Graduation
Graduation Open House
A flexible drop-in format that lets friends and family celebrate on their own schedule. Set up food stations, a photo display, and a guest book, then let visitors come and go. Perfect for graduates with multiple friend groups or large families.
4-6 hours
Duration
30-75 guests
Guests
$300-600
Budget
Planning Tips
Set a wide time window (2pm-6pm) for drop-ins
Have food that holds well at room temperature
Create a photo timeline from birth to graduation
Set up a card and gift table near the entrance
Have the grad available to greet guests as they arrive
Consider weather and have indoor backup
What You Need
- Photo displays and timeline
- Self-serve food stations
- Beverages and coolers
- Card/gift table
- Guest book with prompts
- School color decorations
Day-Of Timeline
- 1Open doors, first guests arrive
- 2Continuous food and beverages
- 3Guests browse photos and sign book
- 4Grad mingles and takes photos
- 5Peak attendance mid-party
- 6Wind down and final guests
When you plan with Party Pilot, you get:
Guest party page with RSVP
Built-in wishlist
Guest photo sharing
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Party Pilot handles the guest list, timeline, and follow-up so you can focus on the celebration.
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