Company & Office Party Ideas #2 - The Winter BBQ

This part of the winter can get pretty tedious up in the northern regions of the U.S.  No doubt the entire country, however, finds itself restless for the more carefree days of summer.  We still have to wait it out, but a respite from winter, if only for the afternoon, could be just what the doctor ordered.  Today’s company and office party idea is: The Wintertime BBQ!

If it’s within the company budget, consider having your lunchtime barbeque catered.  Bring in a caterer who can set up classic summertime picnic fare, or go whole hog and have a pig roast.

Is a caterer a little too steep on the budget?  No problem.  Go with a potluck and encourage everyone to contribute their favorite summer dish.  Set up grills in the parking lot and serve hot dogs and hamburgers with all the fixings.  Tell coworkers they can wear their Hawaiian shirts, sunglasses, and straw hats that day if they wish.  While everyone’s eating, play some Beach Boys tunes or luau music.  Try covering the tables with red and white checkered tablecloths and string colorful patio lights over the potluck table.  Prop up a beach umbrella in one corner and put a lawn chair and a cooler filled with beverages beneath the umbrella.

Offering  a few door prizes always livens things up, and it’s also the perfect opportunity to publicly recognize the outstanding achievements of individuals or teams with plaques or awards.  For the door prizes, stay with the summer theme.  Try items such as this folding chair with a built-in cooler beneath and your company logo on the chair back.  Or how about a backpack filled with all the necessities for the winner to have their own picnic?  If you want to keep things economical, go with items such as company tees and hats, gardening and yard tools, and tailgating accessories.

Waiting for warmer weather doesn’t have to be a drag.  Anticipate it in a fun and social manner with afternoon of summertime food and good times at your own company or office party!  Who knows, you may just encourage the sun to heat things up early this year.  Now, there’s something to appreciate!

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