Safe Birthday Parties during COVID-19
By Sonny's Place & filed under Group Outings
As you read about safe birthday parties during covid-19, you’ll learn:
- The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way parents celebrate birthdays for their children.
- There are safe ways to hold kids’ birthday parties while still taking necessary precautions.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, most businesses were required to close the doors to large groups, including birthday parties and other celebratory gatherings. Parents had to get creative with parade parties or virtual events. Now that states have started easing restrictions, event venues find ways to safely accommodate events while still remaining aware of state and local restrictions. Sonny’s Place in Somers, CT, has long been the venue of choice for birthday parties and maintains a high standard of excellence even with restrictions in place.
Narrowing Down the Birthday List
One of the most common restrictions to businesses and event venues is occupancy. At Sonny’s Place, this means a maximum of 20 individuals per birthday party. The party room itself can only hold 20 people at one time. When the guests are not using the party room, the rules that apply to all Sonny’s Place guests also apply to those attending the birthday party. This includes social distancing and following all signage. Since the venue follows all requirements for occupancy, choosing a smaller guest list allows you to celebrate this year at the most exciting and fun place in the area.
Extra Sanitation Procedures
Another way to ensure guest safety while still offering a venue for kids’ birthday parties is to increase the sanitation procedures already in place. Although Sonny’s Place was always diligent about cleanliness, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the processes were reevaluated and updated to increase sanitation. From wiping down all areas frequently to leaving hand sanitizing stations out for guests in convenient locations, the increase in cleaning standards allows guests to feel safe. When you know the staff is taking care of your needs, you can relax and enjoy the party.
Masking Up For Safety
Even as restrictions ease, most areas can expect to keep some sort of mask requirements for a while as things continue to wind down. Although states, counties, or districts may lift requirements, some businesses may choose to keep the rule in place for a while longer. When you attend or schedule a birthday party at an event venue, make sure you find out the rules for masking. Some only require masks indoors or when social distancing is not an option, while others may require masks anywhere on the property.
Focus on the Details
Event venues, like other businesses, take great care to come up with ways to keep customers and guests safe while still providing high-quality service and a fun experience. If you are a repeat customer, you may notice many changes to the venue that have been put in place during COVID-19 for optimum guest safety. When scheduling a birthday party, ask about some of the changes and rules put in place so you can make sure your guests are aware of the rules. Examples may include pre-admittance screening, directional signage, restricted areas, and social distancing requirements.
Scheduling Birthday Parties During COVID-19
Planning a kid’s birthday party is still an option when COVID-19 restrictions are in place. Businesses go to great lengths to meet all requirements while still making sure guests have an amazing time. If you are in the Somers, CT area and are looking for a safe and fun place to throw a birthday party, contact Sonny’s Place for more information about the party options and safety practices.
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