{"id":1596,"date":"2015-12-23T12:30:33","date_gmt":"2015-12-23T01:30:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/\/?p=1596"},"modified":"2024-01-08T14:29:06","modified_gmt":"2024-01-08T03:29:06","slug":"5-essential-tips-for-a-nye-party","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/5-essential-tips-for-a-nye-party\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Essential Tips For a NYE Party"},"content":{"rendered":"

Once the excitement of Christmas is done, the next big occasion looms \u2013 the largest one of the year, as well as, the first and last \u2013 New Years Eve.<\/p>\n

This year, why not take the plunge and plan a party all on your own? With these DIY ideas for anything from ice-breaking activities to d\u00e9cor, you\u2019ll have no dramas throwing a memorable \u2013 champagne notwithstanding \u2013 event.<\/p>\n

Here are some Essential Tips For a NYE Party:<\/h2>\n

1. Ice-breaking Ideas<\/b><\/h3>\n

Especially important if your guests don\u2019t know each other well, ice-breaking activities are an often overlooked aspect of NYE party planning. While the term \u201cice-breaking activity\u201d evokes images of networking events, these can be quirky and fun without the cheese factor.<\/p>\n

Consider a \u201cresolution wall\u201d; a large sheet of butcher\u2019s paper and some pens, have guests write their resolutions for the following year (and if you have a follow up party the next year, see if any of them are kept!)<\/p>\n

2. Food <\/b><\/h3>\n

Planning ahead is the best way to get out of the hosting nightmare of being stuck in the kitchen \u2013 bite-sized finger food can be left on platters, with accompanying serviettes, and replenished as required.<\/p>\n

\"yum.com\"<\/p>\n

Alternatively get everyone to bring a plate to share on small bites, this way it\u2019s not all down to you plus you won\u2019t have the financial burden. Then to relieve yourself of making sure platters up topped up and serving, you could hire and Airtasker<\/a> to help you with this and also the dreaded cleaning up.<\/p>\n

A BBQ or buffet is also a great solution for a more informal celebration. Everyone can help themselves when they feel like. There are catering services that you could get for this, or again get people to BYO.<\/p>\n

3. Drinks<\/b><\/h3>\n

Tricky \u2013 and dependent on your budget, and the drinking habits of your guests! It goes without saying that all should have a glass of bubbles in their hand for the clock-strike.<\/p>\n

\"Countdown-Champange-Flutes-New-Year_s-Eve\"
\nSource: jakomang<\/a><\/p>\n

Beyond that, some ideas include having guests bring a bottle \u2013 not unreasonable, especially if you\u2019re on a budget and already organizing food. Alternatively ask everyone to put money in to buy the drinks.<\/p>\n

Alternatively, consider a fruit punch \u2013 packed with as much or little alcohol as your wallet allows. Communal so guests can help themselves, and refreshing in the warm weather!<\/p>\n

It goes without saying \u2013 provide plenty of water and non-alcoholic beverages for the drivers and non-drinkers amongst your friends.<\/p>\n

And don\u2019t forget the ice.<\/p>\n

4. Decor<\/b><\/h3>\n

Even if your party is in your lounge or back yard, it can be transformed easily using some fairly basic do-it-yourself d\u00e9cor ideas. Balloons, streamers, themed napkins are all easy enough to do; just pick a colour theme that suits your personality and house and go for broke.<\/p>\n

\"nye-party-theme\"
\nSource: Style Motivation<\/a><\/p>\n

Alternatively, pick a date theme \u2013 Great Gatsby, or 50\u2019s Tiki Party, these can influence your food, drinks and d\u00e9cor. Also great as an icebreaker and starting point for conversations!<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget:
\n– A clock in a central location is important
\n– A screen to watch the fireworks and sparklers to hand out to your guests.
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5. Enjoy yourself!<\/b><\/h3>\n

As host of a NYE party, it\u2019s easy to get so caught up with making sure everybody is enjoying themselves that the night flies by in a harried rush of re-filling glasses and replacing canap\u00e9s.<\/p>\n

If you plan ahead, there\u2019s no reason to stress the minor details \u2013 at the end of the day, or year, it\u2019s the company that people will remember, not the sprigs of basil on your Crostini. So pour yourself a champagne, make a resolution you\u2019ll forget, and have fun.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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