Outdoor Party

Establish the tone when you set the table and put up decorations.

Provide blankets and cushions or portable tables and chairs.

Set up the food on a buffet table outside.

Ply your guests with plenty of fluids.

Use coolers full of ice for beverage storage.

Hire a musician for an hour or two, or provide plenty of CDs and a boom box.

Set up a changing room for your pool party, with extra towels poolside.

Bring on the fun with a football, frisbee or volleyball set.

Find a spot for the table with the right mix of sun and shade.

Be sure that you are prepared with proper lighting if the party goes into the evening.

Make sure to have extra cashmere wraps for women and jackets for men, so if it starts to get chilly, guests can still dine outdoors comfortably.

Equipment

Solid folding chairs.

Outdoor chair pads.

Outdoor dining table and chairs.

String lights & paper lanterns.

Take-out boxes for gifts.

Outdoor umbrella.

Outdoor toss pillows.

Who it's for

This Outdoor Party Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.

Avoid forgetting - keep all your Outdoor Party essentials in one place (external memory)
Save time - start from a proven Outdoor Party structure instead of a blank page
Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time

How to use it

How to use this Outdoor Party Checklist

Save Outdoor Party Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Outdoor Party (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.

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