Throwing a party is never easy; organising a guest list, food and drinks let alone a place to have can be stressful and expensive. What makes it worse is that the threat of gatecrashers. In our modern age of Facebook events and open invitations, your party has become evermore visible to the general public and the prospect of free stuff is too much for some to handle.
There are many self-help websites designed to help you remove unwanted guests and how to alert police. However identifying these pests can be half the battle in a room full of over 100 people. Below are the best four ways to spot gatecrashers and keep the good times rolling.
Offer Food During The Night
During the night you may find it hard to meet and speak to everyone at the party with people constantly coming and going. Catching a glimpse of everyone’s face can seem like an impossible task, especially when you’re trying to enjoy yourself. Giving yourself a job however helps you mingle with the whole crowd and gives you a chance to check everyone out.
Wristbands
If you don’t mind making your guests feel like cattle then wristbands are the easiest way to control the crowd. You’ll need tip top staff handing them out to ensure only the right people get one. Employed correctly, this system is fool proof as gatecrashers are easy to spot and deal with. It is also an easy tool to use for parties in public locations and for parties where guests are allowed plus 1s.
A Firm Guest List
Having a guest list is important for any social occasion as it helps for venue size and catering. However, sticking to this list is even more important. Having a firm person on the door with a strict guest list ensures only those you want in get in and the rest stay out. This method is best used with other methods such as keeping only one entry and exit and those mentioned above.
People Who Linger Outside
Private parties are notorious for people who linger and dwell outside looking for a spot to jump the fence or a moment to sneak in. Your best bet to spot a gatecrasher is amongst this crowd. It’s best to be proactive and find these people before they enter the party. Asking these people to leave before they get in and getting security or yourself to keep an eye on them is an easy way to avert and awkward situation.
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