It’s been a few years since you last saw each other and plans for a reunion are underway. Since the last year has been tough on a lot of people, it’s likely that the next reunion will be on more of a budget than it normally is.
No problem! We’ve got a few tips on how to plan a family reunion on a budget.
Tips on Planning a Reunion on a Budget
A reunion will change a whole lot of ‘missing’ into ‘hugs and kisses’. Here’s a blueprint for these plans.
- Timely preparation
- Facebook family reunion page
- Fundraising
- Request for a deposit
- Offseason date
- Group rates on hotel rooms
- Bowling: The ideal game
- Timely preparation
A family reunion isn’t an event that can survive last-minute preparation. To begin plans a year ahead is ideal. This will ensure you choose a time that favors everyone’s schedule and budget. Plus, finding available venue spaces will be easier.
- Facebook family reunion page
Having considered the number of attendees, it would be impossible to keep communications straight over phone or email.
Create a Facebook family reunion page; a lot can be discussed with everyone able to participate from different locations at the same time.
- Fundraising
Everyone wants a successful turnout, so they want to contribute any way they can. Each family can donate a flat amount to cover the cost of venue, food, and entertainment.
To allow for transparency, the money should go into a bank account that is managed by one family member. Receipts and deposit/expense reports can be posted right into the group.
- Request for a deposit
A non-refundable deposit doesn’t allow room for backing out. Get each family to submit a non-refundable deposit as that’ll tell you for sure who is actually coming.
- Offseason date
You also want the season to make things easy for you. Consider the time of the year for the reunion, because venues’ prices are based on the time of the year. Consider venues with resort centers that go well with the season.
An off-season date is better as it’s easier to make a reservation. Plus, it’s usually more affordable then.
- Group rates on hotel rooms
For a group affair, one way to save money on hotel services is to seek hotels that have rooms with full kitchens and other amenities, so that there won’t be a need to depend on services from the hotel management. Everyone manages the budget by helping each other get things done.
- Bowling: The ideal game
What other fun activities have you not included in the plan? Competing is sort of what families do. Bowling is a fun activity that’s suitable for people of all ages. You can create teams where everyone gets to pair with cousins, nephews, and grandparents.
How about a bowling party? Sounds like fun!
The plan is taking form, right? This should help immensely with your budget.
Having difficulty picking out a perfect location? Not to worry.
At Stars and Strikes, we’ve got a bowling alley that is just right for a bowling party family reunion. With VIP lounges, a fully equipped game room, great food, and lots more, you know you’ll get the perfect family reunion.
As for the kids, there are lots of ways to keep them busy, from bumper cars and laser tag to virtual reality games and more.
We’ve covered how to plan a family reunion on a budget as well as a few ideas for activities, like a bowling party! Reach out to us now at Stars and Strikes or call 678-965-5707 to get started on your plans for your next reunion.