Plan the Ultimate Holiday Party

Hark! The season of holiday parties has arrived! Follow our preparation tips for a simply genius party filled with joy and peace.

Send Festive Invitations and Reminders

• Send a themed invitation with RSVP options a few weeks in advance so guests can respond with plenty of time to spare. You can ask guests to contribute a potluck dish and collect RSVPs on one simple sign up.
• Throwing a school holiday party? Recruit parent volunteers to contribute to party supplies and snacks, and send automatic custom reminders so no one forgets their gingerbread!
• Think outside the box with a creative holiday party theme that will help guide decorations and food. Christmas character party, anyone?

Plan the Perfect Party

• All good parties start with the proper planning. Refer to this printable checklist to make sure you’ve accounted for everything, from serving dishes to where guests will drop their coats.
• If you’re hosting a holiday potluck, make sure to plan a general menu guideline ahead of time, and create a potluck sign up that allows each guest to choose an item to contribute.
• Prepare for hosting a cookie exchange by requesting guests bring copies of their cookie recipes to swap!

Host a Merry Good Time

• Plan for a few Christmas or Hanukkah party games that can be both meaningful and fun.
• When your party guests arrive, break the ice with some hilarious holiday would you rather questions.
• Start thinking about easy gifts for your co-workers at the company party or thoughtful Hanukkah gifts for all eight days. Consider throwing a gift-wrapping party with friends.

The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear. Getting organized early will help you enjoy more of the holiday magic!