party planning checklist

3 WEEKS PRIOR	3 DAYS PRIOR
☐	Choose a party theme	☐	Notify neighbors of potential noise, traffic, etc.
☐	Develop the invitation list	☐	Decorate the party area
☐	Send invitations	☐	Remove items from medicine cabinet that guests shouldn’t see
☐	Plan the menu	☐	Set up cleaning stations
☐	Schedule help	☐	Finish shopping

2 WEEKS PRIOR	1 DAY PRIOR
☐	Wash dinnerware to be used	☐	Buy and arrange flowers and decorations
☐	Create the music list	☐	Cook and prep as much food as possible
☐	Buy non-perishable items	☐	Place serving pieces on table
☐	Set up bar area and barware
☐	Touch up house cleaning

1 WEEK PRIOR	Day Of
☐	Clean the house in detail	☐	Finish last-minute cooking
☐	Set up the party area as much as possible	☐	Buy extra ice
☐	Gather needed cookware and serving dishes	☐	Set out covered food
☐	Stock the bar	☐	As guests arrive, remove food covers and serve drinks