SUBREDDIT: r/AskReddit
TITLE: I want to throw a great party, Reddit. What are some special things that I can do to make this happen?
POST: Alright, so my 19th birthday is next Friday. I live in a college town, renting a house alone for the summer, and I want to throw a great party. I have invited friends from both school (which means they are coming from all over the state) and from home. However, since it's summer, I know that a lot of people won't show. Gas is expensive and for some, it's a far drive, so I understand. I'm thinking music, card playing, beer pong, etc... But what else can I do to make sure that everyone mingles, it isn't lame, and that things stay under control while everyone still has a good time?
TL;DR: 
How do I throw a kick ass party with a bunch of people who don't really know each other and my house is still standing in the morning?