Planning an Anniversary Party in Hopkinton

Are you hosting a wedding anniversary party for your parents or a special couple who is near and dear to you?Planning it should never be a chore—it should be an honor, and most of all, it should be fun. With the right venue and the right suppliers in Hopkinton, it should be a breeze. The tips below can take most of the stress out of organizing an anniversary party in Hopkinton.

The Vibe: Formal or Casual?

The party should be in line with the anniversary couple’s style.Look back at the parties they have thrown before. Were those events low-key celebrations (read: backyard barbecues) or big formal affairs in beautiful country clubs and banquet halls around Hopkinton? Milestone wedding anniversaries(25th and 50thyears of marriage) should be celebrated a little more formally. This doesn’t necessarily mean a stuffy dinner banquet, though—you can book a beautiful hall in a country club for a relaxed fête.

Set a Budget

An anniversary party, just as any party, can easily become a little too expensive if not planned properly. Even if the sky is the limit when it comes to the budget, you should stilldetermine—before you even start planning—how much you wish to spendon the party. This will ensure that money is not frittered away by useless details. There is no reason to overspend on something that can be done at a much more reasonable price.

Decide on How Many People to Invite

Will this anniversary party just be for immediate family, or will you also be inviting members of the extended family and friends? Get an informal guest list started as early as you can. This will help you approximate the number of guests so you can decide on a location.

Where & When

The degree of formality and the size of the anniversary party will dictate, to a large degree, where it should be held. Fora formal event, check out Hopkinton’sballrooms and country clubs.

As for the ‘when,’the party should ideally be held on the couple's anniversary date, or as close to it as possible. Some couples might go on an anniversary trip during their big day, so be sure to ask beforehand.

Food

If you are holding the anniversary party in a hotel or country club, the food will most likely be provided with the venue. Be sure to clarify that you want a comprehensive quote for the food and the venue rental fee.

About The Author:

This article was written by Marnie MacAlpine, Assistant General Manager at Hopkinton Country Club. The Hopkinton Country Club is a perfect place for any event or celebration, business meeting or golf outing. Their golf course features a fully stocked golf pro shop with custom club fitting, golf accessories, golf and leisure apparel for men’s and women’s.

This article was written by Marnie MacAlpine, Director of Sales & Marketing at Hopkinton Country Club.