<human>:  What is the best way to plan a surprise party?
<bot>: Start by deciding on the date for the party, then decide on the type of party (formal, informal, gift exchange, etc). 2 Next, decide who to invite and create a guest list, informing each guest of the date, time and type of party. 3 Organize the food and drinks. If desired, coach your guests to keep the party a secret. 4 Decide on decorations in keeping with the type of party. 5 Finally, ensure that there’s sufficient entertainment for your guests, such as music, games or activities.