How to Choose a Location for a Sorority Party

Before you can throw a swinging sorority bash, you need to find a location that will best suit the needs of your guests and the party theme. Luckily, with a little planning, almost any location can be turned into a hot party spot for most coeds!

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Make a list of your needs. Will the party be formal, such as a spring dance or a senior banquet? Or is it more of a low-key crush party? Determine an estimated number of guests so you can rule out locations that will be too large or too small. Decide on a date and an alternate in case no locations are available for your top choice.
2. Go back to the basics. Check out your school’s Web site under the Prospective Students page. Here you can typically find local restaurants and hotels that the university recommends. Another good helpful Web site is Yellow Pages, which will quickly provide you with contact information. From there you can consult the individual Web sites if they are available and possibly see pictures of their banquet facilities.
3. Ask around. If you are looking for a more casual environment, don’t be afraid to ask friends who live on or near campus if they would be willing to host the party at their house. It is always polite to offer to clean up the next morning (ask sorority members to volunteer for this). If you’re lucky enough to score a house, you can save money on the rental fee you would pay elsewhere.
4. Use your network. If a house is not available or you are looking for something requiring less liability, campus bars are usually happy to rent out their place on off hours, and then open it up for the public at a designated time. This is a great option if you are looking to balance a more intimate party with the girls with a rowdy bash involving the rest of the campus.

Tips & Warnings

• Bars will sometimes offer drink specials during private parties.
• Arrange for non-alcoholic options for underage party goers.
• Make sure all valuables have been put away and bedroom doors locked before throwing a house party.
• If alcohol is served, bathrooms are a must.
• Have fun, but keep all local, campus and chapter laws in mind.

Who Can Help:

• Find Decorators & Designers Here. Compare Up to 4 Quotes, Free Service & No Obligation.