2026 Registration Forecast & Planning Report
Updated with confirmed September 3 actuals (298 attendees, $9,555 revenue). Registration closes on September 5th; Event is on September 13th.
Confirmed (Sep 3)
298
263 Adults • 35 Children
Target at 9/5 Close
318
Primary planning baseline
Guaranteed Revenue
$10,205
$35 / adult • $10 / child
Catering for 9/13
320
10 Vegetarian portions
Registration Trajectory to 9/5 Close
Final Countdown & Event Execution Schedule
2 Days Remaining to Close| Date | Milestone | Daily Influx | Cumulative Headcount | Operational Action & Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 03 (Today) | T-2d Midday | +10 (Midday) | 298 (Confirmed) | Confirmed dashboard baseline |
| Sep 04 | T-1d (Friday) | +10 | 308 | Final 24-hour closing reminder broadcast |
| Sep 05 | T-0d Closing | +10 | 318 Final | Registration officially closes at 11:59 PM |
| Sep 06 – 08 | Post-Close Buffer | — | 318 Locked | Reconcile dietary restrictions & finalize attendee list |
| Sep 09 | Catering Order Lock | — | 320 Portions | Lock final exact order with caterer (4 days before event) |
| Sep 13 | EVENT DAY | — | 318 Attendees | Event check-in, catering delivery & execution |
Strategic Operational Advantages for Organizers
1. Zero Speculative Catering Risk:
Because registration closes on September 5th and the event takes place on September 13th, you have an 8-day buffer. On Sunday, September 6th, you will have the 100% complete and finalized headcount list to submit to the caterer.
2. Budget Revenue Baseline ($10,205):
With $9,555 already collected as of Sep 3, final revenue is locked to reach at least $10,205 (281 adults @ $35 + 37 kids @ $10).
3. Recommended Catering Contract (320 Portions):
Order 320 meals (including 10 vegetarian). This covers the projected 318 attendees with a 2-meal cushion and ensures zero food shortages.