You will have to do everything right if you're going to organize the greatest rave party ever. These are the bare essentials for a great rave party:
You will need some good trance music and drum & bass stuff. Tiesto, Infected Mushrooms, Cascada, etc. use your imagination. The most important thing for a rave party is the sound system so invest some money into it. Lasers and fog machines are nice to have but the music / sound sytem could be the difference between a great rave party and a crappy party.
Make sure there is plenty of water, ice and ventilation on hand. You will need it, believe me. I organize rave parties at least once every month. Offer lightshows, vicks, backrubs and water to everyone. Keep in mind that some prefer orange juice over alcohol. That's because ecstasy pills, legal highs, cocaine, etc. don't interfere with orange juice.
If you're not on a tough budget you should buy black lights and neon colored stuff. They have a very nice effect and your friends will appreciate it. Invite only your close friends and no strangers. Last time a guy I barely even know (I can't remember who invited him) almost set my living room on fire with his stupid lightshow. So be careful!
