Here at Aqua Azul Yacht, we have years of experience planning nautical events. One of the many nautical events we facilitate and execute is Bar/Bat Mitzvahs. Your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah is an important rite of passage, so it’s essential to make it a day that will always be remembered. What better way to celebrate this significant milestone than on a beautiful luxury yacht that features outstanding service and cuisine.
When you are planning for your child’s transition to adulthood, you will want to take extra care to help ensure it’s a day to be remembered forever. To assist you along with this process, check out this helpful guideline that will help you with the Bar/Bat Mitzvah planning process.
2 Years Before Bat/Bar Mitzvah
• Plan and set your budget
• Secure the date from your synagogue/temple
• Book boat charter
• Book caterer
• Book a videographer and photographer
• Estimate the number of guests
1.5 Years Before Bat/Bar Mitzvah
• Decide on the theme
• Make a decision on the color scheme
• Book your choice of band or DJ
• Book your choice of entertainment venues
6 – 12 Months Before Bat/Bar Mitzvah
• Look into pricing, and decide on an invitation design
• Figure out pricing and decide on balloon design, table centerpieces, and other decorative elements
• Figure out pricing and decide on floral arrangements
• Ensure that your child is working hard to remember their Torah portion
6 – 8 Months Before Bat/Bar Mitzvah
• Start shopping for Bar/Bat Mitzvah outfits for the family
• If you will have out of state guests, book a hotel block or inform them of local hotels
3 – 6 Months Before Bat/Bar Mitzvah
• Order your choice of invitations, imprinted yarmulkes, or other party favors
• Design or order the guest book and sign-in board
3 Months Before Bat/Bar Mitzvah
• Make final selections on accessories and clothing
• Ensure that you have enough stamps for invitations and RSVP cards
• Finalize your guest list
6 – 8 Weeks Before Bat/Bar Mitzvah
• Place order with balloonist/florist
• Decide on a song list for the DJ or band
• Mail out the invitations and RSVPs
1 Month Before Bat/Bar Mitzvah
• Make manicure and hair appointments
• Have a final fitting done for the clothing
• Arrange brunch catering
2 – 3 Weeks Before Bat/Bar Mitzvah
• Pay all fees to synagogue
• Write out all prayers, speeches, and poems for candle lighting ceremony
• Choose people for honors and aliyot
• Choose people for the candle lighting ceremony
• Ensure that the band/DJ knows all of the songs for the candle lighting ceremony
• Give final instructions to videographer and photographer
• Make and submit guest seating arrangements
• Make sure all of the arrangements and accessories are correct and complete
1 Week Before Bat/Bar Mitzvah
• Meet with caterer with the final guest count
• Confirm all of your arrangements
• Take formal family pictures
• Remain calm. Your hard work will be worth it!
If you are looking for a place to host your Bar/Bat Mitzvah in NYC, consider Aqua Azul.
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Here at Aqua Azul Yacht, we have years of experience planning nautical events. One of the many nautical events we facilitate and execute is Bar/Bat Mitzvahs. Your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah is an important rite of passage, so it’s essential to make it a day that will always be remembered. What better way to celebrate this significant milestone than on a beautiful luxury yacht that features outstanding service and cuisine.
When you are planning for your child’s transition to adulthood, you will want to take extra care to help ensure it’s a day to be remembered forever. To assist you along with this process, check out this helpful guideline that will help you with the Bar/Bat Mitzvah planning process.
