7 Office Holiday Party Ideas that Deliver Big Fun to NYC Companies
Planning an office holiday party in NYC?
Handle the pressure of planning your office holiday party like a pro with these festive party ideas.
Get into the Spirit with a Scavenger Hunt
There’s nothing like a scavenger hunt to boost team cohesion and ring in the holidays!
In addition to being a great way to connect to the celebratory nature of the season, a scavenger hunt provides opportunities for employees to express their creativity, showcase talents, and engage outside the office.
Here are a couple of resources:
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You can plan your own, or create high-tech version with an app like GooseChase.
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Want a done-for-you solution? Check out companies like CityHUNT, Watson Adventures and SecretCity
Deck the Halls with Kettlebells
Have an active and athletic group at the office? If so, make it the most wonderful time of the year with a day of health and wellness!
To create an inclusive and comfortable vibe, I recommend offering a couple of options and asking for preferences beforehand.
Consider these ideas for ringing in the season on a healthful note:
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Offer meditation, pilates, yoga, and/or HIIT classes throughout the day
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Create a DIY Snack, Coffee or Smoothie Station
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Run a holiday 5K as a team. Check out the NYC Holiday Half, Brooklyn Santa Suit Run, and NYRR Jingle Bell Jog 5K
All I Want for the Holidays Is Noncommissioned Work Time
In the spirit of celebrating and honoring the team, give them an entire day to work on anything they choose, in whatever way they want, and with whomever they’d like. The only rule is that everyone must come back with something to share – a new idea, prototype, or internal process – the following day.
This idea is proven to reinvigorate and engage employees, and will likely generate actionable and profitable ideas, as well.
Eat, Drink, and Jingle with a Family Day at the Office
Get all the holiday feels by turning the office party into an event for the entire family.
Here are some experiences to consider arranging for your holiday office party:
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Pictures with Santa: GigSalad.com, GigMasters.com and HireSanta.com are a couple of sites worth checking out
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Holiday Crafts: Check out this article on Parents.com for easy craft ideas that kids love to make.
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Live entertainment: Eliminate boredom and connect everyone to the magic of the season by arranging an appearance by a professional entertainer.
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Serve delicious food: Hire a caterer, arrange a potluck or DIY with these delicious food ideas!
There you have it! 7 holiday party ideas that will deliver big fun.
Want to make your office holiday party extra fun and magical? Arrange an appearance by me, Magic Evan!
Combining magic, mentalism and comedy, I turn parties into engaging, inclusive and memorable events that are anything but ordinary.
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