Types of Christmas Celebrations
Christmas parties come in many forms: the office holiday party, the family gathering, Friendsmas with your chosen family, neighbourhood drinks, and children's Christmas parties. Each has different planning requirements but all share the goal of bringing people together during the festive season.
Office Christmas Party Ideas
- Lunchtime celebration: Catered lunch with Secret Santa during work hours
- After-work drinks: Low-key gathering at a venue near the office
- Formal dinner: An elegant evening at a restaurant or venue
- Activity-based: Bowling, escape rooms, or cooking classes
Family Christmas Gathering Tips
Family gatherings work best when responsibilities are shared. Assign dishes to different family members, rotate hosting duties each year, and plan activities that include all age groups. A Secret Santa with a spending limit prevents gift-giving from becoming stressful.
Christmas Food Planning
Whether you are cooking a traditional roast or going non-traditional, plan your menu around what can be prepared in advance. Sides, desserts, and appetisers can often be made the day before. This frees you up to enjoy the celebration rather than spending the entire time in the kitchen.
Friendsmas Ideas
Friendsmas celebrations are growing in popularity as people celebrate with their chosen family before or after the official holidays. Popular formats include potluck dinners, themed costume parties, cookie exchanges, and holiday movie marathons with festive snacks.