4 Venue Options For Your End-of-Year Christmas Party at Work

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Planning an end-of-year get together at work s a special occasion in the holiday calendar. It allows staffs and management to let their hair down for a night and share some stories about the work year that was; it’s usually an enjoyable event for all involved! There’s significant research to suggest that it goes a long way to build up team chemistry, integrate new members of the team and even boost employees’ productivity. 

This being the case, the Christmas party is something you want to get right and if it’s your job to organise this event, it’s worth giving some thought. If you’re unsure of an appropriate venue, this article might just help. Many of the locations and venues that come to mind for a birthday party also work for the Christmas function; the difference is you usually have to keep more people happy. Check out the list below for some ideas.

House gathering

This is a little less popular in modern times, as but can make for a lovely night if you have a group that is comfortable and familiar with each other. Dinner can be served however some drinks and appetizers shindig is our recommendation.

Catered home affairs can be a lot of fun however for this to work it does require that the host have a large home and entertainment area. If you have the budget for it we’d recommend having a catering company worry about food, open bar with bartenders and DJ or band/musician.

Another option is to give the gathering a theme - Masquerade, Christmas, or Fancy dress-ups are all options.

Restaurant meal

This is a low-risk venue option that generally works well with small to medium sized groups. Obviously a bit factor comes in the restaurant you choose - depending on how your group is you’ll generally want to book at a restaurant where you can have a chat, but that also has some atmosphere and a bit of background noise too. Some of the best Christmas parties are simple meals out, just make sure it’s a structured affair and it should be a success. After dinner those that want to can go hit the bars and keep the night going!

Function-room party

Hiring out a private room in a restaurant, bar or function hall gives you the flexibility to make the party and the vibe however you want it to be. If you want to go down the costume, fancy dress path, have your guests dress to impress with a cocktail party theme or take on the Christmassy angle (complete with tree and mistletoe) you can. Make sure you pick out something spacious and be conscious of the budget. There are plenty of good function venues in Perth - do your research and you’re sure to find something that suits! 

Group activities

The group activities that are appropriate depend entirely on the kind of business/company in question and the people who are involved. But the main idea is that you don’t need to go down the same path going to a restaurant or bar. Although these are great options and are always a lot of fun, don’t be afraid to go for something a little more unique and out-there.

Organising a wine-tasting event visiting various vineyards is one example that we liked.

Another is when a group of programmers at an IT company spent the day playing video game at the arcade. Others include pool parties, going to a show that is on in town, games-day or even a day at the races!

There are plenty of options when it comes to Christmas parties, give it some thought and you’re sure to come up with something that works for you. If you’re interested in hiring a private function room in Perth, find out what The Wembley Hotel has to offer by visiting our website.

6 Essential Tips on hiring the perfect Perth Function Room

Hiring a function room for the first time can bring with it a few headaches when it comes to planning ahead. Whilst many people may hire the first venue they find, making sure that you choose the best location for your event or function will help make things go smoothly when the big day arrives. Whether you are worried about the price, location around Perth or functions available, here are 6 essential tips on how to ensure you get the function room of your dreams.

1 Occasion
Ensuring that the function room you hire lives up to the standards you set yourself is a key goal in making your event go smoothly. Whether you require a reception room after a wedding to go on long into the evening, a business conference room with presentation functions or a simple lunch with your club, choose the venue according to what it best specialises in. a cosy pub may not be the best place to hold a business conference, as much as a parish church may not be the best place to hold a bikers club convention, so choose appropriately.

2 Price
Whilst everyone may have a price, there is no price on success, so making sure you have a clear budget that you can afford is important in ensuring that you get your money’s worth. When calling around for quotes, ensure you get a final price in writing to lessen the impact of hidden charges. Make sure the venue prices everything up before you settle on a figure, and you will know how far your budget will go ahead of schedule.

3 Facilities
Many venues may offer a standard hall that you will use for your function, as well as peripheral options that may facilitate the success of your event. If you are planning a business conference that required presentation equipment, ensure that it is up to the standard you require. Talk to the venue about additional equipment you may need to bring such as a presentation device, a laptop, projector, podiums or other media equipment. This conversation between you and the venues owners will lessen the shock if your conference requires a bubble machine and laser show.

4 Location
The location of the function room in Perth you wish to hire is an important factor in ensuring all of your invitees arrive promptly and safely. Go through with all of your guests the location of your function to ensure nobody from across town gets stuck in traffic or even lost. Many functions and conferences are ruined by important guests, speakers or friends and relatives missing a turn here and there and ending up missing a momentous occasion.

5 Food and catering options
Ensuring that your function room provides adequate hospitality when it comes to food will also ensure your guests’ tummies are happy too. Choosing a function room in Perth that provides catering on top of your function room is a major coup as hiring a separate caterer for your function could be very pricey indeed. Many top quality venues for hire in Perth provide excellent choice of menus for every occasion whether it is an evening meal, a small brunch or a top quality buffet.

6 Enjoy yourself!
Once you have found your ideal function room or venue you can kick back and relax. All of the planning that has gone into creating your event is now being taken care of by the professional staff who are working for you. Though it is good to occasionally check on your guests who are in attendance, the best function room venues will ensure that every need is catered for. There is always someone on hand to help you out in any situation, so let your venue take care of you and enjoy your special occasion with your guests in style.