A dance party with hip-hop electronic music and light is often called a rave party. At these types of parties, DJs and other artists spin rave songs with the laser light show, projected images and artificial smog.
To organize a rave party, you have to have a suitable space for it. A rave can be indoors or outdoors, but make sure you have a large enough area to accommodate all the ravers. Keep in mind that this is going to be a loud party and no one likes the police coming to tell them to turn down the music. Make sure the place is dark, as it adds to the effect of the lights. Stay away from the boisterous, woody types too; They are not desirable either. Also, keep seating to a minimum, preferably in a separate room, to discourage people from being inactive.
The raves were punctuated with neon, fluorescent, and graffiti-style artwork. You can easily create this same feel by covering the walls with large rolls of contractor Kraft paper that are available at Home Depot and other hardware/home repair stores for very little cost, that have been painted or spray painted in funky graffiti.
Apparently the most important component of this party is the sound system and dance music. Your teenagers will have all their favorite music on their iPods. Instead of hiring a DJ to curate the songs, rent a good pair of speakers and a sound card when the projector light show begins.
Your food and beverage space should be separate from the dance area, to provide a quiet respite for weary guests. Provide 5-10 gallon hot tubs (such as those used on the sidelines of NFL games) of ice water and ice lemonade. Keep stacks of paper cups next to insulated containers, and place several large trash or recycling cans nearby to catch paper waste. Trays of store-bought cookies, candy, and chips or pretzels should be the only food items needed to complete your offering.
To dress for the rave party, be comfortable in whatever you decide to wear. Rave parties go on all night, so you don’t want shoes that cut into your ankles and straps that fall off your shoulders. Ask your friends what they are wearing. This is a good way to judge how you will dress for the night. Wear shoes you can dance in. If you can’t dance in heels, leave them at home. Even comfortable shoes can be difficult to move in. Think about the place when you dress for the night. An outdoor party will mean dirt and mud, so it’s probably a good idea to leave your designer clothes at home. Try to use something that works for breakfast the next morning in case you decide to have something to eat with friends. You want to be just as comfortable in your clothes after the rave party as you are while you’re at it.
