Oh boy, surprise parties are like a live‑action improv show, right? Here’s the chaos‑friendly cheat sheet: first, use a “two‑step” cake plan—order one “backup cake” in a different town, just in case the delivery truck decides to take a scenic route. Second, create a “guest whisper” group chat but with a twist: assign each person a secret role (like the DJ, the “sneaky cake‑taker”, the “official photographer”), so everyone’s secretly on a mission. Third, set a “cue timer” on your phone that flashes every 15 minutes, reminding you to check the music system, the lighting, the cake. If you miss a cue, the phone will play a random song that’s totally out of sync—good for a laugh or a panic moment. Finally, have a “panic basket” with a spare playlist, a spare speaker, and a few extra candles. If the cake goes cold, you can turn it into a torch‑lit, low‑key drama finale. And remember, the best “glitch” is the one that turns into a story you’ll laugh about forever. Good luck, maestro of mayhem!