The planning phase is a critical part of the health fair. Without a good plan, each step becomes more difficult and fragmented. Although a good plan does not insure success, it may help avert disaster. Click here to learn more about planning your health fair effectivly.

A consistent theme throughout a health fair can tie the event together. Having a theme also affords continuity for decorations, learning opportunities, and the overall success of your heath fair. Click here to find out how you can develop your own health fair theme.

Don't flip out when you see how many details and loose ends you'll have to deal with once you initiate plans for your health fair. In the logistical phase, you'll pull it all together. Click here to learn more about organizing all your health fair logistics.

Finally—it's here! Your months of planning will pay off with a fun, educational, and memorable event. Try to get plenty of rest the night before. You should be able to sleep like a baby, knowing that everything is organized and ready to go. Click here to find out what you should know about the "Big Day."

Breathe a sigh of relief—it's over! You did it! Everything went as planned (we hope). The participants came, attended each booth, and left with much more awareness and knowledge about their health status. But your work isn't done yet. Click here to learn how to wrap up your health fair and prepare for next year.

5 Elements of a Successful Health Fair is the culmination of the combined professional expertise of three highly talented and creative health promotion professionals. WELCOA is grateful to Fern Carness, RN; Gina Brandenburg, MS; and Sylva Dvorak, MS for their willingness to share their knowledge with the Wellness Councils of America. Click here to learn more about the Authors of 5 Elements of a Successful Health Fair.