Bonus idea: host an epic after-party
You just mastered your first groundbreaking ceremony. Congratulations! Your business is off to an amazing start and all the nerves you had concerning the ceremony are gone. Now it’s time to celebrate! Do so by booking a stunning Peerspace venue near your groundbreaking location and invite your colleagues, assistants, and everyone else who helped with the groundbreaking ceremony to kick back and relax.
On Peerspace, you can book a rustic yet beautiful outdoor courtyard bar in Atlanta (pictured above), a historic loft overlooking Pioneer Square in Seattle, the best rooftop in New York City, or a luxury penthouse in downtown Los Angeles. No matter your location or style, you’ll find a gorgeous Peerspace location that will make celebrating your accomplishments so incredible.
Plus, when you book a Peerspace venue, you can work with the Concierge service. This is your dedicated team that can source any extras you need for your after-party, like gourmet catering, karaoke machines, special lighting, bar staff, you name it. They arrange the requested services and ensure it’s delivered to your venue at the requested time. You’ve done enough planning for a while leading up to the groundbreaking ceremony. It’s time to relax and let the Concierge take over for the night!
Wondering how to tackle the planning of a groundbreaking ceremony?
Keep these tips in mind as you start to plan your groundbreaking ceremony.
Choose a date
Even though “groundbreaking” is mainly symbolic, you should ensure that the building project is actually going to happen shortly. You’ll absolutely be outside, so try to be realistic about extreme temperatures. Florida in mid-July or Michigan in early January is not conducive to outdoor events, no matter how brief!
Make sure it’s legal
Check your local code enforcement and ensure the site is safe and has permission for a tent on the date you want it. Consider access to — or permission to — bring in restrooms and electricity. Revise your plan if one of your groundbreaking ceremony ideas is not up to code.
Create your guest list
People from the surrounding neighborhood and the target audience for the project should include business owners and those who hold local office. If it’s appropriate and feasible to have a local or national celebrity, do it! Sure, it’s pandering to the press, but what better way to gain recognition for your project?
Design your concept and theme
And do this from the standpoint of both logistics and aesthetics. Consider color and flow while keeping in mind the purpose of the project. If you’re celebrating a new library, an office building, a retirement community, try to select design components of the final result to personalize the event. As you choose your vendors, remember that accessibility and sound are critical to your success! If your guests can’t get near the site or hear what’s going on, it won’t matter that the napkins match the logo or that the mascot was there to shake hands.
Create your program and day’s timeline
Hire a dynamic MC, engage a couple of speakers passionate about the project, and have live music or a great DJ to create a mood. Most importantly, don’t let it drag out! You want them to leave feeling excited and entertained, not tired after listening to self-congratulatory speeches all day.
Send a press release
Once you’ve narrowed down your groundbreaking ceremony ideas, start publicizing the event. Plus, spread the word on social media. If it’s not on Instagram, it didn’t happen!
Plan for everything
And this includes any kind of weather. Even if it doesn’t rain, a tent creates a sense of place and allows no confusion about where people are supposed to go. Review parking and guest access; if necessary, rent a party shuttle to transport guests from one site to another. When it’s finally the big day to turn your groundbreaking ceremony ideas into reality, keep your eyes open and a big, satisfied smile on your face.
Groundbreaking ceremonies are better with Peerspace
We hope this guide will help you as you plan your groundbreaking ceremony ideas. Don’t forget, if you’re looking for a venue to hold an incredible groundbreaking ceremony after-party, rely on Peerspace. From elegant lofts to rustic bars, we have venues that suit your style, location, and budget. You can also consult the Concierge service should you need equipment rentals or catering delivered to your venue. You’ve got ground to break, let us handle the rest!
