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Sea, sun, sand and good company make for an excellent way to spend any summer day! Whether you love to play games in the sand, chat with friends, or swim among the waves, a beach party is a great way to relax with family, friends, colleagues, or classmates.
What activities, events, and specialty items do you need to pull off an epic beach party bonanza for your organization? Let’s examine each of these components to help you plan a successful beach party event with a little help from Seacoast Events.
Logistics: Venue, Date, Time & Weather
Having toes in the sand and warm breezes in your hair at the beach makes for a fantastic venue for parties. However, be sure to plan the logistics first so you do not question your decisions later.
First and foremost, check with the municipality where the beach is to secure a permit to use a section of the beach. Confirm what rules need to be followed, such as “carry in, carry out” rules for trash or how to get a one-day liquor license.
Summer is often a great time to host a beach party, but be aware that rain can happen at any time. So plan your event with a rain date in mind or have a contingency plan that includes a nearby covered gazebo, tents, or an indoor space just in case Mother Nature is uncooperative.
When planning a beach party, it is also a good idea to make sure that there are plans for any individuals who may have mobility issues, as sand is not the easiest to walk on. Many beaches have rolling chairs meant to move easily in the sand that can be rented or used on a daily basis.
Beach Theme Party Ideas & Decor
Beaches are often an ideal place to plan a gathering for people of all ages as they offer lots of room to walk, talk, mingle and play. As you begin the planning process, one of the first things you may want to do is consider a beach theme to plan activities, decor and menu items.
Some options for beach-themed parties include Under the Sea, Beach Luau, Tropical Paradise, Nautical Adventures, Pirate Adventures, Picnic Paradise, Beach “Ball,” or Mermaid/Merman Island Paradise.
Pair your beach theme with decor that capitalizes on that theme, such as fragrant leis for each guest to wear around their necks as they enter the party, tropical drinks to fit the theme right down to the tiny umbrella garnish, multicolored beach balls, and larger items like surfboards, tiki lights, colorful beach awnings, and pirate decor!
Beach Activities
Sure, the sand, sun and waves may keep your guests happy, but you should also have a plan for entertainment that will keep your event moving and guests entertained. Seacoast Events offers several game rentals that are perfect for a beach celebration.
A sandy beach is the ideal place to set up our Putt Putt & Go mini golf course. Choose from 9 or 18 holes, with obstacles and themes for each hole, for your guests’ entertainment. Each of our portable putt-putt golf holes is sculpted with authentic detail and decorated with fun-themed obstacles to maximize the guests’ experience. A little healthy competition on the course will keep your guests laughing and mingling. Should your party last until after dark, you may want to choose our Glow Golf, which adds glowing aspects to the holes!
Glow Games such as LED Shuffleboard, LED Cornhole, LED Frisbee or LED Giant Connect Four are perfect for a beach venue and are easy enough for any age to enjoy playing. Our team can deliver, set up in the location you choose and return when the party is over to remove the item. Again, these glow games are perfect for both daytime and when the sun goes down to add a little glow to your event.
Are you planning a beach party bonanza? Talk to our team to start planning your event today. Complete the short inquiry form, email or call 978.462.6877.
