Hurray! The most awaited and favourite festival Diwali is just around the corner to light up our houses and get our loved ones close to us. Only a few days have left to celebrate this auspicious festival as this year Diwali falls in the month of October on the 24th date. So, get ready to plan a Diwali party without any delay. If you are going to throw a party first time and also if you have not started yet to plan or are worried about how to organize a good party within so little time, the following guidelines would help you even if you are used to planning it. With these expert tips, you don’t need to spend so much time planning a perfect Diwali party.
Diwali is the celebration of the victory of good over evil that is celebrated worldwide but in India on a greater magnitude. Diwali means sweets, crackers, great food, the perfect outfits, gifts, a game or two of cards, music, dance, and lots of family time. After stocking a whole year in studies and work, this occasion would give you a chance to bring your close ones together under one roof for a get-together over a round or two of teen Patti. Extending wishes, exchanging gifts, and the season’s best sweets and savouries are the perfect way to spread the aura of love and happiness around you on this huge day. This year’s party is quite different: throwing parties at home, wearing masks, and keeping hand sanitisers handy. Our expert ideas and suggestions will help you to throw a fantastic Diwali party and amaze your guests.
- Make a Guest List
The first thing to organize a Diwali party or any other party is to make a guest list including how many and to whom you want to invite for the Diwali bash. Generally, people get a rough idea about their guests by just making a mental calculation but often miss out on guests so to avoid it make a list at the beginning of the party-planning process as many things depend on your attendees. After preparing a proper list of guests decide on the type of invitation it’s better that you choose a digital invitation that may include email, social media like WhatsApp, etc as it saves your time and energy. You can also use Canva for easy and incredible card creation at home.
- Optimal Budget
Setting a budget is the foremost thing for planning any party. Through budgeting, it becomes quite easy to plan numerous things and set priorities. Set a certain amount that should be spent on a particular thing like décor, food, gifts, games, etc. according to the number of guests invited. It would save some extra bucks that you are going to spend on something unnecessary and also prevent you from the last-moment rush. With a proper budget and planning enjoy your Diwali party with all your friends and family members.
- Arrange Décor
Diwali is all about lighting and illuminating your home as well as your life. Lights greatly symbolize both physically and spiritually in this festive as it brings a bright and cheerful energy to your house. So, it becomes significant to light up all your décor with beautiful diyas, candles, some floor lamps, oil lamps, paper lantern lights, and string lights. You can also use electric, fairy lights, or diyas to get relief from running around with a matchbox whenever a flame is put out. Along with lights, also make rangoli and use flowers in decoration to give your house a beautiful look. Glowing, jewel-toned fabrics and bright florals can also add beauty to your décor. Avoid overboard with lights, just use different kinds and styles of lights and make sure you don’t leave them to light up and décor any corner of your house. Further, if you have decided on a theme, give your house a look based on the theme to add a little ‘Tadka’ to your party and to make your guests feel the festive vibe all the time they are there. For instance, you can keep a traditional dress code and ask your guests to dress up the same.
- Decide the Menu
Food is a must on any occasion or party and a major factor that affects its success. Most guests are there for food only so make sure different types of quality food include at least a three-course menu. From traditional dishes like aloo tikki and poori sabji to customary crackers like chakris and phuljharis, there are several food delicacies ranging from starters and drinks to main courses and sweets to shine at your Diwali bash. If you want to focus on your guests and worry less about food preparations, then keep it simple and order from a restaurant. Try to include lots of varieties of snacks like nachos and popcorn and lessen the quantity of the main courses to keep your guests nibbling especially when you have a bunch of hungry guests on your hand.
The Diwali festival is incomplete without serving sweets as these are the essence of Diwali meals. Serve the homemade fresh traditional Indian sweets which are famous during Diwali like sewayein and gujeyian. You can also serve dry fruits. Also, include drinks in the menu depending on the type of guests you have invited. That may include cocktails or mocktails, beverages common such as juices, soft drinks, and wine.
