A holiday party is always a great event for any company around the holiday season. Here are 4 important questions to help you choose your next holiday party venue.

How many Guests Can attend Your Holiday Party?

How many guests are you inviting to your holiday party? This is an important number to know. Create a guest list so that you will have an estimated number of people who are coming. This number will help you determine what venue want to choose. You will need to have some kind of number to gage when searching for the right event space.

Remember that the size of your venue is very important. If the room where the party is happening is too large, your event will feel empty. If it is too small, your event will feel cramped and even uncomfortable. You do not need to have an exact number, but take an estimated guess so you can make the right choice.

What Amenities and Services Are Included with the Venue?

One of the best things to do when selecting the perfect venue for your next holiday party is to visit the location in person. Pictures and videos are great, but you always want at least one person to solidify that the spot is just as great in real life.

When you visit the location, there are many great questions you can ask when it comes to what is offered with the package. Most locations will have furniture, tables, and chairs available. Some come at an extra cost while some are part of the deal. You will want to ask these types of questions to know what you will receive on the day of your event.

Here are some things you can ask the event staff about:

• What do the bathrooms look like?
• How many security agents will be present?
• What am I responsible to clean at the end of the night?
• Are tables and chairs included?
• Are tablecloths and chair covers included?

What Type of Atmosphere or Theme Does the Venue Offer?

For a Christmas party, you will most likely want to have some kind of theme attached to your party. A theme always helps bring life and character to any type of event. A theme helps guide the decorations, colors, food, and even the activities done at the party. Choose a theme! You will thank us later.

Having said that, when you are choosing a venue for your holiday party, you will want to make sure that spot can match your vibe. Will you be looking for a space to be transformed into Who-ville? Are you hoping to find a winter wonderland? Whatever your hopes and dreams, make sure the venue will allow your decoration needs.

Some venues will have lights and video screens to help set the mood. Check to see that your colors are available. All these things can be asked before you ever sign a contract to make sure you can do everything needed for your holiday party.

What Are the Parking and Accessibility Options?

Don't forget about the technical part of the party planning! Every venue will come with a unique set of challenges. You will want to be prepared for all these situations. Challenges are not bad, but you will want to know about them ahead of time so you can properly prepare.

Always ask about parking! If a venue does not have any options for parking, that is not a deal breaker automatically, but you will have to figure out what to do for your guests. Some locations will have a parking lot while others will have different options for your guests to choose from. Make sure you find out ahead of time so you can direct the people coming to your event.

You will also want to ask about accessibility in general. What is the flow of traffic? What doors will your guests come through when they first arrive? What is the first impression? How will vendors come into the venue? Is there an elevator if the event is on the 2nd floor? Asking these questions ahead of time can save you from a lot of pain later.

We hope this article helps you find the perfect holiday party for your organization. Here is another great article to point you in the right direction. Happy planning!

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What are the best venues for baby shower?
A: Baby showers are always so much fun! A simple Google search will lead you to many different options for a baby shower. Don't forget if you are inviting more than 40 guests, it's probably time to rent an event space instead of having the party in your home.

Q: How much should a person spend on engagement party venues?
A: The cost is really up to the bride and groom (or whoever is paying for it). However, remember that most of your budget should be saved for the actual wedding day. The engagement party can be on the smaller scale if needed.