Planning a corporate holiday party that includes families, especially kids, is a wonderful way to make employees feel valued and foster a warm, inclusive atmosphere. But keeping little ones entertained requires creativity and planning. Here are some fun, engaging ideas to help make your corporate kids’ holiday party a memorable experience for all ages. I have been fortunate enough to plan a dozen or so in my career and they might be one of my favorites because our little attendees are always so happy!
Craft Stations for Holiday Keepsakes
Craft stations are always a hit with kids and give them something special to take home. Try setting up several different tables with activities like:
Ornament Decorating – Provide plain ornaments, paints, stickers, and glitter to let kids personalize their own holiday decoration.
Cookie Decorating – Set up a table with plain sugar cookies, colorful icing, sprinkles, and toppings, giving kids a delicious and creative activity.
DIY Snow Globes – With jars, mini figurines, and glitter, kids can make their very own snow globes.
These stations encourage creativity and are excellent for creating keepsakes to remember the event.
Holiday-Themed Face Painting and Temporary Tattoos
Kids love face painting, and it’s an easy way to add a festive element. Hire a professional face painter to create holiday-themed designs like snowflakes, reindeer, or candy canes. Temporary tattoos with fun holiday shapes are another option that’s quick, safe, and easy to remove, adding a little flair to the event.
Interactive Story Time with a Holiday Twist
Set up a cozy corner with soft seating, bean bags, and blankets for a holiday storytime session. A costumed storyteller, perhaps as a friendly elf or holiday fairy, can read classic holiday stories. For added magic, give kids mini treats related to the stories or small props they can use to interact during the tale. This cozy activity is especially great for younger children and provides a quieter space for downtime.
Santa’s Workshop Photo Booth
Create a photo booth decorated as Santa’s workshop where families can snap memorable photos. Include fun holiday props like Santa hats, elf ears, reindeer antlers, and oversized candy canes. A professional photographer or a self-serve photo booth with instant prints can provide families with a keepsake they’ll cherish.
Holiday Scavenger Hunt
Organize a holiday-themed scavenger hunt around the event venue, guiding kids to find small holiday-related items, like ornaments, mini presents, or candy canes. Provide clues that lead to each item, and reward participants with prizes or treats at the end. This is a fun, active way to keep kids engaged and moving.
Kids-Only Hot Cocoa Bar
Set up a hot cocoa bar with child-friendly options and let kids customize their drinks. Offer marshmallows, chocolate chips, whipped cream, sprinkles, and candy canes for stirring. You can even provide kid-safe “hot cocoa bombs” that add an element of surprise when stirred into warm milk. This station will be a sweet highlight of the event!
Mini Dance Party with Kid-Friendly DJ
Bring in a DJ who knows how to entertain kids, and organize a mini dance floor just for them. Include upbeat holiday tunes along with some classic dance hits for kids. Have some fun accessories on hand like glow sticks, party hats, and inflatable instruments to keep the dance party exciting and high-energy.
Holiday Puppet Show or Magic Show
Book a holiday-themed puppet or magic show that’s geared towards children. This type of interactive entertainment keeps kids entertained and provides a chance for parents to mingle. Look for entertainers who can adapt their show to different age groups, ensuring that everyone from toddlers to older kids has a fun time.
Gingerbread Men Decorating
Gingerbread Men are a holiday favorite, and decorating them is an engaging and hands-on activity for kids. You can provide gingerbread men and let kids build their own with icing “glue.” Offer toppings like candy canes, gumdrops, sprinkles, and chocolate buttons for decorating. It’s a messy but delicious way for kids to showcase their creativity.
Take-Home Goodie Bags
Create goodie bags as a fun parting gift filled with small toys, holiday stickers, candy canes, or holiday-themed coloring books. This is a thoughtful touch that shows appreciation for families and gives kids something to look forward to even after the party ends.
A well-planned corporate kids’ holiday party can make a lasting impression on employees and their families. By including these fun, interactive activities, you can create a joyful, family-friendly celebration that everyone will remember. From craft stations and dance parties to sweet treats and festive photo ops, there’s something for every child to enjoy.
With a little creativity and thoughtful planning, your corporate holiday party can become an event that employees’ families look forward to every year! Looking to elevate your next corporate kids party we would love to help! Contact us at: info@jenniferjamesevents.com
