Plan Your Christmas Party Early – Here’s How

ByKairen

Because no one wants to be the person panic-ordering party hats on December 22nd.

It might feel like summer just ended, but guess what? Christmas party season will be here faster than you can say “pass the pigs in blankets.”

Whether you’re planning a family get-together, a festive friendsmas, or a full-blown office bash, one thing’s for sure: the earlier you get organised, the smoother it all goes.

No stress. No chaos. Just mince pies, Mariah Carey, and maybe even time to enjoy your own party.

Here’s how to make it happen:

🎯 1. Set the date (before everyone else’s calendar explodes)

Between work parties, school plays, nativity rehearsals, and a hundred family commitments, December gets booked up fast.

Get ahead by picking your date in September or October. Even better? Send a save the date or casual message to get it on people’s radar early.

Bonus: early planners get dibs on the best venues, caterers, and playlists.

✉️ 2. Choose and send your invitations early

Digital invitations are your Christmas miracle. You can:

  • Edit them yourself in minutes
  • Match them to your party theme
  • Send them instantly via email, text, or WhatsApp
  • Avoid the dreaded “it got lost in the post” excuse

✨ Top tip: Send your Christmas party invites around late October to early November for maximum RSVPs.

Need one right now? Browse our Christmas invites here – easy, editable, and glitter-friendly (without the actual mess).

🎄 3. Pick a theme (or at least a vibe)

Do you want:

  • Festive and fancy? Think velvet dresses, gold invites, and espresso martinis.
  • Cheesy and cheerful? Break out the novelty jumpers and inflatable reindeer.
  • Cosy and casual? Fairy lights, mulled wine, and a secret Santa.

Whatever the vibe, deciding early helps everything else fall into place – decor, food, music, and of course, your invites.

🍴 4. Don’t overcomplicate the food

You don’t have to cook a turkey to impress. Think buffet, grazing table, or a make-ahead slow cooker situation.

Even better? Make it a bring-a-dish party and let everyone show off their “famous” sausage rolls.

🎁 5. Add one little ‘wow’ moment

Just one. A festive cocktail, a surprise quiz, a DIY photobooth with tinsel and elf hats. It doesn’t have to be Pinterest-perfect — just something fun your guests will remember.

(And yes, playing Wham! on repeat counts.)

✨ The bottom line:

Planning your Christmas party early isn’t about being extra — it’s about not losing your mind in December

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