How to Host the Perfect Fall Housewarming Party by Chafin Communities

Congratulations on your new home! Purchasing a home is something to be excited about and worth celebrating. A housewarming party is a way for you to share this excitement with friends and family. We have put together this step-by-step guide to help you host a memorable housewarming party this fall. 

Who? 

First, let’s talk about the logistics. You need guests to have a party, so make sure to send invitations to friends, family, coworkers, and even your new neighbors. This is a great way to break the ice and get to know your neighbors. 

What? 

You are celebrating the success of achieving a new milestone and entering a new chapter in your life. Fall is a wonderful time to gather and share time with new and old friends. This could be the beginning of creating lasting memories in your new home.

When? 

When choosing a date and time, give yourself the courtesy of allowing enough time to properly prepare. You want to be able to settle in and clean up before the party, so you can display the best version of your new home without stressing yourself out. In addition, weekends are usually the best time to catch people with availability. 

Where? 

We know the party will take place at your new home, but consider which part you want to focus on. Perhaps, everyone will get a full tour of the home. Maybe you want to have a backyard party with a bonfire, cornhole, or a cookout by the grill. Think about the weather conditions on the day of the party and how many people you need to accommodate. 

Decor

If you choose to have a theme, seasonal decorations can save the day. Not only will they make a statement at the party, but you can leave them for your home’s festive decorations as well. Whether it be a specific color or the embodiment of the season, fall is full of the warmth and coziness that will make everyone feel right at home. 

Food 

When planning a party, food should almost always be involved. There is nothing that can sweeten the deal like a little comfort food or tasty snacks up for grabs. It is a good rule of thumb to include a variety of tastes- sweet and savory, so you can appeal to everyone and all their taste buds. Some popular options include finger foods, dips, and charcuterie. Potlucks can also take a lot of the pressure off of you as the host. 

Drinks

Whether you choose to serve alcoholic beverages, nonalcoholic beverages, or both, you can’t serve all that delicious food without drinks to pair. It is fun to have one signature drink to follow along with the theme or to get the guests talking. During the fall, drinks like apple cider or cocktails like Hot Toddy and Hot Buttered Rum are delightful. It may also be fun to have all the guests bring a bottle of their favorite beverage to either sip on or contribute to your new collection. Just be sure to have mixers ready for the guests to enjoy. 

Activities 

You may be bringing a new crowd of people together, and activities are a great way to bring people together naturally. Fall and football are one in the same in the south. If you are a sports fan, consider hosting your housewarming party during a Saturday or Sunday football game. People can gather around the TV and bond over the game if interested. If you have more of an artistic flair, an at home paint and sip is a fun activity. Everyone can sip on their favorite beverage and paint some wall decor. You can even choose a theme or everyone can paint the same picture to take home.

You are officially prepared to host an epic housewarming party. Remember to relax, have fun, and enjoy the home that you have created. Cheers to new beginnings, new memories, and new friends!