With the heat of the summer blazing and with your company’s summer party only just cleared up, you might think it is too early to think about the holidays. However, your company’s holiday party can take a lot of planning, and you might not have time for this during the busy fall and winter periods. To help you out, here is what you should think about and start planning now when it comes to your company’s holiday party.
The Venue
The party will not be able to get started without the appropriate venue. However, many of the most desired corporate venues get snapped up by the late summer. If you do not want to be staging your Christmas party in the office, it is time to start researching the best venues in your area. You need to find a venue that caters to everyone in your company and is in a great location. It is also important that this venue is spacious enough for all your employees and other invitees. This will mean that all of your team can have a relaxing and enjoyable time at your party and that they can feel valued for the duration of the event. Luckily, it is easy to find an event space to rent online. You should always visit this venue before putting down a deposit, though, to check that it is right for you and your company.
The Date
Many people need months of notice when it comes to a holiday party. This will give your team a chance to arrange childcare and will mean that they do not book a clashing event on the same night. Knowing the date will also give you the chance to balance people’s workloads and deadlines and check as many staff members as possible can turn up to your celebration. It is also important that this event is not too close to the holidays as people will be busy, but not so far away that it will be forgotten by the biggest festive days of the year.
The Activities
You also need to think about what you and your employees will be doing at your holiday party and how you will keep them entertained. If you are all having a sit-down meal, you might need to start contacting caterers, but if you are all going out to the cinema, you might not need to start planning the occasion yet. By knowing what you are going to be doing, you can create a buzz in your workplace, get feedback on your idea, and ensure that you do not miss out on the opportunity to book it well in advance.
While you are sunbathing in the high temperatures and while most of your team is on vacation, you have the perfect chance to start thinking about the winter season and how you are going to congratulate and celebrate your team for the excellent work they are doing right now. Whether you keep the plans as a surprise or create a party team to help you, planning now can prevent a lot of stress later.