- Music
The right music sets the mood of your party so make a list of good songs to play in the background that includes a perfect mix of traditional, and classy songs. The night with Bollywood hits not only brings fun and nostalgia but also provides you with lots of memories attached to them. Make sure there would have proper space for those who want to shake a leg or dance freely. A good choice of music can charge your guests and can have a festive feel.
- Games
Diwali is also about playing games and so the Diwali party is incomplete without having the games. Usually, cards are played at this festival but if you don’t want to throw a card party, keep some other good indoor games and entertainment options for your guests. And, keep the gifts for the winners also.
- Crackers
Everyone is excited to burst crackers and fireworks during the Diwali season though it’s not necessary to use loud and noisy crackers. You can try some small like anar, Chakri, Phuljhadi, and green crackers as well which are making a trend in the market. Just make sure your guests may enjoy every moment of this celebration and make them feel as if they are in their home.
- Gifts
Diwali celebration is incomplete without giving gifts to your loved ones so before leaving your guests make sure you greet them with love and give them some gifts as a symbol of your blessing. It will be nice if you give them homemade sweets beautifully packed, some chocolates for the children, or a small statue of God as a blessing. This element of festive surprise makes them feel special and they will surely love your hospitality and bring with them sweet memories.
Book Farmhouses or Party Halls for Diwali Celebrations
If you want to throw the Diwali party outside the home, go ahead with farmhouses or party halls for Diwali celebrations. The best part is that you just have to focus on your celebration and don’t bother at all about its preparations and arrangements as all will be done by their expert panel. The whole is beautifully decorated and illuminated with lights, diyas, and candles. You can also get customized services. Usually, people visit each other’s places so why not bring some uniqueness and gather in a lovely farmhouse and enjoy family time together over card games and other entertaining activities this Diwali night?
Top 3 Party Halls in Delhi for Celebrations
Here, we have some best party places in Delhi for Diwali celebrations. Let’s check them.
- Vintage The Retreat
Vintage The Retreat is one of the best farmhouses in Delhi for organizing any kind of party whether it’s a pool party, birthday party, family social function, pre-wedding function, marriage anniversary, baby shower, or any other event. This 4 BHK fully furnished spacious farm spreads over 4 acres of magnificent greens and has four bedrooms and two lavish green gardens with a beautiful full-size swimming pool. The gardens are also perfect for playing outdoor games. So, this farm serves all your needs. Click here to book now
Location: Chhatarpur, Delhi
Price Per Menu: ₹1200/- + Tax for veg and ₹1500/- + Tax for non-veg.
Capacity: Maximum 350 people
- Regal Palace
Regal Palace is very convenient and accessible as its located in the Industrial Area, near Shakti Nagar and a minute’s drive away from the Azadpur metro station. Their three luxurious banquet halls have a picturesque ambiance for multiple types of occasions. Regal Palance is one of the perfect night party places in Delhi NCR to host your Diwali party. CLICK HERE TO BOOK NOW
Location: GT Karnal Road, Delhi
Price Per Menu: ₹600/person
Capacity: Maximum 500 guests
- Mallu Farms
If you are looking for a farmhouse in Delhi for a party, you must go ahead with this stunning Mallu Farm that offers peerless grandeur for your celebrations. Its beautiful ambience would provide an idyllic setting for your celebrations. They also offer on-site decoration to set up your desired theme for the occasion. CLICK HERE TO BOOK NOW
Location: Chhatarpur, Delhi
Price Per Menu: ₹ 2000/- for veg and ₹ 2200/- for non-veg
Capacity: From 200 to 3000 can accommodate
Final Thoughts
Diwali is such a larger-than-life celebration that has illuminated our busy life with joy and happiness. With these planning hacks for your house party make your Diwali Khushiyon wali and celebrate it with great enthusiasm and joy. Well, we wish you a very Happy Diwali to all readers.
