Planning Some Party

CHRISTMAS PARTY

Christmas parties are a great way to celebrate with friends and family, but they can seem like a lot of work when you’re the host. You can stay on top of everything by planning ahead, keeping organized, and getting into the holiday spirit yourself. At the end of the night, even the biggest Grinch will be leaving your party with a Santa hat and a smile.

1. Choose a venue if you don’t want to host at your house. If you’re planning a party for your work or simply inviting more people than you can fit in your home, you may want to consider using a venue. Contact local restaurants and event spaces and ask about their availability and pricing. You should also ask whether you’ll be able to decorate the space beforehand and bring your own food, if applicable.

2. Host at your home or office to save money. An outside venue definitely isn’t necessary for a great Christmas party. In fact, most holiday parties are held at home or, for work parties, at the office, which is good news if you’re looking to save money. You’ll avoid rental costs and have the convenience and freedom to decorate however and whenever you want.

3. Decide on a theme to give the party a more unique feel. Christmas parties come with their own theme, of course, you can also step it up a notch by creating a more specific feel with decorations or activities. Consider themes like White Christmas, with white, silver, and gold decorations and lots of snowflakes. You could even encourage guests to wear all white. 

4. Send out invitations about 2 weeks in advance. It’s fine to invite friends via word of mouth or text, but paper or even online invitations make it feel like more of an event. Whatever you choose, make sure to get your invites out at least 2 weeks beforehand to give friends time to plan.

5. Throw your party at least 5 days before Christmas. The holidays are a busy time for everyone, and if you plan your party too close to Christmas, there’s a good chance your guests will be travelling or have other commitments. Setting it several days beforehand also ensures that you won’t be pulling guests away from their own holiday gift-buying and preparations.

Putting Up Festive Decorations

1. Hang wreaths and long garlands to complement your tree.

2. Light candles to create a holiday mood

3. Hang up lots of holiday string lights

4. Buy or make a Christmas Tree and the decoration 

Making a Christmas Party Feast

1. Ask guests to bring dishes for a potluck-style party

2. Have plenty of snacks like nuts and popcorn

3. Serve a main course for a more formal party.

4. Make a tasty holiday dessert, like Christmas cookies or red velvet cake.

5. Offer holiday drinks and cocktails.

Planning Fun Christmas Activities

1. Play plenty of Christmas songs and carols

2. Play holiday movies for a cheap, continuous form of entertainment.

3. Host a gift exchange at a small party

4. Ask guests to come in Christmas costumes for a contest.

5. Decorate Christmas cookies or gingerbread houses to make tasty treats.

6. Decorate ornaments for a crafty activity