{"id":119067,"date":"2021-12-17T04:41:06","date_gmt":"2021-12-17T12:41:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/?p=119067"},"modified":"2026-04-22T01:09:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T08:09:51","slug":"hosting-while-renting-guide-to-throwing-best-new-years-party","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentcafe.com\/blog\/daily-living\/hosting-while-renting-guide-to-throwing-best-new-years-party\/","title":{"rendered":"Hosting While Renting \u2013 How to Throw the Best New Year\u2019s Party an Apartment Has Ever Seen"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s that time of the year again, and although it\u2019s hard not to feel like 2021 only seemed to last a week, the New Year\u2019s festivities are inevitably upon us. So, if you\u2019re planning to host a little get together in your apartment on December 31st<\/sup> and you have a few concerns about it, know that you can, in fact, have it all: you can be renting and hosting like a pro \u2014 if you follow a simple plan and a few solid rules.<\/p>\n

From physically making room and decorating your apartment, all the way to ensuring that nothing and no one gets broken, we\u2019ve covered the most important ways to prepare for the best New Year\u2019s party!<\/p>\n

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Give a heads up to the landlord and the neighbors<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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No matter how big or small the party is going to be, it\u2019s best to get the \u201cok\u201d from your landlord and neighbors beforehand. While New Year\u2019s parties are expected, it\u2019s important to be mindful of everyone around you \u2014 and living in an apartment building means that you have to keep the noise under control. So, make sure that your landlord and neighbors know that you\u2019re hosting the festivities and assure them that you\u2019ll be careful and respectful toward everyone\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n

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Come up with a few simple house rules<\/strong><\/h2>\n

End-of-year celebrations are all about fun and good times. But, no one wants to deal with the mess that\u2019s left behind or the things that got broken by much-too-jolly friends. Therefore, without taking the fun out of it, try to lay out some simple house rules and either have them on display or explain them to your guests once they arrive. In particular, rules about noise levels or cleaning up will save you a lot of trouble in the new year.<\/p>\n

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Reorganize and make room for everyone<\/strong><\/h2>\n

To ensure the success of your New Year\u2019s party, you have to create room for your guests \u2014 to eat, dance, rest and socialize. Fortunately, you can maximize the space you have (even if your apartment is on the smaller side) if you move a few pieces of furniture around. Note that it doesn\u2019t have to be anything major \u2014 just move the coffee table to a corner and bring as many seats as you can close to one another. Likewise, if you\u2019re planning to ring in the new year dancing, make sure there\u2019s space for that, and that every area is well-defined and accessible.<\/p>\n

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Opt for an open buffet instead of a diner table<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Depending on how many guests you\u2019re inviting, setting up the dinner table might pose a challenge. So, if you have a larger number of friends coming over and\/or your apartment is on the smaller side, consider an open buffet, as opposed to setting up the table and seating everyone. Then, ask your guests to contribute dishes that can be easily served and eaten. And, if you want to avoid the after-party clean-up, you can also choose paper plates and cups. As long as everyone has a seat somewhere and the food you\u2019re serving is hassle-free (perhaps stick to mini hamburgers and cupcakes instead of stew), you should be good to go.<\/p>\n

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Decorate and make it festive<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Last, but certainly not least, a little bit of d\u00e9cor can go a long way. Without overdoing it, you can add little accents and pops of festive colors (silver and gold are especially fitting for New Year\u2019s Eve). For example, hang a sparkly garland in an empty corner or decorate the buffet table with shiny stars or string lights. Keep in mind that you don\u2019t have to break the bank for this. You can even create DIY decorations if you\u2019re feeling crafty. However, avoid things like candles, which can be easily knocked over, as well as confetti, which will leave you with a lot to clean up.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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