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Six-week countdown
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6 weeks out
Pick a date and a rain-or-heat backup plan
Set the guest count and the budget range
5 weeks out
Tour or call two venues and hold one
4 weeks out
Book entertainment or the activity host
3 weeks out
Send invitations with parking and drop-off details
2 weeks out
Order the cake and confirm food quantities
Reserve tables, chairs, shade or a bounce house
1 week out
Buy decorations, favors and candles
3 days out
Confirm headcount, allergies and vendor arrival times
Day before
Chill drinks, charge cameras, pack an emergency kit
Party day
Arrive 45 minutes early to set up and greet vendors