If you are an educator or otherwise involved in programming for adolescents and young people, you may already be selling Event Tickets to a Valentine’s themed event for February 14, or some other time in the upcoming future. In that case, you know you’re walking a fine line: you want to create a fun experience that will engage their minds and their senses, but you need your chaperons on their toes and the supervision level high.

Unlike a similar event directed toward adults, you don’t want the atmosphere to get too dark. Instead of candlelight, consider more exciting ways to create a magical atmosphere:

• Balloon drop
• Smoke machine
• Confetti cannon
• Soap bubbles
• Foam
• Strobe lights

Your teens are young adults, but your goal here should be to provide a more innocent and childlike environment, one in which they can have fun without feeling pressured to engage in more adult behaviors.

Hiring a high energy band or DJ is another important step. Popular musical acts will draw crowds, and can be advertised in advance on Posters and Flyers, which will help you sell more Event Tickets. If funds allow, a professional photographer is a nice touch, especially if they will bring the proper backdrop for Valentine’s photos.

To keep your teens involved, be sure to plan games and activities so they stay occupied and in sight. Frequently distributing prizes and small items helps keep them in the room with you. The goal is romantic, but not too romantic! There will be plenty of time for that when they’re a little older.