Don't let Mum book the church hall! 

You want a highly attractive, more modern setting in which to entertain those attending your event. Have you checked out your local Sunshine Coast function centre recently? You may be pleasantly surprised by how fresh and modern it is. If you're looking to throw a 21st, 30th or 40th party, or even an engagement or Christmas party, find out what your nearest function centre can do for your special occasion.

You will likely find that a function centre can offer a choice of modern equipped rooms and staff who are experienced in catering for large events. What's more, to make your occasion even more memorable, a Sunshine Coast function centre may also be close by the ocean too! A perfect location for any event!

There are a few things you need to consider when trying to decide on what type of party you would like to celebrate your special occasion:

How many guests will be invited?

This will have a bearing on whether your "do" is a sit down, stand up or more casual affair. The rooms you’ll find at your local function centre are made to accommodate parties of varying sizes and offering traditional seating, tables and chairs. However, they also offer options that allow for more free movement, comfort and socializing amongst your guests, such as standing and a few chairs lining the room for lounging.

Do you want a cocktail function or sit down function?

Again this will probably depend on the size of your budget and the number of guests you have. Still, you may have had a particular style you wanted your party to showcase. Cocktail parties are great for socializing and keeping a party casual and fun. Weddings are usually a large crowd, but still quite intimate, so they tend to be sit down style. However, many couples are now choosing not to have sit down reception meals. Discussing your vision for your party with the function centre's event management staff may help you in making your decision.

What is your estimated budget? This should include beverages, food and maybe even a DJ.

Determining a budget beforehand will be extremely helpful in your party planning. After estimating the number of guests and deciding the type of party you will have, you’ll need to make beverage and food choices, as well as entertainment. You can relax knowing that you and Mum won't have to do the cooking. Most function centres offer superb menu choices and friendly staff to serve them to your guests. The options are for breakfast, lunch or dinner, so plan your party anytime of the day! They also offer both alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages. All the best parties have cool tunes to keep the guests entertained. The best way to provide this is with the use of a professional Disc Jockey. So, if you can afford to hire one it is definitely recommended that you do. Many function centres are able to make recommendations to help you find a DJ, if you don’t have one in mind. Still, most function centres have CD stackers or places for you to plug in an iPod - so you can still have some cool tunes, all pre-selected by you!

Don’t forget to ask about audio visual and lightening technology to make your event look spectacular as well. Everyone will want to get into your party, but you’ll never have to worry about that because many function centres also offer the best in security services!

A Sunshine Coast function centre can help you with any aspect of your party. Whatever kind of party it may be, let your local function centre take the guesswork and legwork out of organising a memorable special occasion.