A summer party often seems uncomplicated, but it still needs good planning: goal-setting, guest circle, venue, programme and a reliable bad-weather plan determine whether the day comes together with ease.
Is the focus on appreciation for the team, exchange with clients, or both? That determines the guest circle, programme and tone of the event.
Outdoor venues need a plan B for weather, good accessibility, and sufficient infrastructure for power, restrooms and setup. The date should leave enough lead time for permits and bookings.
Indoor fallback, covered areas, paved paths, power, shade, and access: the key things to check for a weatherproof venue.
Download venue checklist →A summer party thrives on lightness: a relaxed programme with music, small activities and good food often has more impact than a tightly scheduled running order.
Weather risks cannot be ruled out, but they can be well prepared for. A well-thought-out plan B, for example with a tent or indoor solution, belongs in the planning from the beginning, not just shortly before the date.
A summer party comes together with a clear goal, a suitable venue, and a bad-weather plan factored in from the start.
At DSV's Family & Friends Day in Vienna, the concept had to hold up for a large, mixed group of employees and families, regardless of weather and how the day unfolded.
View DSV case study →Without a plan B, bad weather can jeopardize the whole party.
Popular outdoor venues and suppliers are often booked up early in the summer season.
We will develop a concept that fits your team, including a reliable bad-weather plan.
