8 Essential Class Reunion Ideas
It has never been easier to plan a class reunion party. This is due to online social networking sites such as Facebook and Myspace.
This being said, statistics show that the average attendance for class reunion parties is only between 10 – 25%. This is probably due to anxiety and nervousness about facing former foes, loves and classmates.
By following these class reunion ideas you will stand a better chance of getting a high attendance and throw a party that your guests will always remember:
1. There is a lot of pressure on anybody to throw a class reunion party. Why not recruit a former classmate who lives nearby to help with the organization? As you will see, there is lots to do so you may as well!
2. Remember that many of your former classmates will be travelling great distances to attend your event. They will have careers and families to factor in! Make sure you allow as much notice as possible, even up to a year and beyond!
3. You should dedicate a website or at least a Facebook group to your class reunion party! This would be far better than sending out invitations. This way your former classmates will be able to see who is attending and will be able to look forward to the event.
4. Place a form on your website where you can find out information such as:
a. Do you have a vegetarian preference? You need to plan the meals after all!
b. Accommodation needed? If enough of your guests will be requiring accommodation then you could negotiate a group discount at a nearby hotel!
c. Extra? Would your guests wish to order a dvd of the event and pens, photos etc.
d. Photos? Have an area where school photos can be uploaded.
e. Payment – Have a link to Paypal so that they can pay in advance for the event.
5. Hire a photographer! You can have a photo taken of all your guests when they arrive. If they have sent in a school photo, then you can have both photos put in the dvd.
6. To be very nostalgic, play music from the year of your graduation!
7. Provide name tags for everyone to avoid the inevitable embarrassments!
8. The food you provide should be top notch. Remember this is an extremely special occasion that has been a long time in the making.
Planning a class reunion party can be an extremely stressful endevour! So I hope that these Class Reunion Ideas have given you pause for thought and have taken a load off your shoulders! We also have many more Class Reunion Ideas to help make your party unique, memorable and fun for you and all your guests. Enjoy!
