Graduation Party Checklist: Everything You Need to Plan the Perfect Celebration

Graduation season is one of our favorite times of the year here at The Embassy Banquet Centre. There is nothing quite like watching a family come together to celebrate someone they love, and we have made it our mission to make that celebration as easy and memorable as possible for you.

If you are starting to think about your grad’s party, here is everything you need to know to pull it off without the stress.

Step 1: Start With the Venue

We know how quickly graduation dates fill up, which is why we always encourage families to reach out to us as early as possible. Once you have your venue confirmed, everything else falls into place. Give us a call at 330-755-1484 and we will walk you through availability and get you on the calendar.

Step 2: Take Advantage of Our Graduation Package

We built our 2026 Graduation Party Special with parents in mind. For just $26.95 per person, which is already inclusive of the 21% service charge and 7.5% sales tax, we take care of the big stuff so you can focus on celebrating.

Here is what is included in every graduation package:

  • A full customizable buffet dinner
  • Coffee and tea station
  • Soft drink station
  • Your choice of white, ivory, or black linens with a colored napkin
  • Lighting of your display table
  • A 3-hour event window

A few things to plan for: security is required for all graduation events at $45 per deputy per hour, with two deputies required for guest lists over 250. We want every event to run smoothly, and our security requirement helps us make sure of that.

Step 3: Choose Your Menu

One of the things our guests love most is how much say they have in the menu. We want the food to feel like yours, not just a standard banquet spread. Here is how it works:

Choose one boneless chicken entree:

  • Chicken Marsala with Fresh Spinach, Mushrooms, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
  • Rosemary Bourbon Glazed Chicken with Caramelized Onions
  • Champagne Thyme Chicken
  • Lemon Chicken with Spinach and Roasted Red Peppers
  • Roasted Red Pepper and Garlic Chicken in Sherry Wine
  • Italian Crumb Crusted Chicken

Choose one pasta entree:

  • Penne with Meatballs
  • Penne with Vodka Sauce

Choose one potato:

  • Oven Roasted Redskins
  • Garlic Mashed Potatoes
  • Au Gratin Potatoes
  • Scalloped Potatoes
  • Rice Pilaf

Choose one vegetable:

  • Green Beans Almondine
  • Whole Kernel Buttered Corn

Every package also includes: Sausage with Peppers and Onions, Tossed Salad, and Breadsticks and Butter. Not sure what to pick? Our team is happy to help you put together a menu your guests will rave about.

Step 4: Make It Personal

We take care of the food, the linens, the beverages, and the space. The rest is all you, and that is the fun part. We love seeing families set up display tables filled with photos, bring in a graduation cake, and fill the room with the people who mean the most to their grad.

Our team will be there every step of the way to make sure the day runs smoothly. All you have to do is show up and enjoy it.

Let’s Start Planning

We would love to be part of your grad’s big celebration. Reach out to us today and let’s make it happen. Your graduate has worked hard to get here. Let us help you give them the celebration they deserve.