Are you beginning to plan your family and friend holiday party? We are getting close to the holiday season and you can never start planning too early for a party. In this blog, we will be giving you some pointers on how to have a successful holiday party.
Create to-do Lists
Once you decide to have a holiday party, create to-do lists so you won’t automatically get overwhelmed. Create lists so you can break down all that is involved in throwing a successful holiday party. Ask yourself, whom should I invite to my epic party? Once you decide how many guests you want to have you will have to decide on virtual or printed invitations. Think about what type of communication will work best for the group.
Once you know the type of invitation you will be sending, think about what date will work for the majority of your guests. The holidays are a busy time for everyone, so it is best to get the invites out as early as possible. This way your guests will have the holiday party on their calendars before they get invited to other December events.
Venue
Once you know who your guests are and when the event will take place, think about the type of venue you are looking for. Think about the type of weather it will be during December. Is the area you’re in too cold for an outside party? You want to always be thinking about your guest as you plan a successful holiday party.
A few of Charleston's Venues
Stars Rooftop & Grill Room
Located on Upper King Street, Stars is a great location for any event. Stars can accommodate parties from as small as 15 to as many as 140 guests.
Located on Market Street, Haberdash, is in the heart of downtown Charleston and has endless games, a full bar, and makes for a great party spot.
Festival Hall
This venue is in Harleston Village and has a capacity for 100 people.
Food and Drinks
If you plan on cooking the food for your holiday party be sure to prepare ahead of time. This will allow you to have more time to chat with your friends and enjoy your party. Types of party foods that are easy to prepare, chips and dip, slow cooker dishes, veggie tray, nuts, fruit, and of course a charcuterie board. You can also cater your food so it is one less thing to have to worry about.
Every holiday party needs drinks! Think about the type of drinks your guests enjoy sipping. Are your guests wine drinkers, beer lovers, or cocktail fans? No matter what your guests like, be sure to have water at your event. You want people to have a fabulous time but also stay hydrated.
Contact Us at Haberdash
Now you know how to have a successful holiday party with your friends and family. What are you waiting for? Book Haberdash, we can take care of the bar, food, and venue needs. Our 1500 sq ft building is filled with flat-screen TV’s and numerous games to keep your guests entertained. We are happy to customize your experience to meet the needs of your event and guests. Contact us to learn more and book your successful holiday party.
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