Work Christmas Party Ideas
For both large and small companies, workplace christmas party, can be a time to help teams and individuals reflect, learn and build rebuild connections in a reflective manner.
There are multiple christmas event ideas for work:
- Office Christmas Party : One event where everyone comes together to celebrate Christmas with dinner, drinks and music. Sometimes with some awards, too. At ApsisVR it’s a unique venue where awards are given for providing the same experience to family or friends of a winning group from a VR competition.
- Team Christmas Party :Every team has its own Christmas party, organised by its manager. Generally these can be in small teams or divisions. They go for dinner/lunch and drinks for a couple of hours at a restaurant. At Apsis VR you will have a work Christmas party in Melbourne that is uniquely over 2 hours and takes the party to the next level.
- Team Christmas Activity : In this option, they go bowling, escape rooming, go-karting or do some other fun activity that involves everyone. In addition to this, some teams will also do a team lunch or dinner. You can do this at Apsis VR with a 45-minute activity that helps people to disconnect from work and make sure office parties are not about work.
We have outlined below how you can have fun, entertainment, and even team building using a workplace Christmas party by being unique and different.
Office Christmas Party
To get the best engagement and make it different from the previous year, adding an activity might make the Christmas party even more fun and exciting. For example, setting up a VR stand for 4-6 people to dance with VR headsets while others can watch what they are doing might be good fun and entertainment. They all take turns to explore things with a giant screen showing what they’re doing. They can even go on a holiday or travel the world while others watch these destinations. You can also make it a day event by having 4-6 mobile VR stations from us to get everyone to try it out. We will bring the entertainment to you. They can have team-building activities or just pure fun before the office Christmas party.
Team Christmas Event
In this model, every team does their own thing. However, most large organisations do not realise how much time is wasted in duplication of effort across the organisation, especially not using their collective buying power. They also miss the opportunity to create an organisation theme for their end-of-year celebrations. Some teams decide to go for one particular restaurant, while others go for go-karting and another for escape rooms. While this provides a lot of localised autonomy, it doesn’t provide an organisational theme or culture. It’s mostly done as a chore rather than a strategic activity. However, if teams are provided to select a venue from a portfolio of venues or activities that the company has obtained special pricing for, that way you can also reduce the cost and time to organise the events.
Team Christmas Activity
Even if every team is given the opportunity to spend their budget independently, you can still organise an organisation-wide celebration. At Apsis VR we can set up leaderboards for your organisation, and each team can compete on an escape room they want to do. Once all the teams have completed, then we can list the winning team. You can categorise it based on the team that completed it in the fastest time. The team that did it with the least amount of hints on each type of escape room. So while they celebrate Christmas party, you are also improving team building across the organisation.
Christmas Party Idea – Outside Office
If you want ideas for Melbourne CBD, then there are many ways you can use Flinders Street, Queen Street, South Bank, Yarra River, and Finders Lane to have a great Christmas party just for two hours or two days. We have some unique ideas.
We would like to share with you and our ideas incthat it will include VR escape rooms, VR arcade games, leaderboards, fun tournaments, meals, drinks, a cruise on the Yarra River, and much more. It does not matter whether your organisation has a small or large team with multiple divisions and multiple offices; we can suggest a plan for you.
Please contact ApsisVR, and we can help you structure an event that will make this year’s office Christmas party unique for your team(s) and company.
Work Christmas Celebration – At Workplace
If you want to have a Christmas party at your workplace and are looking for creative ideas, then we can bring the venue experience to you! The only VR entertainment place that can bring VR escape rooms and VR arcade games to you with VR headsets. All we need is free space for us to set up the equipment while you come to have fun. We can establish a virtual reality entertainment hub at your workplace, whether it be small or large.
Work Christmas Party Ideas
Planning a memorable work Christmas parties can be a fun challenge. Here are some innovative ideas to make your event stand out. Here are some of our Christmas party ideas in Melbourne:
1. Themed Dress Code
Encourage employees to dress according to a specific theme, such as “Winter Wonderland” or “Ugly Christmas Sweater”. This can create a festive atmosphere and spark conversation among colleagues.
2. Secret Santa Gift Exchange
A classic holiday tradition, a Secret Santa gift exchange can bring a sense of excitement and camaraderie. Set a budget and allow participants to draw names in advance.
3. Holiday Potluck
Invite employees to bring their favourite holiday dish to share. This not only showcases diverse culinary traditions but also encourages community involvement.
4. Team-Building Activities
The ApsisVR team-building activity revolves around solving puzzles, including murder mysteries and Christmas activities in escape rooms. Incorporate fun team-building games such as holiday trivia or gingerbread house competitions. These activities can enhance teamwork and create lasting memories.
5. Virtual Celebration
If remote work is the norm, consider hosting a virtual Christmas party. Use video conferencing platforms to engage in games, share holiday recipes, or enjoy a virtual toast.
6. Charity Drive
Encourage employees to give back by organising a charity drive during the party. Collect donations for a local charity or organise a volunteer event.
7. Holiday Photo Booth
Set up a festive photo booth with props and backdrops. This can be a fun way for employees to take memorable photos and share them on social media.
8. Festive Cocktails and Mocktails
Offer a selection of holiday-themed drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. A signature cocktail can add a special touch to the festivities.
9. Live Entertainment
Consider hiring a local band or DJ to provide live music. This can create an energetic atmosphere and encourage dancing among guests. Consider including karaoke to create your own live entertainment.
10. Awards Ceremony
Recognise employees’ hard work by hosting an awards ceremony during the party. Categories can range from serious achievements to fun titles like “Best Holiday Spirit”.
By incorporating these creative ideas for a work Christmas party, you can ensure your event is enjoyable, engaging, and memorable for all attendees. Emphasising inclusivity and fun will enhance employee morale and strengthen workplace relationships.
You do not need to select the escape room upfront, and you can select it once you are at the venue. Please see the table below for quick reference and individual links.
We have several escape rooms and can host a maximum of 12 people at a time for escape rooms. So if there are more than 4–6 people, then we will divide you into multiple teams. You will compete in teams, adding extra fun and enjoyment. So more the better!!.