2026 Registration Forecast & Planning Report
Updated with confirmed September 2 actuals (288 attendees, $9,230 revenue) and 3-day conservative planning baseline.
Confirmed (Sep 2)
288
254 Adults • 34 Children
Conservative Target (Sep 5)
322
Primary planning baseline
Guaranteed Revenue
$10,320
$35 / adult • $10 / child
Catering Contract
325
10 Vegetarian portions
Registration Trajectory & Forecast Scenarios (from Sep 2)
Updated Day-by-Day Forecast Schedule (Sep 2 – Sep 5)
3 Days Remaining| Date | Milestone | Daily Influx | Cumulative Headcount | Operational Action & Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 02 (Today) | T-3d Midday | +6 (Midday) | 288 (Confirmed) | Confirmed dashboard baseline |
| Sep 03 | T-2d (Thursday) | +12 | 300 | 🍽️ Lock-In Catering Order (325 portions) |
| Sep 04 | T-1d Close | +12 | 312 | Registration closes at 11:59 PM |
| Sep 05 | Event Day | +10 | 322 Final | Check-in, catering delivery & execution |
Catering & Budget Action Plan
1. Guaranteed Budget Baseline ($10,320):
With $9,230 already collected, conservative final revenue reaches $10,320 (284 adults, 38 kids). Use this figure to budget fixed venue expenses.
2. Catering Contract Guarantee (325 Portions):
Place your firm order for 325 meals (including 10 vegetarian portions). This provides full coverage for the 322 target while avoiding food surplus.
3. Dynamic Buffer Option:
Maintain the option with your caterer to expand up to 340 portions by Thursday, Sep 3 at 5:00 PM if Thursday signups surge past 305.