When you have an amazing backyard, the best way to celebrate that is by throwing an outdoor party. Even if your backyard needs a little work, a party is a good excuse to spruce it up again. Outdoor parties are great for celebrating graduations, the Fourth of July and summer birthdays. Use these tips to turn your backyard into party central.

Decorate Based on Your Theme

The first important step in planning your party is picking a theme. If you’re throwing a Fourth of July party, you have it easy with a pre-picked theme: patriotic. Other parties require more thought. If you want to throw a luau, rent some decorations from linen rentals Oahu. Other popular themes for outdoor parties are a garden tea party, country hoedown and pirate. You can use centerpieces, door stickers and lawn decorations to get in the spirit of your party.

Do Any Necessary Maintenance Work

It’s important to make sure that your backyard is up to par if you plan on throwing a party there. Hire landscapers to make sure your grass is mowed and healthy. If it’s a pool party, sure your pool is cleaned and that the pool floaties you have are blown up. If you plan on barbecuing at the party, make sure you have charcoal or propane and that your grill is working properly.

Check the Weather

Weather has a big impact on outdoor parties. Check the forecast a week before your party. If there are any signs of rain, you can set a backup plan in motion whether its changing the venue to indoors or picking a new party date. Check the forecast again when it’s three days before the party for more details on when the rain is happening. With these details, you’ll be able to more confidently decide whether you need to switch to plan B.

Once all of these details are sorted out, you can put your party hat on and have fun.