Planning: It is important to plan well in advance. Make a few calls and ask your friends and family if they are free during the particular weekend when you are planning your due. It would also be a good idea to not plan an event during a long holiday weekend, as most people like to take a short trip or catch up with their near and dear ones at this time. You will need to know how many people you are calling for the event and then take a call regarding the location, the menu, the games, and various other details.

Theme: Any event today is characterized by a theme. This has become a hallmark that sets each occasion apart and makes for some memorable times. You can easily choose from the range of products at Oriental Trading or other party supply outlets so that you have a theme in place. Decide on the theme depending on the occasion. For example, you can choose a dragon theme for the birthday party of a young 8-year-old boy. You will need to decide on this theme well on time so that you can shop and stock up on the bunting and crockery accordingly.

Invites: One of the most preliminary things that you need to do is to send in the invites. Choose invites that have to do with the theme. At stores like Oriental Trading, you can use their coupons to avail entire sets for the party. This will include invites, favors, crockery, hunting and much more. So do a little research at the store or on the website so that you know exactly what you want and for how many people. Set the date well in advance and then send out the invites. Make sure that you get the names and addresses correct. You can also additionally send an email version of the invite so that even if it goes missing in the mail, a soft copy reaches the inbox of the guest.

Menu: One of the most important things in any event is the menu. You will need to think of the age group that you are inviting before you choose the food that you will serve. Pick up the crockery that will be best suited for that kind of food.