Rockin' New Years Party Ideas
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Why not throw your own Rockin’ New Years party this year. There’s nothing better than ringing in the New Year with friends and family with a good party. New Years is the one time of year to get your invitations out early before people make other plans, and so people can arrange for babysitters if that is the case. With some planning you will have the best New Years. |
Why not throw your own Rockin’ New Years party this year. There’s nothing better than ringing in the New Year with friends and family with a good party. New Years is the one time of year to get your invitations out early before people make other plans, and so people can arrange for babysitters if that is the case. With some planning you will have the best New Years.
10. New Years Party Invitations
There are many gorgeous new year’s invitations that can match your theme and vibe you want to reflect your upcoming party. If you want to make homemade invitations consider creating an admission ticket, a scroll that at the top says “Hip Hip Hooray, let’s party in the New Year today” (include the date in large font), a classic design that says “Ring in the New Years with us”, “Cheers to the New Year” or “Kiss me at Midnight”.
Another way you can go with invitations is to create something digital or using technology. Sending out an Evite is a good way to involve your guests in what’s going on, who else is invited and who all is coming. Sending out a group text also works. Be clear in your information; for instance, time, place, etc. And of course make sure to include an RSVP deadline so that you can plan for how many people are coming to your fantastic party.
9. New Years Party Supplies and Decorations
- Think of your color theme you want to represent this party: I often think of black and white accented with gold and blush (which makes me think of champaign)
- Set the stage with lots of balloons (helium and balloon arches), streamers and even confetti.
- Remember new year’s is the theme, so hang a “HAPPY NEW YEARS” or “Pop the Bubbly” banner, use clocks in centerpieces (consider using antique mixed with modern clocks).
- Create a photo booth with fun party hats, cigarette holder, boas, jewelry, and of course some fun signage like “midnight is past my bedtime”, “that’s so last year”, “too perfect for resolutions”, “cheers to the new year”, etc.
- Have available lots of noise makers like party blowers, kazoos or even pots and pans or maybe even fireworks.
- Glow sticks and jewelry are also really fun to have.
- Decide on table settings and serving dishes. Paper products are nice because of easy clean up, however using real dishes is nicer for a more classier feel.
- Hang parchment paper and have guests write out their New Year's Resolutions. Fill in some ideas before the party starts to get this rolling.
- Have a guest book for everyone to sign their New Years wishes. This is great for the memory.
8. New Years Eve Party Attire
Do you want a theme for your party? Decorate to match, but better yet, dress to match. It’s fun to get dressed up for a party especially if everyone else does. This is a perfect party to have a semi to formal theme. Again maybe black and white, roaring 20s, or have something fun like a crazy hat party. You can even have a contest and have a rainbow theme. Your guests have to wear as many different colors as they can. Pretty in pink. Everyone dresses in pink. (or you choose your own color). This looks great for a photo. Black light party. Wear your fluorescent colors and lots of white. (Don't forget your lint roller). Have fun and go all out with your theme.
7. New Years Party Food
Finger food on a buffet table is a great way for the host to be able to party too. Preparing ahead of time may be some work, but once the food is out, other than checking in occasionally, the rest of the night is yours.
You may wish for your party to be catered. This needs more organizing beforehand and fantastic during the party. You can cater part or the whole thing. Often your company that you select will need to know a firm number of guests and your request of horderves, meal and dessert at the time of booking. They will also need to know if they are just dropping off the food or are they serving at the party.
Hosting a potluck is also an option. Don’t be afraid to ask your guests to share in bringing some of the snacks or host a potluck. Crock pots are also handy for meatballs or chili and keeping other food warm. Set up a chocolate fondue.
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Some easy snack ideas:
New Year’s Dessert Ideas:
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Some easy snack ideas:
- Charcuterie boards with meats, cheeses (gouda, brie, goat cheese, cheese ball), veggies, fruit, pickles, nuts, etc.
