In today's fast paced life, one really does not have time to sit and plan a get together or a reunion party. But if you are having a family reunion party, planning way beforehand really helps. It reduces those last moment rushes to the store or calling up someone you have forgotten at the last moment. You need to maintain a checklist of all those aspects that require attention. From the most important aspects to the minutest details, you will find tips for planning family reunion in the following lines.

* Create a guest list and finalize it as soon as possible. Decide whether you are calling second cousins or just sticking to first cousins. Finalize your aunts and uncles and grandparents. This list will be the basis of any other planning you are going to do.
* Next, zero in on a date that is suitable for everyone. It could be a Saturday since you have the weekend. It could also be a public holiday when it is possible for everyone to come down at your reunion. It is best to keep the reunion on a long weekend in case some people have to travel from far away.
* Prepare invitations to invite all. You can buy from the local store or get them online or even make them on your own. Get all the addresses beforehand and make sure that everyone you decided have been invited.
* Once you decide how many people are going to come, plan the menu. Get your local caterer to provide all the dishes and get disposable plates and glasses. Since you really can't do everything on your own, it is best to divide duties within your own family members. Give each person a specific task so that the burden is less on you.
* Develop a budget according to which you can decide on decoration, party favors, souvenirs, etc.