Sweet 16 Party Checklist
Table of Contents
3 Months Before
Determine your budget.
Tour various restaurants and hotels for possible locations.
Check your personal calendar as well as the school's.
Pick the date and location.
6 Weeks Before
Start collecting memorabilia and assembling scrapbook or boards.
Call or stop by a rental company to see all the fun stuff for rent.
If you are having your party at home, order your tables, chairs and tents.
Call caterers or local restaurants for bids.
Decide on a theme.
Call for entertainment prices.
Order or start making invitations.
Determine number of guests to invite.
Select caterer.
Order water bottles (or labels) with your Sweet 16 photo on them.
Buy paper plates, napkins, silverware, glasses, etc.
Buy decorations.
Order beverages.
Mail invitations 4 weeks before the party.
Buy party favors for your Sweet 16 guests.
Finish scrapbook or board.
The Week of the Party
Pick up food & beverages.
If you are having your party outside of your home go to the location to determine table placement and seating chart.
Buy extra film and batteries and charge video batteries.
Follow up with guests who have not replied to the invitation.
Wrap gifts for Sweet 16 and guests.
Set up tent on the day before the party.
Review guest list.
Confirm delivery of rental equipment and plan to be there for a quick inspection.
Choose party attire.
Find a dress.
Schedule appointment for salon for morning of party for hair/makeup.
The Day of the Party
Sleep as late as you can.
Sweep the front entryway, driveway and garage (if you are using it).
Pick up balloons and put up yard signs and directional signs.
Meet with your helpers, give them detailed instructions.
Set tables, serving tables and beverages.
Set out non-perishable food early.
Set out perishable food at the last minute.
Let the Sweet 16 celebration begin!
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Introduction
Who it's for
This Sweet 16 Party Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Sweet 16 Party essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Sweet 16 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 Sweet 16 Party Checklist
- Save Sweet 16 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 Sweet 16 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.