Need an excuse to throw a party during the coldest part of winter? Well, our favorite holiday is just around the corner! Of course, we’re talking about National Margarita Day.

If you’ve never thrown a margarita party before, there are some essential ingredients to make the most of the holiday, and we’re here to help with that!

Let’s talk about how to plan for the best Margarita Day in town, how to throw a killer party, and plan ahead for your margarita-based events!

What is National Margarita Day?

Briefly, let’s talk about some history of this fascinating holiday.

If you don’t already know, Margarita Day takes place this year on February 22, 2022. A man by the name of Todd McCalla founded National Margarita Day to spread the love of the popular beverage around the country and, someday, the world.

Margaritas are one of the most widely consumed and popular cocktails in the US, which means it’s only natural that it gets its own holiday.

While margaritas have been a popular beverage since its creation in 1938, the holiday has only been observed since 2009. However, in that short period, it has quickly become one of the most popular food or beverage-related holiday in the US.

How to Properly Celebrate National Margarita Day

Okay, now that we know more about Margarita Day, it’s time to take it seriously. We only get a couple of chances each year to truly impress our guests, and this is one of the best holidays to do just that.

Well, without further ado, here are some tips to help you throw a Margarita Day event that nobody will forget.

Party

Of course, throwing a party of any size is the best way to celebrate Margarita Day. Margaritas are widely associated with having fun, and there are so many ways you can make a party memorable on such an exciting holiday.

Now, a Mexican theme is an obvious choice, but you can do whatever you want. For smaller gatherings (under 20 people), you can do a game night or tournament of some kind.

For larger groups, some Mexican music, a high-speed blender, and enough space will do the trick. The possibilities are endless, so take your guests into account, get creative and plan for something special.

Remember, parties can get expensive, so it’s best to plan ahead. The average American spends over $1,400 a year on event planning, so ensure you know your priorities. More on that later.

Family Celebrations

Another event to choose is a family celebration, assuming everyone is of legal age! Hire a babysitter for the night, invite the in-laws, and show off your celebration skills.

If you have a bar at your house, it’s time to take it out and load it with the essential ingredients. Limes, various, margarita mixers, tequila, and don’t forget plenty of ice!

However, it’s not a celebration without food, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with authentic Mexican food.

Catering

Honestly, there’s no better way to celebrate a holiday based on the most popular Mexican drink than with authentic Mexican food. 

Whether you’re throwing a party, family gathering, or any other type of event, we recommend hiring authentic Mexican catering services. That way, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the party. We know hosting events is stressful, but it doesn’t have to be.

How to Make Margaritas You Won’t Forget

The most essential ingredient for Margarita Day is, you guessed it, killer margaritas.

If you’ve never made them before, then let’s talk about the essential ingredients for margaritas that are sure to impress.

Everybody has different tastes when it comes to their cocktails, and there are so many different types of margaritas. Some like them sweet, some like them salty, and some even like them with some spice!

For that reason, it’s important to have options available for your guests. First, margarita glasses are critical.

If you don’t have margarita glasses, don’t worry. You can always get disposable glasses for the night, which is perfect if you have a lot of guests or don’t plan to use the glasses again.

Next, you need both coarse sugar and salt. Lay them evenly on plates, cut up your limes, and rub them across the rim of the glass to get them wet. Let your guests choose which type they want, wet the rim with the lime, flip it over, and rub it into the salt or sugar for an authentic margarita!

Finally, it’s important to offer different types of tequila and mixers. Margaritas come in many different flavors, so don’t limit yourself to one or two. Your guests will all have different tastes.

Also, we suggest choosing a high-quality blender, as an old one may have trouble crushing your ice too well, or it may even break during the party!

However, if you want to spend more time partying and less time making drinks for your guests, then we suggest choosing a service that meets your catering needs, including margaritas. That way, you won’t need to buy glasses, too many mixers, or do any work!

Enjoy Your Margarita Day Events

Now that you know how to celebrate Margarita Day the right way, start today by addressing your catering needs! The sooner you do, the more likely you are to get quality service, as other hosts are trying to get ahead now.

Stay up to date with our latest partying tips and feel free to contact us for help with your events!

There is nothing quite like a wonderful Friendsgiving. Something about sitting around with loved ones, discussing gratitude, brings the whole group closer together. The following Friendsgiving party ideas can elevate your Friendsgiving and make it one to remember!

1. Dress for the Occasion

Set the tone for a cozy evening by encouraging guests to wear festive, fall attire that is appropriate for a dinner party. Fall is the perfect time to break out scarves, tights, and plaid. After all, the clothes people are wearing should complement all of the themes and decorations you choose to include. Whatever you choose for the dress code, though, make sure to include in the invitation. None of the guests should feel out of place or uncomfortable due to their attire.

