Neighborhood events provide a way for homeowners to connect with one another, learn about the community, engage with board members, and enjoy more of the place they call home. Because the strength of a community lies in its members, it’s important to foster community involvement. Events provide an easy and cost-effective method to do just that.  

In this ebook, Dana Jevarjian, Associa’s vice president of lifestyle services, offers 32 unique event ideas every type of community can use to build camaraderie in their neighborhood. Download it today to discover her expert ideas. 

What’s a Community Lifestyle Program?

A community lifestyle program is an initiative that offers a range of activities, events, and functions to meet the diverse interests of association residents and foster engagement. Designed to boost the connection and sense of belonging between residents and the managed community, a well-executed and healthy lifestyle program drives excitement, instills a comprehensive social component, and creates unique member experiences.

Related: HOA Holiday Event Planning Handbook

Why Start a Community Lifestyle Program?

More and more, communities of all shapes and sizes are integrating amenities and services that add value, encourage resident participation, and set the community up for success. A community lifestyle program positively transforms an HOA by establishing an avenue for residents to get involved and board members to demonstrate good stewardship to the community.

What Are the Benefits of a Community Lifestyle Program?

By catering to the interests of residents and bringing neighbors together, the fabric of the community itself is strengthened. A lifestyle program contributes to a strong community built on a foundation of trust and open communication between the association’s board and its residents. Lifestyle program benefits can also include:

• Greater homebuyer interest
• A better quality of life for residents
• Enhanced home values
• More meaningful neighborly connections
• Well-organized events and activities

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Top HOA Event Ideas for Kids  

• Outdoor movie nights with simple seating and snacks

• Ice cream socials that keep things easy and informal

• Seasonal events with themed games

• Craft stations

• Bounce houses or inflatable play days

• Bike parades or scooter decorating contests

• Back-to-school drives

• Mini field days with relay races and simple competitions

• Scavenger hunts around common areas

• Story time or character meet-and-greet events

• National Night Out, in collaboration with local law enforcement