, food and drinks?
• How much time will you have to set up before your party begins?
• Does the facility have help available?
• By what date do you need to reserve? Check availability.
• What is the deposit amount? Is it refundable? Ask for a receipt and their refund policy in writing.
• Do you need to draw maps for your guests? Include directions and a map if possible with your invitation.
• What is included in the price of renting the facility? Entertainment? Party goods? Food and drinks? Clean up?
• Can you have food brought in or is the food provided? Will the facility offer to help you serve the food? If food is provided, what is the menu? What are the prices. Remember to stay within budget.
• Do they provide party supplies, entertainment, etc.? Is there an extra fee?
• Do they accommodate outside entertainers, musicians, DJ's, caterers, etc.? Do they charge an extra fee for outside entertainment?

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