(Paper or Electronic)
(Plenty in Advance)
Cocktail Party Gift Etiquette Do:
Don't Give a gift that requires a lot of attention.
Dinner Party Gift Etiquette Do:
Don't give scented items that need to be used that night or items that must be consumed right away
At Southern Events we don't do the party for you we just provide the space. However, that doesn't mean we don't want to help! We have a few things to share that might help your planning go a little easier.. On the right you will see some recommendations for serving portions at your gatherings. But don't forget we are in the south and traditionally, a little extra won't hurt!
Below there is a link to a FREE 40 page party planning guide. You can use some or all of these sheets that help you create checkoff lists, guest lists and more!
Feel free to download and use these tools to help you plan your event with ease.
Need more help? Let us know.
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Young Children (Under 5): 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
School-Age Children: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Teen Birthday Parties: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
After-School Events: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Ensures children have enough time to enjoy the party without staying out too late on a school night.
Lunch Networking: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Perfect for busy professionals who can’t commit to evening events.
Formal Corporate Dinners: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
After-Work Happy Hours: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Ideal timing for work-life balance, allowing people to network and still get home at a reasonable hour.
Weeknight Adult Parties: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
This timing allows guests to:
Weekend Adult Parties: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Weekends allow for slightly later start times since guests don’t have work the next day.
House Parties & Casual Gatherings: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (weekends)
SE PartyPlanner (pdf)
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