Holiday Party Ideas to Create Some Festive Magic
The season of joy is here, and what better way to sprinkle some festive magic than by throwing a magnificent adult Holiday party? If you’re thinking about hosting the best celebration this side of the North Pole, then you've landed in the right sleigh because Baileys is ready to sprinkle a bit of its magic on your festivities!
From delicious cocktail recipes to creative party themes and games to get everyone giggling, we have everything you need to host the ultimate Holiday gathering!
Deck the halls!
Get the party started by turning your space into a real winter wonderland. String up your twinkling lights, cover every surface with that box of tinsel you've had for ages, give the tree pride of place and hang baubles from your light shades. You can even spend an afternoon crafting homemade decorations or gathering seasonal greenery from your garden – real holly lasts ages and almost screams "Tis the season" as soon as you see it.
You can even encourage your guests to decorate themselves as they arrive. Set up a box of festive headgear and props by the front door – Ugly (or not-so-ugly) holiday sweaters, fake Santa beards, Grinch masks, the rest of the tinsel – and make a mini photo booth to capture some Insta-worthy snaps and get your guests into the Holiday party mood.
If you’re planning a themed Holiday party, White Christmas is always a winner and very easy for your guests, just ask them to wear some stylish white attire.
Top tip: Set the vibe with a Holiday-scented candle and greet your guests on arrival with a delicious Baileys Hot Chocolate garnished to perfection with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and a snowflake shortbread cookie. It's the perfect way to infuse an extra special holiday treat into your celebration!
Tinsel & toasting: the Holiday party treats
While you probably won’t be cooking up a whole turkey for your Holiday party, the food is an important part of making your get-together one to remember. Nibbles and mini appetizers are always a hit – don’t forget to add some vegan and veggie options, too - and there are so many tasty treats around at during this season that you should be spoiled for choice. For the savory options, there are classics like smoked salmon blinis, a cheese board with crackers, a selection of cold meats – with turkey included, obviously! – and some breadsticks, veggies and dips.
The sweet treats during the Holidays are always amazing! This is the season of treating, so you can really spoil your guests with a showstopper center piece - Baileys Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate served with an amazing dessert charcuterie board! Start by filling your buffet table with candy canes, gingerbread, marshmallows, whipped cream, toffee pieces, chocolate flakes, salted caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, anything and everything fabulously indulgent to make an amazing DIY hot chocolate station. Then make sure the Baileys Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate takes pride of place and is bubbling away deliciously as your guests arrive, ready to be savored. This amazing Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate and dessert charcuterie board works just as well without any alcohol for those who just want a serious chocolate fix!
You can really celebrate all the delicious indulgence of the season with a selection of wonderfully treat-worthy Baileys cocktails. And we’ve got the martini fans covered, the Baileys Flat White Martini is utterly divine, if you want to round off your meal with something extra fancy.
Holiday games and festive fun
No Holiday party is complete without some festive games and entertainment! From an ugly sweater contest to an 'All I Want for Christmas Is You' dance off, get in the party mood with seasonal fun and games! You can start with a bad Holiday joke competition to get everyone giggling!
Novelty jumper contest
The quirkier, the better! Award prizes for the most creative, hilarious, festive sweater. It's a sure-fire way to bring laughter to your adult Holiday party.
Holiday trivia
Who doesn’t love a Holiday trivia question? Challenge your guests' knowledge of holiday traditions with a trivia game. Pose questions about classic holiday movies, popular carols, seasonal food – anything you like.
White elephant gift exchange
Set a small budget for each guest and ask them to bring a fun gift, then place them all together, and each guest picks one. The first person unwraps their chosen gift, and then the next person can choose to swap their gift for the one that was just unwrapped. The game goes around each guest, with everyone having the chance to unwrap what they are holding or swap it for something that has already been unwrapped. The most fun for the person who goes last because they can choose from everything!
Gingerbread house decorating
Provide pre-made gingerbread houses, an assortment of icing (you can even make Baileys-infused icing!) and sweets. Give your guests a set amount of time to decorate their gingerbread masterpieces.
A Toast to Holiday Cheer
A fun-filled Holiday party is all about creating a festive and joyous atmosphere and making memories with friends and family. From stylish cocktails to entertaining games, infuse your celebration with warmth and make this season one to remember. If you want a little more Holiday party inspiration, discover the season for treating, with Baileys. Cheers to a holiday season filled with laughter, love, and magic!
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