Should I have a graduation party

Graduation is such an exciting time. But you know what seems exciting and is usually a total letdown? The graduation party. Should you have a graduation party? It's a "rite of passage" that is constantly reinforced on TV and in movies, and it is supposed to be the greatest party you will ever have, because it marks the end of your days as a carefree kid, and the start of responsibility and real life struggles. But, having one is definitely not for everybody.

This is merely a party to celebrate your accomplishments as a dedicated student, and however you choose to celebrate it — with or without your entire graduating class — it's still just a party. And it's certainly not the best party you will ever throw in your life, because partying as an adult, especially once you start making money, is way more fun.

If you are looking to spend one last night with all of your classmates going nuts, then by all means do so. Just go into the night with realistic expectations. And if you don't feel like throwing a grad party like, at all, then just know you won't be missing out on anything all that spectacular. Here are all the reasons graduation parties are usually overrated.

1. You don't care about most of the people attending

Even if you're still in the mindset of quantity over quality in terms of friendships, you still won't be heartbroken if you never see most of these people ever again. Ultimately, these are just people whose names you may or may not know. The length of the guest list doesn't matter as much as which names end up on it.

2. This won't be the last time you see your BFFs

Grad parties are all about goodbyes, right? Well, you still have an entire summer ahead of you before you head off to college, or start your new full-time job, so you'll still see them as often as you'd like. Your favorite people will be your priority, and parties with just them are way more fun.

3. Your family should come first, TBH

You probably have relatives in town just to celebrate your success as a dedicated student. So spending an hour or two with them and then running off to get sloppy with classmates you don't even like makes zero sense. The older you get, the more you'll understand the value of family time. Why not start now?

4. Watching '90s graduation movies is way more fun

I don't remember much about my graduation party other than paying way too much attention to my crush's every move, and sweating through my neon halter top. But I remember everything about every sleepover I had with my besties, watching '90s teen movies (all of which seem to have iconic prom and graduation scenes). This is where the fun is, right here.

5. You're about to become insanely sleep deprived

If I could go back in time, I would do two things: avoid tanning beds, and sleep way more often. Whether you're heading into college life with endless studying, or into the real world with 80-hour work weeks making very little money, you're about to be sooo tired, Boo. Sleep now, and sleep as much as you can. You'll miss your precious Zs with every year you get older.

6. They're expensive

Huge parties are expensive. You know what else is expensive? Living by yourself, in the real world, with an entry-level job (or no job at all). Save the money you would spend on a party for something you'll actually need down the road.

7. Mentally, you've already moved on

Once you get through the actual graduation ceremony, your mind has already shifted to what's next for you — and that goes way beyond your plans for that night. You're thinking about the summer ahead, the big next chapter of your life that's about to begin, and how you're going to tackle any obstacles, head-on. So why stay stuck in the past at a grad party you don't even care about having when you can be focusing on all the amazing stuff that's yet to come? Exactly.

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5 Reasons to Host a Graduation Party

Should I have a graduation party

Graduation events are a major accomplishment for many young adults. Whether it signifies the next step of leaving home for college or is a party to celebrate getting through a grade, academic accomplishments are worth celebrating. Below are four reasons why you should host your next graduation party at an Ottawa event centre.

Reward Academic Acumen With A Party That Fits The Accomplishment

Having your party at an Ottawa event centre helps add to the importance of the academic achievements. It acts as a fantastic reward for a lot of hard work and reinforces how so much hard work can have a positive outcome. Having an event space for the graduation party can allow for a wider selection of people to join as well, making it a more comfortable mix of fellow students and relatives for the person graduating.

No Clean Up Or Food Prep Required

If the event space is catered, then you will not have to worry about food prep or clean up after. You will save yourself a great deal of time. The benefits of which include being able to take in the ceremony and celebrate it along with your child. A graduation party celebrates the successes of your child as well as the sacrifices you made to ensure that they were able to make it this far. So take some time for yourself and allow someone else to handle the details.

Many Event Spaces Are Familiar With Graduation Parties

Graduation parties at banquet halls are becoming increasingly popular. When you contact an event space to plan the party, they may already have experience setting up such events and will be able to work with you to ensure that everything goes as planned.

Easier To Park At An Event Center Than A Home

Parking an extended family in and around your home can be a challenge. Fitting them all into your home may be impossible. If nothing else, an event space provides the area and accessibility that your home may not have.

Less Wear and Tear On Your Home

As a final consideration, know that locating a graduation party at an event centre will mean less wear and tear on your home. It will allow you to experience the party instead of managing guests. If nothing else, it will leave you with the peace of mind that when the festivities are all over, you can return to a clean home.

Choose St. Elias Centre and Banquet Hall for your upcoming graduation party!

Are grad parties necessary?

It acts as a fantastic reward for a lot of hard work and reinforces how so much hard work can have a positive outcome. Having an event space for the graduation party can allow for a wider selection of people to join as well, making it a more comfortable mix of fellow students and relatives for the person graduating.

Does everyone throw a graduation party?

But, having one is definitely not for everybody. This is merely a party to celebrate your accomplishments as a dedicated student, and however you choose to celebrate it — with or without your entire graduating class — it's still just a party.

What can you do instead of a graduation party?

Six inexpensive alternatives to a big graduation party.
Throw them a grad party (lower case) ... .
Take them on a trip. ... .
Tickets to a concert, play, spa day, etc. ... .
Give time and/or money to a cause that's important to them. ... .
Get them a special gift. ... .
Give them the party money and let them decide what to do it..

What is the purpose of a graduation party?

The purpose of a high school graduation ceremony is to celebrate students who have successfully met the academic and extracurricular requirements for graduation. The ceremony provides a public venue in which graduating students receive their diplomas, marking their official graduation from high school.