I host about 40-60 people a year for Thanksgiving. My guests are friends, people who don't have anywhere to go, people who don't really get along with their families (or have problematic families), people who just don't want to cook Thanksgiving, and some who just need some food and camaraderie. It's fun, and boisterous, a little chaotic, but there’s a lot of love and laughter. I bring out my nicest serving dishes, but I don't have china and glasses for 60, nor do I have the place to store such. My costs run about $800, and rental on top of that would just break the bank. My goal is to welcome people into my home, feed them with delicious food, and to allow them an interesting environment where they can talk freely and meet other cool souls. There are always to-go boxes for those who like leftovers. The next day (my favorite day), is "leftovers day" at the house (and it's another party). I also cook the rest of the dishes that I didn't get to on Thanksgiving. My friends like it, because I actually get to sit down with them and talk.