Planning a party? Instead of heading indoors or rescheduling, have a rainy day party that prepares you for any weather. Here’s how to have an outdoor party in the rain.
Create an Outdoor Birthday Party Planning Checklist
Write down all the activities and fun you plan for your party and include a contingency plan in case of rain for each item. For example, if you’re serving food, can you set it up inside or under an awning to protect it from rain? If you’re playing specific games, can you play them in the rain or move them indoors? This checklist ensures you know exactly what to do if the weather turns.
Keep an Eye on the Weather and Have an Indoor Space for a Rain Date Party
Preparing for the weather can help you spot an approaching storm and plan accordingly. Similarly, letting guests in to use the bathroom and spend time inside can give you more options if it does rain. It makes it easier to move activities indoors.
If the rain brings thunder and lightning, staying outdoors may not be an option. Retreating indoors to watch movies, pop popcorn, order pizza and build blanket forts can turn a rainy day into a special event.
Set Up Tents and Protected Areas
Tents, canopies and other shade solutions can easily be rented or set up for parties. They protect guests from rain and provide a nice, shaded area on hot days, keeping everyone comfortable during your outdoor party. Look for solutions with screens to offer added protection from insects.
Work With the Rain
Want to know how to have a party in the rain and enjoy it? Set up water slides, water balloon tosses and pools to make the most of every drop. In hot weather, water can be a welcome and cooling treat. Just ask everyone to bring bathing suits and a change of clothes. Be sure to provide plenty of towels and some warm drinks.
How Maryland Sunrooms Can Help You Host Amazing Parties
If you want a beautiful space to entertain without interruptions from the sun, wind, rain, insects or anything else Mother Nature can throw at you, Maryland Sunrooms can help. Our beautiful sunrooms add value and space to your home, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors while protecting your guests and furniture from UV rays and the elements.
Our deck and patio enclosures are another great solution that allows you to enjoy the outdoors in comfort. Entertain guests on your patio throughout the seasons with a quality enclosure to keep your guests cool and protected.
To explore what solutions would work best with your home, contact Maryland Sunrooms for a free design consultation.