- Dips - veggies, fruits, chips, mini egg rolls, spring rolls
- Seafood sauce - shrimp ring, calamari rings, mozzarella sticks, bagel bites
- Spinach dip - pumpernickel bread, pita wedges,
- Salsa - nachos (in various forms - sheet pan open, sheet pan folded, rolled up)
- Snackables - pretzels, popcorn,
- Meats - wings, meat balls,
- Pizza
- Make your own sandwich buffet with lots of meat, cheese, tomato, pickles, onions etc. on buns or rolls is perfect for an end of the night snack.
New Year’s Dessert Ideas:
- Large jar full of New Year’s kisses
- Sugar cookies with a clock face
6. New Years Party Drinks
Have a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available. You can also buy Champagne or non-alcoholic sparkling beverages for toasting at midnight. Little drink jewelry is handy to help guests identify which glass is theirs.
Some Drinks to offer:
- Make sangria for all guests with lots of fruit in multiple glass pictures, and juice dispensers. This way you can easily inform guests of the drink contents.
- Set up a cocktail bar and serve virgin Shirley Temples, Cosmopolitans, Martinis, Pina Coladas,
- Make Strawberry Daiquiri with frozen concentrate and ice cubes or add real strawberries. Add vodka for those who can and are drinking.
- Offer some lemon and lime wedges, and for sure some fun drink umbrellas.
- Pink lemonade served in a champagne flute
- Make sure you have lots of selection of non-alcoholic options: sodas, juices, energy drinks, sparkling water, coffee, and tea.
5. New Years Party Music
Have a designated dj and preload all your choice songs into a playlist for the party. Set up a stage for your music station. Hang disco balls and a backdrop to fit your theme. If you wish, hire a band to play or hire a dj that spins. If you are adventurous, your guests could also sing some karaoke. Consider having some strobe lighting, black lights and a fog machine.
4. New Years Party Lights
Turn on some fun lights like twinkle lights, a lava lamp, led strip lights, or a black light. Spend a few dollars and install some dimmer switches. This is great for setting the mood (it saves electricity too). Light lots of candles.
3. New Years Party Games
Play some party games. This gets everyone involved and having a good time. Minute to win it games are quick and fun, which might get a reluctant guests involved. You can have multiple stations set up around the party and each guest has a passport to stamp at each minute to win it station. Pictionary and charades are both good group games or even twister. Set up a card table for playing cards, poker or some Casino games. You can even get a crocono board. Click here for a whole list of party games.
2. Housekeeping
Make sure your bathroom is fully stocked with all the necessities like toilet paper, soap and clean towels. Make up a little basket with mini mouthwash, deodorant, gum, breath mints, female products, and other little favors that you might find at a hotel or fancy restaurant. Stock up on ice by making it yourself or buying it. Have the “just in case” of extra drinks for thirsty guests. Clear your fridge out or designate one shelf for drinks. Or, have a cooler or big bowl with ice and a towel for drying off drinks. Clean out your front hall closet and have enough hangers for all your guests coats. Have a designated spot for shoes and boots as well. Make sure you also have posted the numbers for a local cab company and share ride options for your guests at the end of the night.
1. New Years Party Favours
Make or buy something nice to send home with your guests to remember the evening.
- A nice bottle of wine or Champagne with a homemade label
- Make a beaded bracelet with the year in it
- A picture frame with a group photo from the night
- A mason jar filled with a noise blower and midnight kisses
- “Ring in the new year” with a ring pop or a bell
- “Wishing good fortune in the New Year” with fortune cookies
Happy New Years
Bring the new year in by counting down from ten as a group. Have a big clock, or watch it on your favorite New Years TV show. Make sure you are standing near that someone special for the New Years kiss. However, if some of your guests came alone, have a group hug or something planned to make them feel loved. Have your party blowers and other noise makers ready, and bubbly on ice. Have enough champagne flutes for everyone and make a toast (fill with milk and add a cookie on top for younger guests). Fill them just before your countdown.
Do multiple countdowns depending on the ages of your guests. Some guests need to go to bed earlier than others and would appreciate an early ring in to the new year. