Expect at least 3 to 6 months of preparation time for a good anniversary party. For smaller events of up to 100 people, 3 months will do. For larger events with venue booking, external speakers, bespoke entertainment and extensive communication, you need 6 months or more.
Always start with the venue, which sells out earliest. Then come concept, programme, communication and logistics. Working with an events agency? Then it takes the coordination off your hands and you can plan the timeline more efficiently.
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