Holiday Party Ideas

Holiday Cocktail Recipes
Holiday party guests will appreciate a festive sip. Check out these 10 holiday drinks we concocted!
10 Handmade Christmas Cards
 Add a creative and personalized touch to your Christmas cards with one of these handmade ideas.
Fun Holiday Trivia Games
Everyone at your holiday party will have fun and partake in these holiday party games!

Ideas for Planning a Holiday Party

The holiday party season is fun and hectic time for everyone. Getting ideas for planning a holiday party can be difficult but our experts are here to share their ways to celebrate this special time. There are so many holidays ... Read More and special occasions to mark during this time. Find everything you need right here to plan a great and festive holiday party. We have gathered some of the most fun and creative ideas for throwing a holiday party.

Our experts have thrown so many unique holiday parties and we have some of their best ideas that you can use. Learn how to plan a holiday party and decorate for it. See ideas on holiday décor and easy homemade holiday decoration ideas.

Try out delicious new holiday party recipes for our collection of menu ideas for your holiday party. Find recipes for Kwanzaa, perfect office party food ideas, budget friendly holiday party foods, easy holiday cookie recipes and more. Learn how to plan a great tasting holiday menu for your guests to enjoy.

Also find ideas on fun homemade invitations, activities, arts and crafts for the kids, holiday party games and more.

A holiday party has many different aspects to remember when planning a party. Make the holiday party planning process less stressful by following our advice here on everything from inviting your guests to decorating to cooking up a feast for your event. Planning holiday party is easy with our great ideas.
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Celebrity Inspired Holiday Decor

Michael Russo is the Creative Director for Roses-n-Lollipops, a full service event planning company with branches in New York, California and Florida. He has been featured by Entertainment Tonight, Modern Bride, People Magazine, Us Weekly, Distinction Magazine and Newsday, among others.

10 Last Minute Holiday Decor Ideas

Last minute guests are always a welcome surprise around the holidays. But if you haven't taken that long Thanksgiving weekend to decorate your home for impromptu visitors, those seasonal accents and festive displays may never make it on to the fireplace mantle let alone out of their storage boxes.

Holiday Gift Ideas for Teachers

Children spend a majority of their life with their teachers. That's why it's important to make sure those patient educators know they are appreciated! Use these great holiday gift ideas to thank them for a job well done.

Holiday Gift Ideas

Stumped on what to get your loved ones this holiday season? Take a peek at our gift ideas - we're sure you'll find something your giftee will love!

Expert Holiday How-To's

The Celebrations.com Experts are here to make sure your holiday season goes off without a hitch. Watch and learn as they share their pro tips, recipes and decor ideas that are quick, easy and budget-friendly.

10 Handmade Holiday Cards

Make your holiday greeting cards extra special this year by crafting them on your own. Here are ten easy ideas that are festive and so much fun to make. The best part about these cards is that they're sure to bring as big a smile to your recipient's face as the actual gift their paired with!

Easy & Inexpensive Last Minute Holiday Tips

Save this holiday season with Shawn's easy to follow tips and ideas for celebrating. Planning for the holidays needn't be stressful or expensive. Simply repurposing what you've already got and mixing in a bit of creativity is all you need to do to keep it festive, fab and budget-friendly.

Holiday Cocktail Party Menu Ideas

A perfect pairing of cocktail and food makes for a very successful holiday party, no matter how big, small, formal or casual it is. These holiday recipes and festive cocktails go together like peanut butter and jelly, only they're a lot more sophisticated and festive for the occasion!

Fun Holiday Trivia Games

Infuse this year's family get-togethers with holiday-themed games everyone will enjoy. Find out who has the brains in your family tree with tricky trivia, finish the lyric, and name that holiday tune.

DIY Holiday Photo Card Ideas and Tips

When the holiday season arrives many of us rush to send out greeting cards complete with a family snapshot. This year, make sure the kids look their best in holiday outfits and get creative with a photo shoot using holiday props.

Prep Your Home for the Holidays

Don't be left out in the cold! Prep your home for the holidays ahead of time to avoid extra stress. Here are some great tips to planning ahead and having a relaxing holiday season.

5 Holiday Treats That Travel Well Through the Mail

Every year millions of holiday sweets are shipped long-distance to friends and family who aren't able to get home to celebrate the season. This year, instead of sending the usual cookies, try shipping one of these delicious desserts. We promise you'll feel the smile even if you're a million miles away when your loved one opens it!

Holiday Party Guide

No matter what holiday you celebrate, when December rolls around, Andrea Correale's tips for an easy, affordable affair will put smiles on everyone's faces!

Signature Christmas Cocktail Recipes

The holiday season is a fantastic time to get creative with your cocktails. Concoct some tasty sips using seasonal ingredients and dress them up with festive garnishes to create libations fit for any Christmas party or holiday get-together!

Tips on Planning an Office Party

Planning a party for your company? Maybe a bon voyage to a colleague, a holiday party, or someone's milestone birthday? No matter the occasion, you might need a little help getting started. If you're like most businesses, you want to do a good job planning the event so that employees have a great time while also not going over budget.
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Christmas Party Games
Name That Christmas Song

You hear them all season long - how well do you know your Christmas tunes?

Christmas Bingo

A game everyone can enjoy, we've customized it for the holidays!

Fun Christmas Party Games for All Ages

Family Christmas parties just got more fun with these ideas!

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Budget Valentine's Day Ideas
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Handmade Ornament

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Rock Star Holiday Decor

Glam up your holiday decor with these expert ideas!

Living Holiday Decor

Put your wreath at the center of your holiday table!