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My roommates and I decided to have a big Halloween party at our house. I have thrown parties before but never one where more than 30 people were expected to show up. We were generous in our invitations and some 250 were sent out. So far 94 have RSVPd as confirmed and 35 as maybe. For past parties the turn out has always been less than what Facebook predicted. Another thing to consider though is that guests are allowed to bring friends so we could have much more than the # of confirmed guests on Facebook. Right now, I'd guess that 100 people might show up, but it could be anywhere from 80 to 150.
Just to provide some other background information before I ask questions:
It is a costume party on Halloween at a university.
Location is an off-campus house very close to downtown.
We are on somewhat of a main street just outside of downtown.
10pm-1am.
We will serve booze (plan now is a gin bucket/cauldron and 300 beers or 2 kegs)
Half of the house will be drinking game oriented and the other half will be dance party oriented.
Black, orange, and possibly strobe lights will be utilized.
Nine people (myself, 3 roommates, and 5 of our best friends) will be supervising/working the door.
Only the front doors of my house lock, meaning back, bedroom, bathroom doors do not.
Questions:
What are some general tips for throwing large parties?
What are some general tips for throwing Halloween parties?
How do you deal with cops if they show up? (our music isn't going to be super loud and you won't be able to hear it unless you are within 10 feet of our house, but the sidewalk is 10 feet away)
How much booze is needed for 100 people? (mind you that they will likely be drinking at other parties before ours)
Pros and cons of kegs vs. cans? (note: kegs are against my lease so we will only use them if we anticipate they provide a good amount of benefits over cans)
Is it worthwhile marking the hands of 21+ year olds even if I have no intention of restricting younger people from drinking? (maybe about 20 or so people on the guest list are under 21)
Any recommendations for Halloween songs?
Thanks for your help guys. If you need more details just ask and I will provide them.
Just to provide some other background information before I ask questions:
It is a costume party on Halloween at a university.
Location is an off-campus house very close to downtown.
We are on somewhat of a main street just outside of downtown.
10pm-1am.
We will serve booze (plan now is a gin bucket/cauldron and 300 beers or 2 kegs)
Half of the house will be drinking game oriented and the other half will be dance party oriented.
Black, orange, and possibly strobe lights will be utilized.
Nine people (myself, 3 roommates, and 5 of our best friends) will be supervising/working the door.
Only the front doors of my house lock, meaning back, bedroom, bathroom doors do not.
Questions:
What are some general tips for throwing large parties?
What are some general tips for throwing Halloween parties?
How do you deal with cops if they show up? (our music isn't going to be super loud and you won't be able to hear it unless you are within 10 feet of our house, but the sidewalk is 10 feet away)
How much booze is needed for 100 people? (mind you that they will likely be drinking at other parties before ours)
Pros and cons of kegs vs. cans? (note: kegs are against my lease so we will only use them if we anticipate they provide a good amount of benefits over cans)
Is it worthwhile marking the hands of 21+ year olds even if I have no intention of restricting younger people from drinking? (maybe about 20 or so people on the guest list are under 21)
Any recommendations for Halloween songs?
Thanks for your help guys. If you need more details just ask and I will provide them.