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Holiday Party Themes to Try 

Rieanna Haripersaud Student Contributor, St. John's University
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at St. John's chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

The holidays are a perfect time to get  together with your favorite people, sip something cozy and have a magical time. Whether you’re hosting a casual hangout, a night full of laughter or a fancy celebration, choosing the right theme to set the tone makes your experience unforgettable. If you’re looking for inspiration, here are some creative holiday party themes to help you celebrate in style. 

Winter Wonderland Theme: transforming your space into a cozy snowy dream, think of white decor, fairy lights, silver accents and frosted touches. Add hot cocoa and a soft playlist to keep the warm vibes. You can also include cozy blankets that have a very dreamy vibe perfect for anyone who loves  cozy mixed with a little holiday magic. 

Holiday Pajama Party: where all your friends can dress up in cute, soft, snuggly Christmas pajamas, and enjoy warm, hot chocolate to escape the cold.  You could even do matching fuzzy socks and have comfort food. What more do you need to have a nice time and enjoy some laughter? This theme is cozy and always a big hit. Adding a cookie decorating station or a gingerbread house making competition while having a holiday movie in the background can make this moment even sweeter. 

Santa Workshops: This can be very creative if you know how to put the right twist. Having fun for both adults and families, setting up different crafting stations such as ornament decorating, gingerbread houses or DIY gifts. Adding candy cane treats, and having matching pjs can complete the vibe. It’s a playful twist on nostalgia and the perfect way to create a theme for groups.

A Christmas Movie Night: picking a theme like comedy or Hallmark classics and then building around that theme. Setting up comfy pillows, blankets, popcorn, hot chocolate and snacking on a charcuterie board or a snack board. It’s one of the easiest and coziest plans just to have a relaxing time with friends and a wonderful holiday hangout. 

A Holiday Wine Tasting Night: If you want to have a sophisticated gathering, host a winter wine tasting event. Taste different wines from around the world and from different years. This is perfect for people who don’t have wine exposure, a great way to relax and just have fun with your girls. Serving seasonal wine, holidays, cheeses and elegant appetizers will be a big hit to pair perfectly with your theme. Adding a blind tasting will make it fun and challenging for your guests.

Holiday parties are about celebrating traditions, creating moments, and bringing people together. The theme you choose is an extra sparkle to make everyone and everything feel special. Whether you go all glam, nostalgic, cozy or unique, the best holiday parties are filled with positive vibes, laughter and people you love and who are the closest to you.

I love going to new places and exploring the outdoors. Going out with my friends having a fun time.