The top 5 trends for work Christmas parties in 2024
Guys, it’s almost September, which means the work Christmas party planning is ON! If you’re in charge of organising your company’s big festive shindig, don’t stress. At The Hall Barns we like to keep up to date with what’s hot and what’s not quite so hot, whether that’s to do with weddings, corporate away days or parties. Here we share the top 5 trends for work Christmas parties in 2024. So if you want this year’s party to be one to remember, keep reading…
1. Après Ski
One of the biggest work Christmas party trends this year is Après Ski. We’re talking alpine lodge styling, winter wonderland vibes and the obligatory vodka luge, as you dance the night away. It’s a quirky twist on the traditional festive work party, still ticking off all the essentials like excellent atmosphere, amazing tunes and plenty of food and drink, all with the coolest of ski-inspired backdrops. This year, The Hall Barns are hosting our own Après Ski party nights, bringing a bit of Val d’Isère to Loughborough. Our themed Christmas parties run throughout December into January, with dates available to book here. We also have exclusive party nights for those in the Hospitality and Healthcare industries. Click here to find out more.
2. Silent disco
If you haven’t quite got on board with the silent disco hype yet, 2024 is the year to embrace it. Silent discos are a brilliant option for a work Christmas party, letting everyone choose their own tunes without the DJ having a meltdown. The idea is each party goer has a pair of headphones and can switch between a variety of pre-loaded music playlists. Essentially, you get to dance the night away to your own personal disco. Trust us when we say it’s a lot more fun than it sounds – especially when you bump into a workmate who’s listening to the same thing as you and you get to have a little boogie together.
3. Narnia theme
Magical Narnia-themed styling is a big trend for 2024 work Christmas parties. Transforming a venue into an epic The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe style wonderland instantly marks your work party out as one to remember – and it’s easier than you think. Cool touches like styling the entrance door as a wardrobe door, then filling the hallway with hanging coats to push your way through before the grand reveal of a snowy Narnia can be done on a budget while still delivery serious wow-factor vibes. Aslan and White Witch fancy dress optional.
4. Christmas quiz night
Who doesn’t love a quiz? Throw a fun Christmas-themed quiz night for your work party this year and watch that competitive spirit come out big time! Whether you let your colleagues pick their own teams (HR vs Accounts anyone?) or mix things up by pulling names out of the hat, it’s a great way to get the whole company involved this Christmas. Why not hire a venue like The Hall Barns for a special setting? If you’re on a budget, host it in the office – just go all-out with snazzy festive décor and unlimited mince pies.
5. Daytime wholesome fun
If you want to make your 2024 work party as inclusive as possible, consider a daytime activity. It’s easier for those with childcare commitments, plus it’s a great booze-free way to getting the whole company together and still having loads of fun. Wholesome Christmas activities are a big trend this year. Think about hosting something like a gingerbread house decorating session, wreath making day or paint your own bauble workshop. The Hall Barns’ gorgeous rustic barn has plenty of space to accommodate you and your workmates. Plus, we can take care of the catering to make sure everyone is well fed. If you’d like to chat about daytime hire for your Leicestershire work Christmas party get in touch. Either click here or give us a call on 01509 880236.
The best work Christmas party venue in Leicestershire
The Hall Barns really does have it all, even if we say so ourselves! A beautifully unique rustic barn party space, fancy new outdoor stretch tent, the perfect countryside setting and the best events team around. Just a short drive from Loughborough town centre, we’re easy to get to and have plenty of parking on site for your work Christmas party. You can find us at Prestwold Lane, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE12 5ST. If you want to find out more about what we can offer for your company and your 2024 work Christmas party, click here and we’ll get straight back to you.