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How a Perth Graduation Party Comes Together

Graduation parties in Perth are often held at home or in a backyard, with family who came to the ceremony and friends who arrive later. That makes the suppliers matter more than the venue. You need food that can feed a crowd, enough seating and something that turns a family lunch into a night out.

If you want a function centre instead, the Swan Valley has a riverside option with garden spaces.

Pieces most graduation celebrations need:

  • A caterer for finger food, a buffet or a set menu, so the graduate's family is not cooking all day.
  • Furniture hire for tables, chairs, lounges and a marquee when the guest list outgrows the backyard.
  • A DJ for the evening, with sound and lighting suited to a mixed crowd of family and friends.
  • A photobooth to capture the gowns and caps before they go back to the hire shop.
  • AV hire for a microphone, speakers or a projector and screen when there are speeches or a photo slideshow.
  • Silent disco headphones, which let the dancing carry on without upsetting the neighbours.

A Swan Valley function centre on this page starts from $100 per person. Most suppliers here cover the metropolitan regions, but if you live in the Perth Hills or around Mandurah, raise your address with them first.

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Fitting the party around the ceremony

  • Ceremonies often run long, so plan the party to start a little after the official finish.
  • A lunch for family and an evening for friends can share the same catering and hire gear.
  • Ask relatives whether they want to change before the party, and allow time for that.
  • Keep a space for the gown and cap photos while everyone is still dressed for the ceremony.

Perth weather for a backyard party

  • Summer heat means shade, water and a marquee or umbrellas for an afternoon party.
  • The afternoon sea breeze can lift tablecloths and decorations, so ask the hire company about weights.
  • Winter is the wet season, roughly May to September, so book a marquee with sides if the party is outdoors.
  • In the Swan Valley or the Perth Hills, plan how guests get home before the night starts.

Questions to ask suppliers

  • Does the caterer bring staff, crockery and a bar, or just the food?
  • What does the DJ need for power and space, and do they also act as an MC for speeches?
  • Does the furniture hire quote include delivery, set-up and pick-up?
  • Are there travel charges for your suburb?

Perth Graduation Parties, Explained

Should a Perth graduation celebration be at home or at a venue?

Most are at home or in a backyard, which keeps it relaxed for family. A function centre suits a larger group or when you want everything handled on site.

What does a function centre cost for a graduation in Perth?

The Swan Valley function centre on this page starts from $100 per person. Ask what the package includes and whether there are minimum numbers.

Can suppliers come to a house in the Perth Hills or Mandurah?

A few do, but most suppliers on this page list the metropolitan regions. Raise your address before you book and ask about travel costs.

How do I keep the music going late without noise complaints?

Silent disco headphones let guests keep dancing at a lower volume. Otherwise, check local noise rules and wind the DJ down at a sensible hour.

What hire gear should I book for a backyard grad party?

Tables, chairs and a marquee are the basics, and lounges, lighting and a dance floor add comfort. An AV firm can add a microphone and a screen for speeches. Book delivery and pick-up times with the hire company.