What is a “drive – by celebration”?

Drive by celebrations are the best way to host an event while social distancing. During quarantine, “Social distancing” is being practiced everywhere, therefore a lot of events are being canceled or postponed. However, we have noticed the people are strong and have found new ways to celebrate. Showing their loved ones how much they are truly cherished by driving by. YES, just driving by.

Folks have been putting together “parades” of family members and friends all in their cars. Together, in a line of cars they will drive by their loved ones house, giving them a moment of celebratory cheers and laughter for whatever special day it is. Baby showers, birthdays and anniversaries alike, can still be celebrated for your loved ones.

Hosting a Pand-epic Event!

Each car can play a theme song for the event or person they are specifically driving by for. What’s a party and parade without music?
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Making banners to hang from your car as you drive by can add a touch of color and fun to a parade. Lawn decor or signs for your friends and family driving by, is the best way to make sure they have the right house!
Social distancing dashed this boy's birthday party. Neighbors put on a big drive-by celebration - CNN
In front lawn you can set up a grab and go cookie/cupcake table. Favor tables for baby showers, or your favorite snack to share with guests as they drive by is a great way to show appreciation.  Just be sure they are aware it’s there of course! If you know guests will be dropping off cards/gifts set up a basket or table in the beginning of the driveway. Keeping a parade moving full of honking cars may be best!
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Getting Organized:

Simple websites and apps for mobile phones can get your groups of people organized and on the same page easily. A great resource for something like this is the following website Sign Up Genius. There are multiple options to choose from for gathering groups of all occasions. A facebook event, or group thread is always helpful as well! If a drive by celebration isn’t something that would work for you, virtual events are always the best!