Planning a Celebration of Life

How to Plan a
Celebration of Life Event

A Celebration of Life is just that—a celebration! And, like the life being celebrated, it should be unique to each person.
But, no matter how long it’s been since your loved one has passed, organizing an event of any size can feel like, well, a lot!

Our LifeWeb 360 team has gathered together some of the best tips, most helpful advice, and loads of inspiring snapshots from our community to help make the planning process as easy as possible! Together with our community, we’ll help inspire and support you as you plan a Celebration of Life as special and unique as your loved one.

guide overview

Big or small, formal or casual, next week or next year—if you’re planning an in-person Celebration of Life, we’ve got something for you!

In the guide, you’ll find:

  • Step-by-step instructions for planning an in-person celebration, including pro tips, resources, and best practices

  • Advice on how to make the event feel like an extension of your loved one’s personality

  • Tips on hosting and enjoying the celebration

  • Ideas throughout on how to make the celebration feel authentic and extra special

  • And more!

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Celebration of Life Guide (PDF, 868 KB)

Additional Ideas, Tips, & Community Stories

 
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Types of Celebration of Life Events
Types of Celebration of Life Events

You’ve decided to host a celebration of life event—now what? The first step to planning a celebration of life is to decide what type of event is right for you, your loved one, and their community.

Celebration of life events come in all shapes and sizes. There is no “one way” to host one. We’ve gathered together some popular event ideas to inspire you and to help you decide what event would be perfect for celebrating your person.

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Ideas for Hosting a Celebration of Life
Ideas for Hosting a Celebration of Life

7 tips for planning an authentic memorial event.

There is no “right” way to celebrate the special people who have impacted your life—memorial events come in all shapes and sizes!

When planning a celebration of life, funeral, or any other memorial event, remember to focus on what feels right for your loved one, you, and your community. Ask yourself, “What would my person want?”. Make that your guiding light and you’ll be sure to plan an authentic celebration that feels like your loved one.

Here are a few more tips to help you plan a memorial event as unique and memorable as your loved one.

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We Need Your Help

Our LifeWeb 360 community is dedicated to supporting one another.

Help us build a more empathetic world by sending your thoughts, advice, and Celebration of Life photos to Hello@LifeWeb360.com. Tell us what worked well for your community, what you might have done differently, and what authentic details made the celebration a true extension of your loved one’s personality!

We’ve made this guide free in order to get the information into the hands of everyone who could use a little support. Please share this page with anyone in your life who might find it helpful!