Should I go to a party, even if I don't know anybody except the host, but everyone else knows each other?

Question

It can go either way for me:

I'll either feel awkward, clam up, and be super clingy to the host.

Or

I'll feel good and I'll make lots of good friends.

Should I go?

Also, I'm going to be late.

Answer 1

I would go, and just be yourself open up to the other partygoers. You have a lot in common with the other people there, so you should find out what it is.

Answer 2

People don't usually mind if you're a little late to a party, as long as it isn't something like a dinner party or a surprise party where time is a big factor. I suggest that you go and have fun. Make sure to ask people open-ended questions about themselves, i.e., "How do you know ___?". try to ask questions that can't be answered "yes" or "no" and also try to walk away while the person is still interested. Say something like "I'll be back. I'm going to go see if Sally needs help in the kitchen." Then go help your friend and then return to your new friend for a few minutes after circulating around the room.

Answer 3

I think you should go :)

Hey even though you only know the host, this will be a great way for you to meet new people and possibly make some new friends at the same time.
In fact, if you want to be "slick" about it, then just ask your host friend to introduce you to some of those people, that way when you go up to talk to them there is none of that weird akward feeling type stuff you know?

.So yeah just say "Hey can you introduce me to some of your friends, so I can mingle and that way I don't bug you all night?!"

I think your buddy will be cool if you ask him/her to introduce you to some other guests there. Not a big deal at all.

.In fact your buddy might be grateful you asked, that way he/she doesn't have to feel like you are clinging to them all night.

~If you're late, make an appearance.....sort of.

If you're 21 then bring some beer or something and contribute to the party.

If you're under 21 then bring some food, everyone has the munchies when you're drinking (if there will be alcohol, and even if you're not of the legal drinking age).

Or just be creative if you bring anything.
.Twister can be a fun game, drunk or sober.?. Just an idea.

*Anyways GO to the party...........have fun!

Answer 4

I think you should at least stop by for a little while and just check the party out. Once you are there you will probably start talking to people and making new friends. Then, if you feel awkward and want to leave you can just leave and you won't be sad or disappointed that you did not go. And your friend will probably be happy you came!

Answer 5

Man, even better that you're going to be late. Make the biggest, most brilliant, wholly individual and unselfconscious entrance you can. Let the folks know you've "finally made it" like they were waiting for you. Who cares if they weren't, really. I mean, in a party of complete familars, you're the only "unknown". Make yourself a fun mystery.

Greet everyone; or if you're feeling shy, ask the host to introduce you to everyone. Walk right up to conversations and listen in; comment if you feel like or just stand there and nod wisely, quirking a secret grin every now and then if someone's said something thought-provoking. If you find yourself standing next to someone you don't know, turn to them, smile, offer your hand and introduce yourself and ask them their name and how they know the host, yada, yada, yada. Don't feel intimidated because it's a friggin' party! Parties are meant to be fun and you're supposed to meet NEW people. I can't think of a more boring party than everyone knowing everybody else. Unless it's your buddy's weekly get-together or potluck or what-have-you.

I mean, think about it. Your host invited YOU for a reason. Let them see why.

ps. make sure your host know you're going to be late, however. that way he/she won't think you just chickened out.

pss. DON'T chicken out...

Answer 6

you should let them know that you will be arriving late if you can make it at all but don't go by yourself take a good friend that level headed someone you respect and listen to just in case the party get to far out other words there are things going on or about to happen that you don't want to be a party too oh yes see if its okay to bring a friend or date

Answer 7

well being late might be a good thing. yeah you might feel like the center of attention when you first walk in. as soon as you get there, find the host and maybe he/she will introduce you to some of his/her friends. maybe grab a drink and find someone else who's alone or with one or two other people and join their group and say hello. (possibly women, if you're a man)

Answer 8

Does the host know you'll be late? Let him/her know, then ask them to help introduce you around when you arrive. Don't be clingy with the host, but let him/her guide you to talk to their friends that they feel you may get along with. Try to strike up a conversation with various people. Who knows, you may leave with new contacts, new friends, and new networks.

Good luck and have fun!

Answer 9

A late entrance will be nice...and i say go and try and meet new people....if you start to clam up, just leave dont be clingy the hostest...or else people will wonder whats up with you

Answer 10

Yes, most definitely. That, my friend is how you meet people. Don't worry too much about being and introvert either. There will probably be plenty of extroverts there to help you out. Anyway, have fun!