Curating the Perfect Holiday Party for Your Friends
The holiday season is ripe with many party possibilities, and you're in for a treat if it’s your turn to host this year. Party planning shouldn’t be daunting—remember that you don’t have to do everything. Your friends will most likely be willing to help you, and you should let them! There’s nothing more fun than collaborating to celebrate together.
It pays to be extra organized, so start by listing everything you want and need your party to be. To make it exciting, you can create a vision board containing your theme, dress code, house rules, and more.
Ahead, we outlined the most crucial parts of any holiday party. These will help you stay focused on each element, allowing you to curate the perfect celebration.
1 — Theme
Cozy? Glam? Inspired by your favorite movie? Whatever theme you decide on, make sure your guests won’t have a hard time dressing for the party. You’ll want them to feel comfortable yet appropriately dressed, especially for all the pictures you’ll be taking!
Next is the décor. This should be easy once you have a theme or style to follow. Try to be resourceful with your spread. For example, you can use old mason jars as centerpiece lighting by putting string lights in them. Instead of fresh flowers, opt for dried ones for a more rustic feel. Again, depending on your envisioned style, don’t be afraid to let your creativity fly.
2 — Evening Delights
No holiday celebration is complete without overflowing food and drinks. Details are crucial here, especially when picking ingredients. Your dishes don’t need to be five-star fancy, just thoughtfully made.
When working on your menu, consider your guests’ food preferences. Ask your friends if they have a food sensitivity or if you need to have vegan options. For example, going gluten-free would be the better option if you're serving fresh bread (imagine them arriving to the smell of that!).
However, if time is not on your side, you can also order from your favorite restaurant, bakery, or deli for any dish you like for your party. It’s quick, easy, and a sure hit. Either way, your guests will appreciate how much thought you put into each meal.
3 — Entertainment
After everybody has had their fill of all the fantastic dishes you’ve prepared, you’ll want to keep them entertained so the party continues! Try a card game like Actually Curious, which contains different prompts and questions to help break the ice. You can also keep it old-school with charades for something more competitive.
Enjoy the Process
Are you ready to host a fun, festive, and memorable night for your friends? We hope these three tips make you excited to start planning, shopping, and preparing. No matter what happens, whether you run out of wine or accidentally burn a roast, your friends will still love the time and effort you’ve spent to make your gathering happen. Nothing is more precious this holiday season than having that much-needed quality time.
