Open House Groundbreaking or Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Planner

Agenda Ideas for Open House
Groundbreaking Ceremony
Ribbon Cutting

Agenda Plans for Open House, Ground Breaking, Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, or

New Business

Present selves to designated area for the ceremony
Greetings & Special Thanks
Special Introductions
Prayer			Optional
Special Toast or Presentation
Presentation of recognition certificates, plaques, etc.
Musical selection			Vocal or instrumental
Special Prayer or Verse			Optional
Announcement of Name, Goal, and Vision
Cut Ribbon, Shovel Dirt, Break Glass, etc.
Benediction/Conclusion

Photo Session
Reception

NOTE: A variation of this agenda can be used for “note-burning ceremonies” and other events

Display Ideas
Club or Business Events
Architect plans
Scrapbook
Brochures
Audio-Visual Display
Photos

Activity Ideas

(choose as appropriate for event)

Fun Things	Serious Ceremonial	Business Related	Miscellaneous for All
- Roast & Toast	- Candle Lighting	- Treasure Hunt	- Presentation of Guest Favors
- Paper Puzzles or Games	- Scripture or Verse cards for guests to recite in unison	- Door Prize Drawings	- Special Toasts
- Treasure Hunt	- Special Music	- Silent Auction	- Reading of congratulations & messages of those unable to attend
- Bubbles (outdoors)	- Certificate Signing ceremony	- Live Auction	- Pass out inspirational cards to guests
- Be creative with name tags—indicate relation to guest of honor	- Eucharist	- Choose a theme for the event and role-play relevant characters	- Balloon Release (or a pair of doves)
	- Trumpet Solo	- Receiving Line	- Handshake Greetings amongst attendees