Graduation party season is quickly approaching, and it can be incredibly overwhelming to plan that kind of event.
Here are some tips on how to make the process most stress-free:
Throw it with a friend!
If you happen to have a friend that you’ve known for a long time and have similar friend groups, throwing a joint party can save money for both families.
Rent a location
If you worry that your house is too small to accommodate all of your guests, you can rent a room at a local park, or something similar
Get food trays from a grocery store
Lots of money can be saved by avoiding catering. Stores like Meijer or Target have trays of finger-foods, which is much more convenient and cheaper than a full meal
Have a box with a slit in it for cards
Most guests will bring cards to show their congratulations, so if you have a large box with a slit on top making it easy for guests to drop off their cards, it will save lots of awkwardness
Have a photobooth
People love taking pictures with the grad, so setting up a cheap backdrop with little props can make for cute pictures
Cupcakes
No one wants to stand around waiting for cake to be cut, so cupcakes are the easier and more mess-free option
Decorate with you college colors
Have streamers, balloons, etc. of your college’s colors!
Have fun
This could be your last “hurrah” with some of your friends, co-workers, teachers, etc., so have fun with it, and don’t stress out.