Party at home or buffet? The pros and cons of each option

As soon as you start planning your child’s next birthday, the first – and biggest – question of all arises: where to hold the party?

Before deciding whether to sing happy birthday at home, in the hall of the building or at a buffet, it is necessary to assess what your expectations are for the event and compare the options in order to find the one that best fits them.

Currently, most condominiums have at least one function room. The possibility of having the party practically without leaving home ends up becoming a great attraction for parents who have this type of structure at their disposal. However, despite all the convenience, celebrating in the hall of the building may not always be the best alternative for the profile of the event you have envisioned. The buffet, in turn, offers practicality, but little freedom of customization.

Check out the advantages and disadvantages of parties at home or buffet:

Parties at home or in the hall of the building

Benefits

Schedule flexibility: If the party is at home, the family is in charge of the schedule. In the condominium halls, reservations are made daily, ensuring that the family also has the freedom to schedule the celebration at the best time.

Cost reduction: If compared to a children’s buffet, the party at home or in the hall of the condominium allows for great savings. This is because the family itself can prepare food, decor and souvenirs. The work is bigger, of course, but the savings can be worth it.

Custom parties: Decoration and games are at the discretion of the family. You can use creativity and create unique themes for your little party. When choosing from the menu, the rule is the same. Escaping from the standard menus of party houses, you can prepare options that better match the style of your event and the profile of your guests. In addition, family members’ cooking skills can be shared with loved ones.

Disadvantages

Number of guests: Due to the smaller space, it is likely that your guest list will have to be more streamlined.

Lack of structure: The children’s buffets offer different types of attractions and toys. In the condominium hall, you will need to prepare games and activities to entertain the little ones during the party.

Dispute by dates: If you started organizing the party with little time in advance or if you want a specific date, perhaps the condominium hall is not the best alternative. This is because the dispute over dates can be fierce between neighbors and the salon may not be available on the date you plan.

buffet

Benefits

Practicality: If you don’t like – or don’t have time – to get your hands dirty, choosing the buffet is right. The company takes care of all the details of the celebration and you don’t have to worry about almost anything.

Entertainment and structure: The packages offered by the party houses also already include toys and monitoring. Make sure the chosen venue offers toy options for the main age groups of the guests.

Disadvantages

Cost: Practicality comes at a price – and it can often be quite high. Set a budget for the event and try to find options that meet your needs within that maximum amount. There are buffets at all prices, but be careful to calculate the total cost, including all details such as souvenirs and invitations.

Scheduled schedule: Most ballrooms offer 4-hour event packages, catering for more than one event per day. And even if the party is going well, it must end exactly on time.

Standard party: Buffet parties make it difficult to customize the event, as they follow a predetermined itinerary. Normally the decor and the menu cannot undergo many changes either.