A lot of otherwise sensible and staid people use New Year's Eve as an excuse to go absolutely wild. It can be great fun watching people having a good time on New Year's Eve, but as an event organiser I also need to put a lot of effort into making sure that the night is safe for everyone that attends. People don't realise that I spend most of the year getting our NYE events in order, just so that they can have a magical night. This blog is for people organising events like New Year's Eve parties in their communities, who want to ensure the safety of the participants.
Planning a garden wedding reception? There's so much to do that you might feel overwhelmed, and sometimes it's best to go back to basics. Read on for details on three items that you actually must have to hold a successful garden reception. Get these three right, and everything else should fall into place. Miss one, and you might find that things don't quite go the way you had in planned. These items will keep you and your guests safe, dry, comfortable and happy.
A large gazebo
Wherever you live, it's always wise to be prepared for bad weather. A garden reception in the rain is no fun for anyone, and trusting a clear forecast is a risky business. Hire a gazebo that's large enough to comfortably house all of your guests and you won't have to worry. There's nothing to stop people spending most of their time outside if the weather does turn out fine, and the gazebo can be used to create a nice separation between different areas of the garden. You could have a space for dancing, a space for eating, a space for mingling, and even an area for kids to play in. If it's a summer wedding, a gazebo will provide some much-needed shade, which is especially important if you have young children or elderly relatives attending.
Chairs and tables
How often do you have 50+ guests in your garden? Unless you're a big party planner, it's likely not very often. It's easy to forget basics when entertaining a large number of guests -- like having enough chairs and tables for everyone. It's always best to provide more than you think you need. This prevents meals from feeling crowded and means nobody is stuck sitting too close to anyone they dislike, which is often a recipe for disaster at weddings. Choose stackable chairs if you don't have much space to work with -- they'll be easy to store when you want to turn the dining area into a dance floor. Contact a chair hire company for easy options.
Live music
Music is the life and soul of most parties, and wedding receptions are no different. Live music can make or break your event, so try to choose a versatile performer who can play something for everyone. You might have relaxed piano music while eating, upbeat tunes for dancing, and modern songs later on in the evening. A DJ is a great option for larger receptions, while a band can create a really special, intimate feeling at smaller gatherings.
Share19 April 2017
