When planning a holiday party, you can feel overwhelmed by the significant amount of preparation. From venue selection and food to considering your employee's interests in mind, it’s easy to get caught up in the details. But with a few tips in mind, the planning will not only be smooth, but you’ll also create an amazing event for your co-workers. 

Suggestions When Planning a Corporate Holiday Party

1. Change Up the Venue

For a successful holiday party, it’s not enough to have it an overly familiar place like the break room or a cafeteria in the building. Choose a memorable location that employees have not been to before, and that will stir their imagination. 

2. Add an Unknown Element

To build a little buzz around the event, it’s fun to give out a few awards. They could be humorous or serious, but billing that part of the night ahead of time will have employees filled with more anticipation.

3. Consider Dietary Restrictions

Having tasty grub at a holiday party is a must, but the food is only a good draw if your employees can eat it. Before making any decisions on the buffet, send around a quick poll to learn of any major dietary restrictions, so you can be sure there are options for everyone. 

4. Position It as a Thank You

Take the pressure off of a work party by focusing less on it being mandatory and more as a reward. Trust on your planning to entice people to come, and discuss the event as a big thank you for all the hard work employees have put in this year. That focus on gratitude will help your staff connect to the idea of the event. 

5. Encourage Planning Participation

The more ways that employees can be involved in shaping the event, the more it will feel like they’re own, and encourage them to show up and participate. One idea is to have everyone submit a favorite song and use the selections to compile a playlist for the evening. 

If you’re looking for the perfect spot to host this year’s holiday party, check out The Virtues Golf Club in Nashport, OH, before it gets all booked up for the season. The 60,000 square foot clubhouse is a spacious and fully-stocked event venue that features that added benefit of being located on one of the nation’s most scenic golf courses. To inquire more about the availability of the location, dial (740) 763-1100 or send a message to sales@thevirtuesgolfclub.com