If you are looking to plan a birthday party then you may be stuck between renting a private venue or hosting it by yourself at home. There is, of course, much to consider should you take on this event at home such as food, birthday decorations, drinks, and entertainment. Both of those are great options and today we are going to look into the pros and cons of hosting the event at home. Take a look at what you can expect before you make the decision as to where you host the birthday bash.
Pros of Hosting at Home
Let’s begin by looking into the benefits of hosting a party in your house.
Full Control
One of the biggest reasons why people opt to host at home is that they have full control over every aspect of the party. Here you can choose the decorations you prefer, you can purchase a bespoke sash for the birthday boy or girl and you can handle all of the guests in the way in which you see fit.
Cost Savings
It is not always true that hosting at home is cheaper than using a private venue, but it certainly can be. Ultimately you have the final say in every expenditure which is great if you are working on a strict budget. From the drinks to the sound system and even the birthday candles, you can manage every spend included.
Familiarity
There is an added sense of familiarity when you host a party at home, especially as it gives all guests a chance to really get to know one another. Often you will find that private venues are spaced out with various tables, which can segregate the group somewhat.
Cons of Hosting at Home
Hosting a party at home isn’t for everyone, despite the benefits you will enjoy when you do so. Let’s look at some of the downsides of taking this event on.
Stress Levels
Unless you are used to planning and coordinating an event, this could prove to be something that causes you a great deal of stress. Being in control of the event can be beneficial, but it also means having to take care of almost every aspect of the party on your own. There is also added pressure to doing this, as you will undoubtedly wish to give the birthday boy or girl the best event possible.
The Clean Up
Using a private venue means that you don’t have to take care of the food prep, the purchase of items ahead of time, and most importantly, the clean-up. This is a big drawback of self-hosting, so unless you have people to help you with the tidying after the event, it can be a big cause of frustration.
The decision will come down to how much control over the event you want, how big an event it will be, and what kind of budget you have to play with.
