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Are you new to a neighborhood and want to meet everyone living around you? The best way to accomplish this is to throw a block party. You can get to know your neighbors and have some fun while doing it. 

However, you may have never thrown a neighborhood party before. So what are the steps required to ensure it’s a success? In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know when it comes to hosting your first neighborhood party.

Gather All of Your Equipment

Decide on the tools you will need to make food for the party. For example, are you going to BBQ? If so, you’ll need a grill, fuel, coal, and more to BBQ the food.

In addition, you should get food skewers depending on the dishes you decide to make. For example, it’ll be an excellent tool for making veggie or shrimp boil skewers.

Lastly, don’t forget your paper plates, cups, and utensils. After planning and hosting your party, you will want to make the cleanup process less stressful.

Go Door to Door and Invite Everyone

The best way to invite your neighbours is to go to their steps and ask them. It’s an excellent way to introduce yourself to them and tell them your plans.

If you’re a shy person, you may want to take some time to gather the courage to do this. Meeting new people can create some anxiety, but remember that not everyone is mean. 

Also, if your neighbor says no, don’t feel down about it. Sometimes people can’t fit a party into their busy schedules. Instead, offer another chance when you can meet up with them to get to know them better.

Lastly, remember to send invites to your neighbors a week before the party. You don’t want to plan the party and buy all the essentials for people to forget about it.

Plan for the Party’s Menu

What are you going to plan to fix for your neighborhood party? It’s best to plan the menu for the party at least two weeks in advance. This way, you’ll know everything you need to get before the big day.

Remember that you’ll also have to include drinks and snacks on the menu. These food items are essential to making sure your guests enjoy their time at your party. 

You can keep it simple and buy drinks and snacks at the store. However, sometimes it’s best to be creative for a party. 

For example, you can make a margarita pitcher for everyone to enjoy. It’s a refreshing drink that’ll have your guests wanting more. So, be sure to make two pitchers for everyone.

Figure Out a Way To Keep the Kids Entertained

Your new neighborhood will likely have multiple families living on your block. But, of course, the parents can’t leave them at home while attending your party, so you’ll have to figure out a way to keep them entertained.

You can have a section of your backyard that’s dedicated to the kids. Consider setting up a few outside games for them to play in this area. If you need some ideas, look here to find outdoor games for kids.

Ask Neighbors if They Don’t Mind Helping

As a new person on the block, you don’t want to overwhelm yourself when hosting your first party. So when inviting everyone, ask a few if they don’t mind helping you plan the party. 

You can delegate some of the tasks with planning the party to the other neighbors. It’ll help lift some stress off your shoulders, and you can create a close bond with a few of your neighbors.

In addition, if some of the neighbors are willing to help, more may decide to come to the party. For some reason, people are more inclined to attend parties when they personally know others who will be there. So, when asking people to come to the party, be sure to let them know who else is coming.

Decide on Who Will Bring What

Another way to relieve stress off your shoulders is to ask if other neighbors are willing to bring items to the party. For example, someone can be responsible for bringing paper plates, cups, and plastic utensils. Likewise, another neighbor can be accountable for getting the decorations. 

In addition, you can make the party more of a potluck to keep you from having to cook everything. Just because you’re hosting the party doesn’t mean you have to provide everything. It is a neighborhood block party, after all. 

These Tips Will Ensure the Success of Your Neighborhood Party

Just because you’re new to the neighborhood doesn’t mean you have to be the only one making the party come to life. It’s all about bringing everyone together and being a part of a community. 

So, while planning the party, try to see if other neighbors are willing to pitch in. Doing so will ensure the party is successful and everyone enjoys their time.