Woman Hosts Afternoon Birthday Party, Friends Gets Upset Because It’s A Dry Party
Is alcohol necessary for parties? This perennial question arises during party preparations. However, it’s not essential for a good time. Hosts can entertain guests in various ways, fostering meaningful conversations and genuine laughter without alcohol’s numbing effects. Moreover, parties without alcohol can avoid potential conflicts stemming from intoxication. Without it, hosts needn’t manage rude or inappropriate behaviour from intoxicated guests. Ultimately, the decision to include alcohol rests with the host, but guests can always bring their drinks if desired.
In today’s story, u/Purple_Guidance366 posted on the “Am I The A**hole?” subreddit seeking judgment for not informing her friends that her birthday party wouldn’t include alcohol. Held in the afternoon from 12 PM to 5 PM, the absence of alcoholic beverages seemed reasonable. However, upon arrival, her guests expressed disappointment and even anger, surprising the OP.
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1. OP asks WIBTA if she doesn’t inform her friends that her party will be alcohol-free.
2. Recently turning 25, OP reflects on her usual tendency to forego birthday celebrations but felt compelled to mark the occasion this time around.
3. Inviting 15 friends over for a Saturday afternoon gathering, OP, who abstains from alcohol due to medication constraints, scheduled the event from 12 to 5 pm.
4. OP prepared a variety of snacks including cake, candy, nachos, and chips, along with a selection of sodas for her friends to enjoy. Additionally, she arranged group games to keep everyone entertained throughout the party.
5. Invitations were extended to friends for an informal gathering, with the OP emphasizing a laid-back atmosphere to relax.
6. Upon arrival, guests appeared disappointed by the absence of alcohol, with some expressing discontent and one friend even texting OP afterwards, deeming the lack of prior notification rude.
7. Is the absence of alcohol at her party a valid reason for her friends to be upset, with one even expressing anger?
8. OP didn’t anticipate her friends’ expectations, assuming they wouldn’t want alcohol in the afternoon. If she knew they desired it, she would’ve informed them in advance.
9. They frequently gather in the afternoon without alcohol, so OP didn’t think it would be a concern for her birthday party.
10. Acknowledging the oversight, OP will make it a point to inform guests if alcohol won’t be served at future gatherings.
Now that you have read the story, it’s time for you to see what Redditors had to say about this. Read till the end to see what are other people’s opinions on this.
11. Guests knew you don’t drink, so not having alcohol is understandable.
12. Why didn’t someone simply go and buy alcohol? It would have been a quick solution.
13. Your party, your rules! Their tantrum suggests they only care about free drinks, not your celebration.
14. Did any of your friends bring drinks, desserts, or snacks to share?
15. Your friends’ behaviour was rude….not all gatherings require alcohol.
16. It’s disappointing that some folks can’t enjoy themselves without substances.
17. It’s surprising that some people can’t handle not drinking for a short time at a party!!
18. Including BYOB on the invite would have clarified expectations.
19. OP should brace herself for backlash from some alcohol-centric folks on this sub who can’t fathom a party without it.
20. It seems weird to go to someone’s place empty-handed…especially for a party.
Put yourself in the OP’s shoes: You’ve baked a cake, and prepared food and drinks to celebrate with friends, only for them to complain about the lack of booze upon arrival. Can they truly be considered friends? While the OP did nothing wrong, given the entitlement of her friends, it might be wise to clarify the absence of alcohol in future gatherings—or perhaps reconsider hosting altogether! Do share your thoughts in the comments section below.
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