Christmas Parties and End of Year celebrations are a great way to offer a huge thank you to your clients and staff.  These events are a great way to celebrate the achievements of the company and show gratitude for support and hard work over the year.

There are several things that you should focus on to make your guests happy and ensure the event is enjoyable for everyone. Here are a few tips.

Planning

Start early and pick your date!  Fridays & Saturdays will be among the most popular, so consider hosting your event earlier in the week.  You could also save money – some venues impose a minimum spend limit which can vary.

Lots of companies will be hosting events so by deciding on a date and time for your event early, you’re more likely to have more venue options to choose from.

Determine the budget

Everything will depend on the budget.  Set your budget and use it as a starting point to brainstorm ideas for venues, food, drinks, entertainment etc.  You can still manage to keep it memorable and creative by choosing the right providers.

Venue/Location

The type of venue you choose will depend on your theme, budget, number of guests, location and corporate culture. Convenience is key. If you want to ensure that everyone makes it to the celebration, you’ll need to choose a venue that’s convenient.

Food and drinks are very important, so once you have picked your venue work with them to create a package that will satisfy your guests.

Attend to details

What kind of entertainment will you have? Are you going to hand out gifts?  The details will make your guests feel like the event has been thought out and planned so they can have a good time. Make them feel special and your event feedback will be off the charts.  Don’t forget to ask for specific dietary requirements?

Invite guests

By planning early you can avoid the need to send a ‘save the date’ and go straight to sending out your invites (digital is the way to go).  You’ll certainly have your guests looking forward to the event!

Have fun & enjoy!