Contributing Author: Olivia Forgette

Your new home is finally starting to feel like yours, and that means it’s time to throw a memorable housewarming party. Cristen your new space with celebration for a joyful future in your home. As exciting as a housewarming party sounds, hosting can feel stressful. Don’t worry, we are here to give you our expert tips for hosting a housewarming party free of stress.

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You’ve moved, now what?

Now that you’ve officially signed the papers and conquered the closing table, you might be thinking when is the right time to host a housewarming party? There are a lot of factors that play into this, such as your personal schedule, if you want to make some minor home renovations first, and when you feel ready to throw a party in your new home.

Experts suggest you can host a housewarming party shortly after moving in, months later, or even a year or more after moving in.

The point is that friends and family are there to warm your space and bring a touch of familiarity to make the house feel more like home.

You shouldn’t feel like every little thing needs to be perfectly in place, or every single box needs to be fully unpacked. Hosting a housewarming party really only requires a functioning bathroom and space for guests to gather and celebrate you and this new milestone.

 

Preparation

Once you’ve decided when to host your housewarming party, it’s time get your party planned! Follow these easy steps to prepare for your get-together.

  • Prep your home by unpacking a bit, and decorating the areas that the party will be
  • Choose a date and invitation (electronic invites are a great option as well as more traditional mailed invitations)
  • Create a gift registry if you desire (it’s customary to bring a gift to a housewarming party, many guests appreciate a registry of items you want or need)
  • Map out your house tour as guests will surely want to take a spin around the new home

Who to invite?

If you’ve moved to a new city or state, creating your housewarming party guest list can feel a little tricky. Of course any friends or family in the area will be on the list, but who else should you include?

  • It’s nice to add new neighbors to the list
  • New friends you have met at the local coffee shop or your new gym
  • People you know from work

Setting a vibe

Once you’ve nailed down a date and invite list, our next tip for hosting a housewarming party you won’t forget is setting a vibe with a fun theme.

You can make it a brunch affair, a relaxed pizzeria theme, an intimate and cozy cocktail hour or a potluck party. The options are truly endless, but whatever you choose, stick to your theme for a housewarming party you won’t forget.

Aside from a theme, some other great ways to create a vibe for your housewarming party include:

  • Plan a delicious menu that fits with your theme (more on this soon!)
  • Make a party playlist that fits your desired aesthetic for the event
  • Create a signature drink for the party
  • Incorporate fun games or activities (this is especially great if your guests don’t all know one another)
  • Add some fresh floral arrangements to add a pop of color and a pleasant scent

A menu to remember

A big part of hosting a housewarming party is the menu. Whether you’re throwing a brunch or an evening affair, the food is an important part of any housewarming celebration.

 

Here are some of our top tips for creating an easy and delicious menu for your housewarming party:

  • Have some menu items that you can make ahead of time, so you aren’t scrambling when guests arrive
  • Consider portable or easy-to-eat dishes such as veggies and dip in a cup, fruit kebabs or finger sandwiches (this allows guests to mingle in a more casual way while still snacking)
  • Don’t forget dessert! A great play on home-sweet-home
  • If you aren’t aiming for a full sit-down dinner party, consider some of these options for easy finger foods guests can enjoy

We hope that these tips for hosting a housewarming party help your event go off without a hitch. It’s the thoughtful details of a party that make it a memorable time. Whether you host your party right away, or allow yourself to get settled in first, a housewarming party is a great step in making your new house feel more like home.