Home entertaining ideas & tips for a perfect party

by Kristen Costa 06/26/2024

home entertaining party friends posing together at home

Hosting a party can be a joyful and satisfying experience, but the prospect can be tricky without enough entertaining ideas. Whether you’re entertaining friends, coworkers, strangers or family, the more inspiration you have for your party, the better.

But how do you know which ideas work best? Luckily, party planning experts agree on the basics. Here are some important entertaining tips to remember for your next party:

Be realistic about your guest list

One of the most important ways to guarantee a great party hosting experience is to not let the number of guests overwhelm you and your space. While the allure of large parties can be enchanting, the logistics of entertaining big groups can be taxing and complex. 

Instead, think about the type of party you want to have and the sort of activities you would like to include. A formal dinner party will be more restricted by your available space and dining furniture, whereas a casual, daytime birthday party leaves more room for mingling throughout multiple areas.

Plan & prepare

To wow your guests without creating extra work for yourself, plan ahead as much as possible. Food, drink, setup and takedown are all aspects of a party to consider beforehand. For a theme party, you may need extra time to find the perfect decor. If you’re planning to cook an elaborate meal, try practicing the recipes - especially for larger quantities. 

Stay on budget

You can have a fantastic party without going over budget. While things like food, drink and decor can add up quickly, you can save money on the fun by orchestrating classic party games. 

With a deck of playing cards, for instance, you can create hours of enjoyment for groups of various sizes. Board games are perfect for small groups, and larger scale activities like lawn golf or backyard badminton are simple to DIY.

Don’t forget: you deserve to have fun while entertaining, too! No matter the size of your house or the number of guests you invite, these tips will help you throw an excellent party without unnecessary stress.

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Kristen Costa

I've been listing and selling in Wilmington and surrounding areas since 1987 and have been affiliated with Fudge Properties since 2007. I have a strong reputation for outstanding quality of both work and interpersonal relationships, knowing what needs to be done and how to elicit cooperation for getting it done. I'm also proficient and knowledgeable about the Mass Housing program guidelines, successfully completing numerous housing lotteries for first time home buyers, over 55 buyers and renters. Whether you're buying or selling, I can help you get the best deal. Just looking? That's OK. Use my website all you like, but you'll have to create a free account to unlock all the best search features. Once you sign up, you'll be able to save listings, save your search criteria, get automated email updates for new homes matching your saved search criteria, and more. Good luck on your house hunt! I hope to hear from you soon.