{"id":17466,"date":"2024-06-06T07:28:03","date_gmt":"2024-06-06T12:28:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/?p=17466"},"modified":"2024-06-06T10:16:06","modified_gmt":"2024-06-06T15:16:06","slug":"graduation-party-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/graduation-party-checklist","title":{"rendered":"Graduation Party Checklist: Follow This Timeline for Success"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17474\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/students-holding-their-diplomas.jpeg\" alt=\"Graduation party checklist: students holding their diplomas\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/students-holding-their-diplomas.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/students-holding-their-diplomas-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/students-holding-their-diplomas-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">grad<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> season! After all their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hard work<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, your graduate is ready to reap the rewards \u2014 and that means it\u2019s time for a celebration. Whether you\u2019re planning an over-the-top <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bash<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or a laid-back gathering, there\u2019s a lot on your to-do list.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this detailed <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">graduation party checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ll find essential tasks and preparations to ensure success at every step of the planning process.<\/span><br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><b>Graduation Party Checklist<\/b><b>: <\/b><b>How to Plan a Graduation Party<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17477\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/friends-eating-outdoors-while-a-man-serenades-them.jpeg\" alt=\"Graduation party checklist: friends eating outdoors while a man serenades them\" width=\"850\" height=\"567\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/friends-eating-outdoors-while-a-man-serenades-them.jpeg 850w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/friends-eating-outdoors-while-a-man-serenades-them-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/friends-eating-outdoors-while-a-man-serenades-them-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Study this <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">graduation party checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to pull together the perfect event to honor the special grad&#8217;s achievements. We\u2019ve broken it down into a handy timeline so you know what needs to get checked off your to-do list. For even more tips, check out our <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/graduation-party\">guide for planning a graduation party<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3-4 Months Before<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_17467\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17467\" class=\"wp-image-17467 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Era-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Graduation party checklist: Era Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Era-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Era-Invitation-258x300.jpg 258w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17467\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: taylorVdesign<\/p><\/div>\n<p><b>Invitation Inspiration:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/era\/black\/graduation\"><b>Era Invitation<\/b><\/a><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it\u2019s a<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/high-school-graduation-party-ideas\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>high school graduation party<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">college graduation party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, here\u2019s what to focus on 3-4 months before the event.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Create a budget:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A few months before the party, determine how much you want to spend on the celebration. Factor in expenses like decorations, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">party food<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, stationery, and the cost of any vendors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Make the <\/b><b>guest list<\/b><b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create a list of friends, family, and colleagues you want to invite. Ask the graduate to give you a list of people they definitely want on the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guest list<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Keep your budget in mind as you create the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guest list<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and make adjustments as necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Choose a <\/b><b>party theme<\/b><b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you like, choose a theme for your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">grad party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The theme can be based on the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">school\u2019s colors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or things the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guest of honor<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> enjoys \u2014 like a sport or a subject they plan on studying. You can also choose a classic <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">party theme<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like a<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/planning-perfect-summer-bbq\"><strong>summer <\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>BBQ<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ice cream party, or<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/luau-party\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>luau<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Decide on a venue, time, and date: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typically, the celebration takes place at home right after the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">graduation ceremony<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but feel free to choose a different day if that makes more sense. Decide together when and where to host the event based on your schedules and preferences.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Start talking to vendors:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Graduation is a popular time for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">party planners<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and other vendors. Several months before the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, start talking to entertainers like DJs and live bands as well as caterers, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">linen<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> rentals, and professional photographers. You\u2019ll have a better chance of ensuring they\u2019re available for the time and date of your celebration.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>One Month Before<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_17470\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17470\" class=\"wp-image-17470 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Metallic-Tassel-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Graduation party checklist: Metallic Tassel Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Metallic-Tassel-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Metallic-Tassel-Invitation-258x300.jpg 258w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17470\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Stacey Meacham Design, LLC<\/p><\/div>\n<p><b>Invitation Inspiration:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/metallic-tassel\/white\/graduation\"><b>Metallic Tassel Invitation<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Graduation day is quickly approaching. As much as you\u2019ve checked items off your to-do list, there\u2019s more to be done. Consider these important <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">graduation party checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> items when it\u2019s one month before the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Send <\/b><b>out invitations<\/b><b>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Now\u2019s the time to let guests know about the special event! Send<\/span><strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/graduation-party-invitations\">graduation party invitations<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to everyone on your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guest list<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> about a month before the event. For out-of-town guests, give 6-8 weeks\u2019 notice so they have time to make travel arrangements. Be sure to include <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RSVP<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> details so you can easily keep track of who can attend.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Make final vendor reservations: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reconnect with your vendors and make payments or final arrangements to ensure their services are ready for your event.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Get decorations and serving supplies:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Start stocking up on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">party supplies<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">graduation banners<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and signage as well as tablecloths, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">napkins<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and servingware. Get<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/graduation-decoration-ideas\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>graduation party decorations<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like school-themed <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">memorabilia<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">backdrops<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">photo booth<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Be sure to get plenty of caps, tassels, and gold stars to decorate the event space.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Two Weeks Before<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_17471\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17471\" class=\"wp-image-17471 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Painterly-Border-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Painterly Border Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Painterly-Border-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Painterly-Border-Invitation-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17471\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Stellax Creative<\/p><\/div>\n<p><b>Invitation Inspiration:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/painterly-border\/black\/graduation\"><b>Painterly Border Invitation<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re two weeks away from celebrating your graduate and their years of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hard work<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Focus your energy on getting the following tasks out of the way, so you\u2019re set up for success.