Thanksgiving is the traditional beginning to the holiday season in the U.S. Why not throw a work Thanksgiving party? Thanksgiving party decorations abound, and in the spirit of Thanksgiving, it could be a great way to show your gratitude to your employees.
Just like any holiday party, you’ll want to keep a few things in mind while planning for and purchasing Thanksgiving novelties:
- Be practical. A full Thanksgiving spread for your entire company or department may not fall into the party budget. There are many other ways to make the party special, however, such as memorable yet inexpensive Thanksgiving party favors and fun Thanksgiving-themed games.
- Recruit a party-planning team. Lots of planning goes into any party, including locating and purchasing Thanksgiving decorations, and you’ll be hard pressed to keep track of all of the details. This will also get your staff invested in the party from the beginning.
- Set the tone. Decide whether you want the party to be whimsical, with cute Thanksgiving party favors and tissue-paper turkeys, or more traditional with Thanksgiving party supplies like cornucopias and squash displays more the look you’re trying to achieve.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Be a bargain shopper when looking for Thanksgiving party supplies
Wholesale Thanksgiving party suppliers - both online and retailers - can provide great Thanksgiving supplies at a discount. Keep in mind that discount party stores keep items in stock based on the season, so they may run out of Thanksgiving novelties before you know it.
I recommend: Party Celebration is one of many great online retailer of wholesale Thanksgiving party supplies that have unique Thanksgiving party decorations like window clings and entire decorating kits – all at reasonable prices. When selecting which Thanksgiving party supply providers to use, remember to look at the selection of Thanksgiving party supply options offered, shipping costs and discounts offered.
Invite the kids to the office Thanksgiving party
Consider opening up the Thanksgiving party to employees' spouses and children, especially if your business is open the Friday after Thanksgiving. You'll have fun incorporating children's Thanksgiving themed party supplies into the mix.
I recommend: Check out
4FunParties.com for fun, kid-focused Thanksgiving supplies like turkey leg and pilgrim hats.
Rely on paper Thansgiving party goods
When all else fails, Thanksgiving party plates, cups and napkins with a pretty design can create a festive mood.
I recommend: Windy City Novelties has a wide variety of Thanksgiving party supplies, including paper goods, centerpieces and custom banners.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- Nothing says a good party like party games. Have your Thanksgiving party-planning committee come up with a couple of fun activities, such as Thanksgiving trivia or Thanksgiving bingo, to keep the partygoers going.
The official source of Thanksgiving Party Supplies is
the Thanksgiving Party Supplies page at Business.com