Top Tips For Throwing A Last Minute Party

Whether you are having a few friends over for the evening or planning the party of the year, throwing together some last-minute entertainment can be challenging. It is possible to have fun at short notice, though - it's all about knowing how to get things done quickly! Here are my top tips for throwing together an impromptu party at the drop of a hat.

Find Same Day Delivery Services Nearby

You don't have to go out and buy stuff when you can get it delivered - especially if you are short of time. From instant flowers from a Paddingont florist to same-day food delivery services that will bring delicious snacks or hot meals directly to your door, you should be able to find some online.

When choosing a service for this purpose, you must consider the following. What are your budget, timescale, and location? Also, what do you actually need to be delivered? For example, would it be easier to use a delivery service that will send someone out with all of the food ready-cooked or one that provides raw ingredients to prepare yourself? It is also essential to look at customer reviews when selecting a company.

Make A Batch Of Cocktails

One of the quickest and easiest ways to provide a range of drinks for your guests is to make up some cocktails! It's not difficult, and they taste great; all you need is a list of recipes and the right tools. Some good cocktail recipes and how to make them:

Cosmopolitan

To make a cosmopolitan, you will need:

Ice cubes, three parts vodka, one part triple sec, and a splash of cranberry juice. Fill the glass with ice cubes and pour over the ingredients in equal quantities. Garnish with a slice of lemon or lime.

Pina Colada

To make a pina colada, you will need:

Plain or coconut rum, pineapple juice, and crushed ice. Blend all ingredients until they are smooth, then serve in a tall glass garnished with a slice of pineapple and maraschino cherry on top. 

Margarita

To make a margarita, you will need:

Ice cubes, two parts tequila, one part triple sec or Cointreau, and a squeeze of lime. Fill the glass with ice cubes, then pour over the ingredients in equal quantities. Garnish with a slice of lime.

Mojito 

To make a mojito, you will need:

Ice cubes, one part white rum, two parts sugar syrup, and a sprig of mint. Muddle the mint to release its flavor, add it with the other ingredients and some ice cubes to a tall glass. Gently stir, then garnish with a slice of lime or a sprig of mint.

Make A Playlist

If you are short of time but want to provide background music for your guests, creating a playlist is the best way to ensure that you get all the songs you enjoy playing.

Making a playlist can be simple - just think about what you would like to hear and put together a list of songs or albums. All digital music players can create playlists, which is another good option if you don't own any other equipment. 

It's also possible to get services these days where someone else will create playlists for different occasions. If this sounds like something that might work better for you, look online for companies in your area that offer this service - it shouldn't be difficult to find some. 

Play Games And Have Prizes

Finding games that can be played without any equipment can help to keep your guests entertained. The following are some examples of no-equipment games you could try out if you are short on time. Some good no-equipment party games are:

The Alphabet Game - take turns saying the first letter of each word, starting with your own name. You must say at least three words before moving on to another letter so that this game can go on forever! The person who messes up or forgets to continue loses.

Pictionary - large pieces of paper and pens will provide all of the materials needed for this one! Split into two teams and line up facing each other across a table. One person on each team will draw an object or concept, and their teammates need to guess what it is.

Charades - this game is well known; all you need to do here is set a time limit for your guests (e.g., 5 minutes), then give them a list of words they need to mime or act out during that time! The aim is for the rest of the party to guess as many items from the list as possible before the end of the allotted time.

Make It A Theme Party

If you are short on both time and money, making your party a themed event is one of the easiest ways to solve these problems! You don't need to worry if all you want is to wear certain clothes, accessories, etc. Numerous websites offer themed ideas for parties, so take some time out before the party to think about what might work best for you and your guests.

Some good themes include:

• Halloween is a fun, spooky, and relatively easy theme to play with. All you need to do is buy some orange and black decorations, and everyone can dress up as their favorite movie monster or the like!

• A hippy-themed party - many people, love this idea because most have fond memories of the 1960s from childhoods. Ask your guests to bring along clothes they used to wear at school/college etc., decorate your house in colorful bunting.

• Winter - playing with the cold wintery idea can be done in many different ways. Think about having guests dress up in scarves, gloves, etc., then serving warm food and hot cider to keep everyone cozy!

Get Some Party Favors

If you are worried about how to please your guests, consider getting some party favors - these are small gifts that people will take home after leaving your event. Many different things can be used as favors, but one of the most popular options is candy in small bags or boxes. Other ideas could include noisemakers, mini keychains, etc. If you want to impress your guests, then think about offering something unique - customized items are often popular choices because they allow each person attending the party to have something totally unique and original. 

Having a last-minute party can be a stressful experience, but if you plan properly and follow the advice listed above, it doesn't need to be! Relax and enjoy yourself; your guests will appreciate the effort you put into making them happy. If you still feel overwhelmed, consider hiring someone to help with the preparations - this is often much cheaper than people realize because many companies offer discounts for parties.