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Create a <\/b><b>playlist<\/b><b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re hiring a DJ or going the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DIY <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">route, start compiling a list of songs to play at the party. Ask the graduate to give you a list of their top tunes or poll their friends to ensure the music hits the right note.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Make a <\/b><b>slideshow<\/b><b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Honor your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">grad<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in a special way by putting together a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">slideshow<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> featuring photos of them throughout the years. It\u2019ll also make a fun digital keepsake for years to come.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prepare <\/b><b>party favors<\/b><b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start putting together gift bags for the guests to take home. Match the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">party favors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to your theme or go for custom candles, chocolate bars, or goodie bags with the graduation year printed on them.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>One Week Before<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_17469\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17469\" class=\"wp-image-17469 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Iconic-Grad-Invitation.jpg\" alt=\"Iconic Grad Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Iconic-Grad-Invitation.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Iconic-Grad-Invitation-258x300.jpg 258w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17469\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Owl and Toad<\/p><\/div>\n<p><b>Invitation Inspiration:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/iconic-grad\/white\/graduation\"><b>Iconic <\/b><b>Grad<\/b><b> Invitation<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re almost at the finish line, but there are a few things left to do. Don\u2019t let these important tasks on your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">graduation party planning checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fall by the wayside.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prep food that can be made ahead of time: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re not hiring a caterer, get a jump on your graduation day tasks by making some of the food beforehand. Pop these items into the fridge or freezer until the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Check the weather and make adjustments: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep an eye on the forecast and put together a backup plan in case rain, wind, or snow threatens to put a damper on the event.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Make a final list of <\/b><b>last-minute<\/b><b> items:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Consider any items you still need to buy and write them down in one easy-to-read list. Then plan to spend a day or two gathering these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">last-minute<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> supplies.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>A Day or Two Before<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_17473\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17473\" class=\"wp-image-17473 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Simple-Script-Invitation-2.jpg\" alt=\"Simple Script Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Simple-Script-Invitation-2.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Simple-Script-Invitation-2-258x300.jpg 258w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17473\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Shari Margolin Design<\/p><\/div>\n<p><b>Invitation Inspiration:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/simple-script\/blue\/graduation\"><b>Simple Script Invitation<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s almost time! But before the big event, you still have a day or two to prepare everything. Here\u2019s what you should be checking off your to-do list the day or two before the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">grad party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Clean the venue:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you\u2019re hosting a<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/backyard-graduation-party-ideas\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>backyard graduation party<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or at a friend or family member\u2019s house, do a deep cleaning to prep the space for the event.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Set up the venue: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set out tables, chairs, and other gathering spaces unless a professional company is handling this for you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Test and charge electronics:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you plan on doing a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">slideshow<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or playing music, set up and test all the equipment to make sure everything is working. If it\u2019s not, you have some time to troubleshoot and buy any extra gear you may need.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Start hanging decorations:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> To save time on the day of the event, start setting out decorations like streamers, confetti, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">centerpieces<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Be mindful of items that may need to be fresh (flowers, for example) and ask the venue how early you can access the space if you\u2019re renting out a room.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Day of the Graduation Party<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_17472\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17472\" class=\"wp-image-17472 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Scalloped-Waves-Invitation-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scalloped Waves Invitation\" width=\"400\" height=\"522\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Scalloped-Waves-Invitation-1.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Scalloped-Waves-Invitation-1-230x300.jpg 230w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17472\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Design: Lisa Travis<\/p><\/div>\n<p><b>Invitation Inspiration:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/invitations\/scalloped-waves\/orange\/graduation\"><b>Scalloped Waves Invitation<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big day<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has arrived! While everything is coming together, here are a few things that still need to get done on the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">day of the party<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Food prep: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finish preparing any food that you plan on serving and start plating all of the items. Use <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">coolers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and ovens or warming bags to keep foods at the right temperature until guests arrive.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Label food and beverages:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Create festive labels for all food and beverage items. Bonus points for adding decorative elements like tassels and miniature caps!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Create a space for <\/b><b>graduation gifts<\/b><b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set up a table where guests can leave<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/graduation-cards\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>graduation cards<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and gifts. You can also set out a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guest book<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for people to fill out as they arrive \u2014 it makes for a special <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">keepsake<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">grad<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as they take on the next adventure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Set up party games: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask a friend or family member to help you set up any backyard games or <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/graduation-party-games\">graduation party games<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Finish decorations:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Inflate your balloons (or pick them up from the party supply store), set out floral decor, and put the finishing touches on any decorations that you couldn\u2019t do ahead of time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Get ready to party:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Prepare to greet guests as they arrive and don\u2019t forget to enjoy the festivities \u2014 you\u2019ve earned it!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Enjoy the <\/b><b>Perfect Graduation Party<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">graduation party checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ll plan a fantastic celebration honoring your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">grad<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hard work<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and accomplishments. From four months in advance to the day of the event, this checklist ensures you\u2019re organized every step of the way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re ready to let guests know about the special celebration, browse our collection of<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/designs\/graduation-invitations\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>graduation invitations<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You\u2019ll find designs for every <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">grad party theme<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, whether it\u2019s a formal affair or a casual gathering. Customize the designs by changing color schemes, uploading photos of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">grad<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or adding elements like a wax seal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need more <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">graduation party ideas<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Continue browsing<\/span> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenvelope.com\/blog\/\">our Stationers blog<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find ideas on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">party themes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, decoration ideas, and party games. You\u2019ll also find etiquette tips and wording ideas when you need to write graduation cards or craft invites.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s grad season! After all their hard work, your graduate is ready to reap the rewards \u2014 and that means it\u2019s time for a celebration. 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