The upcoming festive season will be about gathering your loved ones at home once again. Even as vaccines are here and the virus is under control in Canada, crowded parties at pubs and clubs are not the safest. But thankfully, you need not organize one virtually. The best way to celebrate is in your haven because it is the safest. Why not get started with party planning right now? This year, you need to make it extra special as things are getting better. Try thinking outside the box to ensure every guest has a great time despite the social distancing rules. Let us share some unique at-home party ideas to try this year.
Theme get-together
A theme get-together is a great idea, but you must think outside the box when choosing a theme. There’s a lot to try if you can get creative with the ideas on themes. While retro continues to be the all-time favorite, try innovative ones like beating the virus, spa theme, beer tasting, or backyard farm party. Everything boils down to your creativity, and you can have a memorable theme everyone will love.
Potluck dinner
At-home parties can get daunting when you have a long guest list and a lavish menu. You can expect to spend the whole day in the kitchen or pay huge takeaway bills. A potluck dinner eliminates the need for both as you do not have to bear the entire burden. Prepare a menu and let every guest bring a dish each for a potluck. Your gang will love the concept as much as you do.
Game night
Another happening party idea you can try at home is a game night. Choose a game depending on the interests of your guests. For example, if you plan to have families with kids, a scavenger hunt will keep them happily engaged. A game of cards or scrabble is great for indoors, while you can pick ones like musical chairs for outdoor fun. Make it as interesting as you can!
The good-old barbecue
When it comes to at-home party ideas, the good-old barbecue will always have a place on the list. It is great for pandemic times because you need not do much to ensure social distancing outdoors. As long as you have ample space in the backyard, this idea is easy to implement. Put up the lights, have some music going, and get the barbecue ready, and you are good to go.
These party ideas are easy to implement and wouldn’t burn a hole in your wallet. Pick the one you like, get your guest list ready, and start planning for an exciting evening at home.