Planning an employee holiday party

The holidays are the best time when everyone is in a festive mood and offices want to share in that feeling.  And any holiday party should be a quality team bonding experience. As we know a company holiday is not only about the party, it clearly shows what the employees mean to them. Office parties are a time for celebrating and appreciating the success of the past year. It should definitely be an event for everyone to enjoy and requires careful preparation in order to avoid a potential HR nightmare.

These following ideas can help you make it a party to remember:

1.      Pick a Theme

It’s always important to start with the basics, what theme should your party have? Picking a theme for your employee holiday party will make it memorable. You can pick about anything as your theme. You can choose a color theme, where the employees can come to the party dressed in the party theme color. You can also go back to your company’s year of establishment and invite your employees to dress up in fitting attire for your flashback party.  A superhero themed party is also a great way to bring out employees’ creative sides and motivate them to take on that next big project. Therefore, pick up a theme for your holiday party to make it more creative and memorable.

2.      Cost effective holiday party menu

The holiday party menu should reinforce the theme of your event. You should also try to choose items that incorporate your events color or brand. Plated meals are cost-effective when compared to buffets and they can be presented well for the employees than everyone serving themselves for the buffet. Provide your employees a good experience with a delectable meal, limited alcohol consumption and standard holiday decorations.

3.      Festive activities and gift exchange

Plan some activities to help your employees break the ice and work together to build a team spirit. The best possible way to engage the employees is to incorporate fun games to boost the party. It will swipe off that overwhelmed feeling from the employees and get everyone in the mood for a memorable party.

Try to become creative and treat your employees in such a manner that they feel appreciative and rewarded. Try to spend quality time with your employees and create a sense of goodwill and friendship at the party. If you’re planning an employee party, contact the best event management company in Kochi, Fonix Events to experience a memorable event.