2. Set the Mood Lighting

Thanksgiving calls for warm lighting to help create a comfortable ambiance that all guests can enjoy. Fall wouldn’t be fall without scented candles and soft lamps that bathe the room in a festive glow.

3. Include a Festive Centerpiece

As opposed to a traditional dinner party, where flowers may be in order, a Thanksgiving-themed centerpiece can serve as a wonderful decoration that sets the mood of the whole room. Centerpieces may include pumpkins, squash, foliage, and other beautifully-colored fall fruits and vegetables that will catch the eye of your guests. They will surely be impressed by the attention to detail and commitment to the fall theme.

4. Build a Good, Old-Fashioned Fire

While scented candles and diffusers can create a wonderful aroma, nothing can replace the scent and cozy feeling created by a fire. Fall is supposed to be spent reading books and drinking coffee by the fireplace, so don’t neglect this while planning your Friendsgiving. Making a fire in the fireplace is a simple way to make Friendsgiving feel warmer and more festive.

5. Provide an Assortment of Beverages

Fall is the perfect time to enjoy all types of festive beverages that have fall flavors like pumpkin and cinnamon. Friendsgiving, being less formal than traditional Thanksgiving, can also be a great opportunity to let loose and showcase your bartending skills in front of your friends. Just make sure to research festive fall drinks to whip up the perfect concoction and impress your loved ones! If homemade drinks are too much work, a simple selection of wine and soda is just as good.

6. Select the Playlist Carefully

While Friendsgiving is best spent talking and laughing, a little bit of background noise goes a long way. Choose soft, comforting music to make guests feel comfortable and at-home immediately upon arrival. A playlist reminiscent of the music played at a quiet coffee shop is ideal, or a soft, festive instrumental piece is just as good.

7. Design a Fun Invitation

While invitations can seem like an insignificant detail, in reality, they set the tone for the event before it even begins. There are plenty of festive templates available for online invitations that are perfect for Friendsgiving. You can also send out physical invitations in the mail, for a more personal, heartfelt feeling.

8. Put Effort into the Seating

A well-thought-out seating chart goes along way. It allows friends to enjoy each other’s presence, and it allows acquaintances to become close friends. Put some thought into who sits next to each other. Take into account who is close and who would hit it off immediately!

9. Let Your Friends Help You Out

Allowing friends to bring something small, even just a side-dish, bottle of wine, or a dessert, lets them feel useful and less like an imposition. Accept any gifts graciously at the door, and all of your friends will thank you for it. Friendsgiving is about sharing, and all of your friends will get to share the gift brought by their loved ones.

10. Get Fun with the Decorations

There’s a reason so many children make Thanksgiving-themed decorations in school: they’re fun and festive! Even if you’re not an artist, you can make easy decorations like turkey hands and decorate festive gold banners.

11. Pick a Color Scheme and Stick to It

With so many decorations and so much food, Friendsgiving can get overwhelming quickly. Sticking to a classic, fall-themed color scheme can help the atmosphere seem more put-together and simpler. Typical fall colors include orange, red, yellow, dark green, and brown. Even silver and gold can make wonderful accents to make the event feel a little more glamorous.

12. Turn on a Football Game

Even for people who aren’t football fans, there is something undeniably specific to Thanksgiving about a football game. If there’s a football game on, then it’s great to have some football on in the background. Otherwise, you can play reruns from a Thanksgiving football game in the past.

13. Use Friend Photos as Decorations

Printing out and hanging up photos of your friend group having a good time can add a nice personal touch to the decorations. Your guests will undoubtedly pour over pictures, laughing and trying to spot themselves in the photos you’ve put up.

14. Give Out Leftovers as Party Favors

Party favors aren’t all they’re cracked up to be. Leftovers, especially Thanksgiving leftovers, on the other hand will undoubtedly be put to use. Make sure your friends can enjoy a turkey sandwich on a delicious baked roll for days after the actual event. Show your love and gratitude for your friends by making sure they’re well-fed even after they leave.

15. Enjoy Your Loved Ones’ Company

With all of these plans being made, it can be easy to forget the true meaning of Friendsgiving: to appreciate the people in your life. While planning is important, it’s not as important as making sure that you, the host, are enjoying Friendsgiving just as much as your guests. Be a good host, but don’t forget to laugh and share stories and memories with your friends.

Choose KPacho to Handle Your Friendsgiving Celebration

Delegating the catering to a third party allows you to focus on creating a detailed plan to make sure the event goes off without a hitch.

Whenever you’re ready to plan your Friendsgiving event, let us help you with your catering needs. Contact us to learn more about our taco fajita bar as one of our excellent and delicious takeout options!