The run-up to Christmas can be incredibly stressful, especially if you still have a lot of things left to organize. By now, your kids should be starting to look forward to the festive day which means that there is probably a lot of excitement and possibly chaos in your household! If you still have your Christmas party left to organize then you should start planning it as soon as possible. We’ve put together a list of tips to help you prepare for your event.

• Look online for party game ideas

You will need to have things to keep the kids entertained throughout the day so you should organize some fun party activities. There are thousands of online sites which offer game inspiration and many of them are easy to set up and play. Pinterest is a great starting point if you are looking for ideas and most are displayed with simple instructions, so you will be able to learn the rules before the day. There are also adult games available, so if you want to carry on the fun after the kids go to bed then you can!

• Lay the table in advance.

If you are having a sit-down meal then it is best to dress the table before the day of the party. This means that you can alter it as many times as you like, without being in a rush. There will be plenty of other things that you will need to do on the day of the party, so this is one less thing to worry about. The organization is key if you want your event to run smoothly.

• Invest in a caterer.

For those who want to avoid worry and stress, then investing in a caterer is a great option. An ideal choice for those in the Hertfordshire and Essex area is The Platter Company. They have a range of party platters available to suit all occasions, including sandwiches, antipasti, and international trays. No matter what the size of your group, they will be able to cater to the right amount of tasty food. They also deliver the food straight to your door so all that you need to do is put them out for people to help themselves to!

• Decorate!

Not only will this get your guests into the Christmas spirit but it is also a great bonding experience for you and your family. Dressing the tree, putting up the lights, and laying the table with crackers are probably the most fun things to do in the run-up to the big day, so get all of the family to help you. Why not put on some Christmas tunes so you can have a little boogie whilst decorating?

• Don’t do it all yourself, get others to help!

Don’t take on all of the tasks yourself as this will probably make you far more stressed than you need to be. If you have family and friends who can help you to prepare for the party, then get them to help with the preparations. Make a list of all the things that you need to do and allocate them to each of your assistants, even the kids!

The main thing to remember is to enjoy yourself! Everyone will appreciate the hard work which you have put into the event, no matter how it turns out. We hope you enjoy your party and the rest of the festive season!