How to Plan a Surprise Party

Here are some steps to follow when arranging a surprise party:

  1. Determine the guest of honour: The first step in arranging a surprise party is to decide who the party is for. This will help you determine the theme, guest list, and location of the party.

  2. Choose a theme: Choose a theme for the party that will be appropriate for the guest of honour. Consider their interests, hobbies, and personality when deciding on a theme.

  3. Set a date: Choose a date for the party that will be convenient for the majority of the guests, and make sure to check with the guest of honour to ensure that they are available on that date.

  4. Create a guest list: Make a list of all the people you would like to invite to the party. Consider the guest of honour's close friends and family, and also consider any other important people in their life who you think should be included.

  5. Plan the details: Once you have the guest list and theme in place, start planning the details of the party. This may include deciding on a location, organizing decorations, hiring entertainment, and ordering food and drinks.

  6. Keep it a secret: Make sure to keep the party a secret from the guest of honour. This may involve being careful about who you invite and where you discuss the party, and also ensuring that the location and details of the party are not shared with the guest of honour.

  7. Surprise the guest of honour: On the day of the party, make sure to keep the guest of honour occupied until it's time to reveal the surprise. This may involve arranging for them to be out of the house or otherwise occupied until the party is ready to start. When it's time to reveal the surprise, make sure to do it in a way that will be meaningful and memorable for the guest of honour.

  8. Here is another great idea: Choose an event from the Empress Building Whats On page, Book a table of 10 or more if you have a large party ....... and ask the staff to trim your table, they will do this for free with balloons and trimmings so its all set up for your arrival.

  9. The Empress Building also have in-house caterers so you can choose dining arrangements from Pizza, Pie & Peas, Goan Cuisine, to full set buffet options.

  10. You can also hire the Ballroom exclusivity if your wish click here




The Empress Ballroom specialises in event organising, whether your party is small or large we can arrange your special occasion.