Work Christmas Party Ideas That Everyone in Your Office Will Love

Why not get creative with your office Christmas party ideas in 2024 and treat your hard-working crew to a team building activity just as unique as they are! Go a step beyond showing a seasonal film with some takeaway food and playing the same old Christmas games, and instead indulge them in an arts and crafts experience that will refresh their minds just in time for the yuletide holidays

We have loads of group activities up and down the UK that will spark your team's imagination, whether you're looking for festive cooking classes in Edinburgh, crafty things to do in London, or a relaxing art activity in Manchester. Keep reading on and discover a range of Christmas activities you can enjoy all together!

Make your own candles with festive scents

Elevate your team-building event with an enchanting experience as you delve into the art of candle-making. Picture this: a festive ambience, the air filled with the warm, comforting fragrances of pine, cinnamon, cranberry, and more. Guided by expert instructors, your team will embark on a sensory journey, blending these scents to create personalised fragrances that evoke the spirit of the season. The process involves hands-on engagement, where every participant gets to melt, mix, and pour the soy wax, transforming raw ingredients into works of olfactory and visual delight.

As the wax hardens, the magic unfolds, leaving each participant with a bespoke piece of Christmas DIY home decor. Imagine the joy of placing these handcrafted candles in your living space, instantly infusing it with the festive spirit. And for those feeling especially generous, the handmade candles make for thoughtful and meaningful Christmas gifts, a token of creativity and care to share with loved ones.

Beyond the craft itself, this candle-making experience is a catalyst for team bonding. Encouraging your group to unplug from screens, the activity provides a refreshing break for the mind. Relationships within the team blossom beyond the confines of boardroom meetings, fostering a sense of camaraderie. Who knows, amidst the flickering candlelight, you might discover a fun new hobby that adds an extra dimension to your team dynamics.

Learn to cook tasty meals together

Let's be honest, overindulging in turkey, pigs in blankets and roast potatoes is what Christmas is all about. Nothing can bring a group of people together more than a tasty feast, especially when it’s handmade from scratch using the freshest ingredients. So for this year, we think your yuletide office party should involve bonding in the kitchen during a festive cooking class. Guided by a local chef, you’ll be whipping up a roast dinner that will make your mouth water and teach you a few tips just in time for Christmas day.

For those with a sweet tooth, there are also Christmas baking and dessert classes. From Yule logs to mince pies, gingerbread and more, you’ll be getting hands-on with the flour and sugar and crafting incredible goodies as a team. 

By the end of your sweet or savoury experience, you’ll have loads of tasty treats to tuck into and some wonderful new memories to share.

Christmas wreath making class

If you’re looking to deck the halls of your office or home, a beautiful DIY wreath is the quickest way to turn your doors and walls from drab to fab. Whether you go for the classic green foliage, red ribbons and dried fruit, or you’re more into the neutrals and minimalistic style, there’s a floristry workshop out there that will show you how to make a winter wreath of your dreams.

This Christmas craft is certain to add some cheer to your day, making it the perfect yuletide group activity for you and your team. Pop it on your desk at work, your front door at home, or anywhere that needs some sparkle.

Decorate handmade Christmas cards

If a creative outlet is what your team needs, why not improve your art skills together by making DIY greetings cards? Not only will you be prepared for giving out Christmas wishes to friends and family, but you'll also all be trying out some new art techniques. Whether it's paper crafts, watercolour painting or lino printing, there are all sorts of ways to make your festive cards unique. You'll leave this craft workshop feeling refreshed and with a new creative talent up your sleeve that you can use year-round.

Virtual party ideas for the remote teams

Get ready to connect and have fun in a virtual world! Whether you're miles apart or in different time zones, you can still get expert guidance from a teacher as you create amazing things from the comfort of your own home. Even better, you don't have to worry about running to the store for supplies because our live online classes come with lovingly packed craft kits. And if you're looking for a crowd-pleaser, our chocolate making kits are sure to be a hit! You'll get to learn how to make truffles while connecting with your team, and then end the class by indulging in your delicious, handmade creations.

Want to add some sparkle to your evenings and get in the holiday spirit? We recommend trying our virtual cocktail making class! You'll be shaking and stirring like a pro with your master mixologist guiding the way via Zoom. Get ready to impress your friends and colleagues with your new cocktail-making skills, and enjoy some delicious drinks together from the comfort of your own home.

Office party ideas for when you don’t want to go far

Want all the action to come to you? We have a few mobile teachers who would love to teach you their craft in your own office. They’ll bring all the art supplies you need, as well as their expert guidance that will lead you to a team victory!

For a jolly and fun office activity, sign everyone up for a Christmas craft class and learn to make some fabulous DIY Christmas decorations together. They can be strung up around the office to give the place a Santa’s grotto-style makeover, or everyone can take them home. The possibilities of these Christmas craft activities are endless; from painting baubles with alcohol inks and learning how to sew your own adorable snowmen to pop on the tree, to crafting your own stockings for the fireplace, there’s something for everyone. For a Christmas work party that really goes off with a bang, you could learn to make DIY Christmas crackers filled with personalised surprises. The exciting activities will transform your party into a fun-filled spectacle!

No matter what you go for, in-person workshops in your teachers' space, one in your own office, or one in the virtual sphere, you can be sure that all of our crafty and unique experiences are the perfect Christmas party activities for bonding as a team!

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