Make Parties easy.

Shindigs with
Sharon

At Shindigs with Sharon, we turn ordinary events into extraordinary memories—not just for your guests, but for YOU! Because who wants to remember how many bags of trash were taken out? You shouldn’t have to worry about when the chafing dishes need their Sterno changed, or whether there’s enough plates by the buffet station.

Based in Northern Virginia, the mission of Shindigs with Sharon is to make your celebrations stress-free and unforgettable. With over a decade of experience in helping hosts throw better parties, and over 15 years of private catering experience as a pantry chef, Sharon knows how to make your party a shindig to remember.

Where You'll Find Us

We bring professionalism, proactiveness, and positivity to every shindig.

Personal Events

Company Parties

Open Houses

Dinner Parties

What to Expect

Step 1: Book us! Consider the time you need us to come before your guests arrive in order to get things set up for you. We can help with decorations, food warming or preparing, table setting—all the stuff you’d normally have to do if we weren’t there at that time. Depending on the number of guests and the type of party you’re having, you may need a bartender (our are all TIPS-certified), or you may need a couple of helpers- we recommend one helper for every 25-30 guests– but reach out (link to email sharon@sharonsobel.com) if you’re not sure. Our hourly rate is $35 per hour, per helper. A deposit is required to confirm your date.

Step 2: Be ready for our arrival. Make sure you can tell us where back up food can be found (or kept warm/cold) and where backup party and cleaning supplies can be found. Remember, the more information we have in advance, the less we’ll need to go looking for you during the party to help us! You’ll want to have storage bags, aluminum foil, containers, etc. and give us direction on what to do with the leftover food. Before we leave, we’ll be sure dishes are clean, trash is taken out, and that your house is at a state that you can continue the party or say goodnight to the guests and go to sleep!

Step 3: Say “goodbye” with payment. We take cash or electronic payments through Zelle or Venmo, and your deposit will be deducted from the final amount due. Tipping is optional. Our bartenders do not put out “tip jars” during your event, and all helpers are paid the same fair hourly wage.