How to Plan the Perfect New Year’s Eve Party That’s Actually Fun
Make it a New Year’s bash to remember with these festive ways to decorate and celebrate.
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Are you thinking of having an honest-to-goodness New Year’s Eve party this year? We’ve got some ideas for you.
New Year’s Eve bashes can be tricky to plan. Because guests typically stay past midnight, it can be hard to fill the time. You can’t just drink bubbly for hours on end. Even if dinner is included, there can be some idle time before the big ball drops. Games can be the perfect solution, catalyzing the mingling of your guests and making the hours fly by. We’ve got some thoughts on that below.
Party décor is an important consideration, too. The right tableware can make a soirée feel extra swanky, and accessories like a disco ball or velvet rope can make your shindig feel like the most exclusive invite in town. And have you thought about a theme? Making it a classy Venetian-style masquerade or a fun pajama party will certainly make your get-together memorable.
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Whatever route you take, we wish you a happy and healthy new year!
New Year’s Eve Party Inspiration
Game Night
Transform your home into a lively game parlor this New Year’s Eve. From Bingo to Blackjack, your guests will be entertained well past the countdown. Bonus points for dressing to the nines!
Midnight Dinner
Start off the New Year with a meal that’s hard to beat. Create a fun menu, invite your friends, and assign them all a task in the kitchen. On the night of, get to work on preparing a fantastic feast (with the help of a little wine and great music), to be enjoyed at the stroke of midnight.
Countdown
The clock is ticking and what better way to celebrate the final moments of the year than with a tribute to time itself. For a countdown themed party, go all out with your “time” decor, from clock-inspired plates to a time machine photo booth.
Mix Masters
Learn how to be a supreme cocktail maker this New Year’s Eve with a mixology-themed soiree. Have guests bring the fixings for their favorite fancy mixed drink and get stirring and shaking!
Glitz & Glam
Shower yourself and your guests with an ornate and sparking affair. Think gold-plated tableware and decorations, copious amounts of bubbly, and pearls and furs to boot.
Riot of Color
Colorful cocktail napkins and garlands are just the beginning for planning a party with an explosion of vibrant hues. Ask guests to dress in their most playful and punchy outfits and serve lively cocktails and snacks that span the color wheel.
Red Carpet
Play celebrity for the evening with a red carpet-themed party. Line your home’s walkway or front entrance with a red runway and a step and repeat for a great photo op. Other must haves: movie popcorn, a candy station, and a martini bar.
Masquerade
Mystery and whimsy go hand-in-hand for a Venetian-inspired masquerade party. Go big on the candles and candelabras and decorate with rich colors, like chartreuse and sapphire. Get extra points for sending masks along with the party invitations.
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