1. Plan Ahead

Plan ahead so that it’s easy to follow this advice. Great parties don’t just happen – they are the result of careful and detailed planning.

2. Alcohol-Free Options

Always provide low alcohol and alcohol-free beverages, such as mocktails, pop, water, hot chocolate, tea, and coffee.

3. Food & Drink

Serve Snacks with drinks and always have food available throughout the party to avoid drinking on an empty stomach.

4. Getting Home Safely

Find out how guests will be going home from your party. Promote the use of designated drivers, taxis, ride-hailing services and public transit where available.

5. Be Prepared

If you serve alcohol, it’s your responsibility to ensure that your guests get home safely, so plan ahead to call a cab or let guests stay in the spare bedroom. You may be held responsible if your guest is injured or harms another by driving home from your house impaired.