Selecting a date and location for a family reunion, particularly one with many attendees, can be a challenge when trying to make sure that it is convenient for everyone. The best approach is to narrow down the proposed city and date(s) that work for most family members. Then, ensure the desired venue (s) are available.
Select A Location
To select a city for the reunion, consider a city based on the following:
- Significant meaning to the family history
- Proximity to the hosting family member(s)
- Proximity to the residence of a large number of family members
- Low to moderate cost for hotel or lodging accommodations
- Tourist activities and event options for adults and children
Select A Date
The following details/suggestions are good to consider before selecting a date for your family reunion.
- Plan around a specific date. Set a predetermined date when your family reunion will always be held, for example, the second weekend of June.
- The most common time for family reunions is in the late spring and summer (June-August). Holiday weekends in the late spring and summer (Memorial Day and the Fourth of July) are also common times for a family reunion. These time periods are also peak seasons for travel overall. Therefore, costs for flights and hotels may be higher and require early planning for cost efficiency.
- To add additional entertainment options, plan reunions in alignment with popular events such as concerts, festivals, county/state fairs
