Venue

• Shortlist potential venues for the party

• Consider the convenience and accessibility of the venue for guests

• Contact venues and check their availability

• Book the selected venue

• Confirm venue arrangements closer to the date

Guest List

• Make a preliminary list of guests

• Consider the venue's capacity when finalizing the guest list

• Send out invites to all guests with a request to RSVP

• Follow-up on RSVPs to finalize guest list

Decorations

• Choose a theme for the party

• Design and create decorations in line with the selected theme

• Decide on the table centerpieces

• Book the selected venue

Food and Drinks

• Create a food menu considering dietary restrictions if any

• Arrange to taste and finalize the caterer

• Decide on a drinks menu and alcohol quantities

• Order a creative retirement cake

Entertainment

• Consider hiring a DJ or live band

• Create a playlist that suits the tastes of the retiree

• Plan for retirement-themed games or shows

• Arrange for necessary equipment for the entertainment

Speeches

• Plan and write your speech

• Invite other guests to say a few words

• Organize a running order for speeches

Gifts

• Choose a thoughtful and meaningful gift for the retiree

• Consider setting up a gift registry if suitable

• Arrange for the presentation of the gift during the party