How to Choose a Location for a Confirmation Party

Confirmation is a special time in a Christian's life. It is a time when the Christian draws closer to God through the power of the Holy Spirit. The confirmation party is a way to celebrate the next step in a confirmed person's life. A confirmation party will be remembered for many years to come, so picking a memorable location is important.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

1. Brainstorm with friends and relatives about locations. Ask close relatives where they had their confirmation party and what fond memories they remember.
2. Make a guest list, keeping your location options in mind. Determine how much space is needed for the party based on the number of guests you will invite. Take into consideration handicap accessibility if you have guests who need special features. Are there any other issues with the guests that may cause issues with the location, such as outside allergies? Know your guests.
3. Establish which of the locations will accommodate the guests and the food. Confirm that the location is large enough for the party and that there is a place to serve food. Ensure the party space is handicap accessible for the guests.
4. Choose the confirmed person's own home to keep a homey feel to the occasion. Choose Grandma's house if that is a common meeting area for the family. Choose a location that is intimate and memorable for your family to keep with the family tradition of the confirmation ceremony.
5. Select a child friendly location. Siblings and cousins are usually welcome at a confirmation party. Keep the setting child friendly in a place such as outside, in the house buffet style, or in a finished basement.
6. Pick a location that is welcoming to all the guests. Keep in mind that their may be ex-husbands and ex-wives who will feel more comfortable at the confirmed person's house rather than the new step mother's home.