Holiday party entertainment NYC

Holiday season is upon us, and it’s time once again to get the annual party machine rolling. Whether you’ve volunteered for the holiday party committee or been unceremoniously assigned the task, attention must now be focused on making the event a reality.

Whether you’re an experienced professional or a first-time amateur, here are 25 details you MUST confirm to help ensure your office holiday party is a success:

1. Budget
2. Venue location & capacity
3. Invitations/RSVP
4. Guest arrival time
5. Whether to invite spouses/significant others
6. Food & beverage menu
7. Whether to serve alcohol
8. Activities, if applicable
9. Speeches – who will be giving them, and when
10. Vendor load-in time
11. Transportation/parking situation
12. Decorations
13. A/V run-through
14. Attire
15. Music
16. Signage
17. VIP arrangements for executives/special guests
18. Seating assignments, if applicable
19. Reveal of annual bonus, if applicable
20. Surprises, appearances and/or performances
21. Awards/gifts/favors
22. Full event run-of-show
23. Contact info for other planners/key individuals
24. Final venue/vendor payments
25. Event end time/venue curfew

Feel free to add your own details to confirm in the comments section below!

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