Party Checklist

3 to 4 Weeks Before

2 to 3 Weeks before

1 Week Before

  • Do any heavy cleaning
  • Order cake
  • Order Flowers
  • Buy non-perishable food & beverages
  • Buy candles
  • Procure matches
  • Bake & freeze unfrosted cake if making your own 
  • Buy freezable foods
  • Schedule activities
  • Call non RSVP guests

Two Days Before

Day Before

Party Day

  • Check camera batteries
  • Buy extra batteries
  • Clean party area
  • Make necessary space in the  refrigerator 
  • Buy extra garbage bags, foil & plastic wrap
  • Arrange party favors
  • Confirm entertainment
  • Select music
  • Fill piņata  
  • Defrost frozen foods
  • Clean bathrooms
  • Wash outdoor surfaces
  • Charge video recorder
  • Decorate party room
  • Childproof party area
  • Gather birthday games or activities
  • Set out party favors
  • Buy undelivered floral arrangements 
  • Prepare food that will refrigerate well overnight 
  • Arrange food delivery
  • Eat out or order in
  • Defrost cake before bed
  • Pick up cake, ice, balloons
  • Frost & decorate homemade cake
  • Decorate outdoor areas
  • Set up birthday games
  • Gather serving pieces
  • Have camera ready
  • Prepare perishable food
  • Check bathroom for needed supplies (toilet paper, hand towels, soap)
  • Secure pets as needed
  • Smile and have fun!

Party checklist courtesy of Rexanne.com