5 Unusual Christmas Party Ideas

*This is a collaborative post on unusual Christmas party ideas

What do you think of when someone says the words ‘Christmas party? Chances are you think of lots of revellers wearing paper crowns and tucking into a festive meal, then dancing the night away while drinking copious amounts of booze. 

With the same old format every year, you’d be forgiven for feeling bored with these annual festivities and politely declining any invites. 

Thankfully, there are fun things you can do to celebrate the festive season that are a bit more exciting. Here, we’ve listed some alternative ideas to the traditional Christmas party to make sure you and your friends or colleagues have a unique experience. 

Christmas party- Pub quiz 

You’ve left it late to book your Christmas party and you’re limited in choice of venues. Why not host your own pub quiz-themed party? Not only are quizzes excellent for team building, but they are also a must for Christmas gatherings. 

Separate your guests into teams and offer a prize for the winners. You could decorate your home or office to look like a local boozer and serve typical ‘pub grub’ like steak pie and chips. 

A quiz format part Zoom is also the perfect solution if your Christmas party has been cancelled due to covid restrictions.  

Get physical

Physical games and activities are awesome for breaking down social barriers and putting everyone at ease. You and your party could go paintballing, horse riding, play bubble football – anything that gets you all out and about and having fun. 

Christmas party- Interactive experiences 

Why not take part in something that’s nostalgic and highly immersive and consider an interactive challenge like this live experience at the Crystal Maze? Based on the hugely popular 90s game show, this experience and alternative Christmas party venue in London is a real thrill-seeker that tests your ability to solve mysteries and overcome a host of physical and mental challenges.

Get creative

It’s well known that the cold, long nights during the winter can impact mental health, so it’s reasonable to assume that not all your friends or colleagues will be in the mood to party. With that in mind, why not consider a Christmas celebration that promotes wellbeing? 

Research shows that engaging in artistic endeavours can help to reduce depression and anxiety, so why not arrange a craft party? There are lots of art therapy sessions or drawing classes that you can book for your party, or you could even buy supplies and host your own event at home or hired venue. 

Christmas markets for Christmas parties

Immerse yourself in the festive vibe and take your party to a Christmas market. Not only will it give everyone the chance to do some Christmas shopping, but many market stalls also offer free tasters, which can add to the fun. 

Spend time browsing the stalls, then arrange to all reconvene for some festive food and mulled wine. Most Christmas markets have a heated indoor or tented area where visitors can relax and feel cosy after a night of shopping. Don’t forget to wrap up warm. 

Finally

If you’re looking for something unusual for your Christmas party this year, there are lots of activities you can do to ensure you have a bash that’s unforgettable.