By the time you finish Bar and Bat Mitzvah planning, you might very well be looking forward to relaxing with a glass of wine during the adult’s cocktail hour.  During the adult’s cocktail hour it is important to find an activity that will be fun and engaging for your child and his or her friends.  Many parents planning Bar/Bat Mitzvahs have found that this is an ideal time to set-up structured games and events for the teens.  After all, you want to enjoy that glass of wine while knowing everyone is occupied with activities and having a great time.

Some ideas for Bar/Bat Mitzvahs cocktail hour include games and activities that correspond to your child’s personal interests. Some great and innovative ideas include body art such as temporary tattoos, bringing in caricature artists, or even holding a small carnival or casino hour.

The array of ideas for cocktail hour activities for your teen is pretty endless- feel free to use your imagination.  Think about your teen’s hobbies, and try to figure out something that is a good match.  For example, if your child enjoys mental types of games perhaps you could set up a session of trivia games with prizes for the winners. If your child enjoys sports, you can bring in a small set-up of a basketball game for the kids to play.  Dancing marathons with prizes are always a great idea for kids who enjoy getting out on the dance floor.

Parents realize that the time that their child spends with his or her friends during the event will often be the most memorable.  After all that hard work and preparation, your teen undoubtedly deserves some fun and relaxation as well! 

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