How to organise your Barn Dance or Ceilidh
To help make your event go ‘with a swing’ read on…
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If it is a
‘ticketed’ event, sell tickets prior to the dance to publicise it. Use your organisation to promote sales of
tickets.
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Put out
posters in good time (at least a fortnight before the dance).
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Organise
refreshments – food and drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) – you will need a
licence if you intend to sell alcoholic drinks, other alternatives are bring
your own (don’t forget to mention on the ticket!) or soft drinks/teas.
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Have a
break halfway through with refreshments (pasties or sandwiches are ideal) or
‘bring a plate’/’pot lock’ if you are fund-raising.
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Other
ideas for extra fund-raising – organise a raffle during the break (if you sell
tickets during the event, you will not need a licence).
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Although
not essential, some decorations in the hall can help to create a good
atmosphere – e.g. lights, ribbons, balloons or greenery, or even fancy dress!
Newlyn Reelers
circa 1988