Organise a neighbourhood party
From forming a committee to a packed programme — everything you need to know about organising a neighbourhood party. Including the free tool that handles registrations, contributions, LiveWall and check-in for you.
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What does organising a neighbourhood party involve?
A neighbourhood party is one of the most effective ways to strengthen the social fabric of a street or district. People who barely know their neighbours suddenly find themselves sharing a BBQ, watching their children play together and uploading old street photos on a shared LiveWall. The effect lasts long after the party is over.
But the organisation can feel daunting. Where do you start? Who pays for what? How do you reach neighbours who don't use WhatsApp? How do you keep track of who's coming? The classic approach — a spreadsheet, group chat and cash in an envelope — works for twenty people. For a hundred, it quickly becomes unmanageable.
Mijn Reünie was built for exactly this. Create a neighbourhood party website in 5 minutes. Share the link via WhatsApp and post a flyer with QR code through letterboxes. Neighbours register from their sofa, pay their contribution via iDEAL and receive a QR ticket. On the day, check-in is done from a phone — and the LiveWall runs on a big screen with neighbourhood memories uploaded in real time.
This guide walks through every step — from forming a committee to the follow-up the day after.
Where to hold your neighbourhood party
Each location has its own permit requirements and possibilities. Mijn Reünie works for all of them.
Organise a neighbourhood party in 7 steps
Follow these steps and you won't miss a thing — from the first WhatsApp message to the last photo in the album.
Form a committee
Find 2–3 enthusiastic neighbours to share the workload. Divide responsibilities: logistics, finance, programme and communication. A small team prevents one person from carrying everything.
Choose a date and location
Pick a date 6 to 10 weeks in advance. Check for school holidays and other local events. Agree on the location: park, closed street, community centre or shared courtyard — and find out whether you need a permit from your municipality.
Create your neighbourhood party website
With Mijn Reünie your page is live in 5 minutes. Add date, location, programme and a photo of the neighbourhood. Share the link via WhatsApp and post a flyer with QR code through letterboxes.
Collect contributions online
Set up a contribution ticket — for example €5 per person or €15 per household. Neighbours pay via iDEAL during registration. You see in real time how much has come in and who is attending.
Arrange programme and catering
Think about a BBQ, food stalls, bouncy castle, music or activities for children. Make sure there are options for everyone: vegetarian, alcohol-free, kids' activities.
Check in on the day
Open the dashboard on your phone. Scan QR tickets as guests arrive. No printed lists, no confusion at the entrance — even with 200 neighbours.
Run the LiveWall with neighbourhood photos
Display the LiveWall on a big screen or outdoor projector. Neighbours upload childhood photos of the street, pictures of the kids, live moments from the party. The wall fills quickly and creates a warm, communal atmosphere.
Everything for your neighbourhood party
Mijn Reünie replaces spreadsheets, cash collection and WhatsApp chaos — in one free link.
Online contribution collection
Collect contributions from neighbours via iDEAL before the event. No cash at the door, no open bank-transfer requests. Real-time overview of what has come in.
Simple registration form
Neighbours register from their phone, tablet or desktop. Add custom questions: household size, dietary requirements, volunteer interest. All answers in one overview.
LiveWall for the whole neighbourhood
Project neighbourhood photos and live messages on a big screen. Old street memories, children's faces, candid party moments — all uploaded via QR code from any phone.
QR check-in at the entrance
Open the dashboard on your phone. Scan tickets, see who has arrived, track headcount in real time. No printed lists, no chaos.
Neighbourhood photo albums
Create albums for neighbourhood history and the party day. Residents upload photos from their phone. Everything stays accessible online for months after.
News updates for all attendees
Send a message if the programme changes or the location shifts due to weather. All registered neighbours receive an automatic notification.
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to organise a neighbourhood party?
The basics are: a date, a location, a small committee of 2–3 neighbours, a budget and a way to communicate. Mijn Reünie handles the digital side: a central event page, online contribution collection, registrations and a LiveWall. For the location you may need a permit — check with your municipality. Most Dutch councils have a simplified process for neighbourhood events.
Do I need a permit for a neighbourhood party?
That depends on your municipality and the type of location. Closing a street usually requires a street closure permit (straatafzetvergunning). For events in a park you often need an event permit. For a private courtyard or housing association grounds you usually only need permission from the residents' association or housing corporation. Start the permit process at least 4–6 weeks before the event.
Can I get a subsidy for a neighbourhood party?
Many Dutch municipalities offer a neighbourhood budget (buurtbudget or wijkbudget) for exactly this kind of event. Contact your neighbourhood officer (wijkmanager or buurtregisseur) or check your council website. Mijn Reünie helps you show exactly how many neighbours have signed up — which strengthens a grant application.
How do I collect contributions from neighbours?
Create a contribution ticket in Mijn Reünie with the desired amount — for example €5 per person or €10 per household. Neighbours pay via iDEAL when they register. The money goes straight to the committee's bank account. No more chasing cash at the door or sending bank-transfer requests via WhatsApp.
How far in advance should I start planning?
For a neighbourhood party of 50–200 people, 6 to 10 weeks is realistic. You need time for the permit, arranging catering, buying or hiring equipment and reaching neighbours who don't use WhatsApp. Create your Mijn Reünie page as soon as possible — the link doubles as an invitation.
What are fun activities for a neighbourhood party?
Popular options: BBQ with a shared tray, a bouncy castle for children, live music or a DJ, a pub quiz about the neighbourhood, games on the street (panna cage, kicker), a photo corner with neighbourhood props and of course the LiveWall where everyone uploads old neighbourhood photos live.
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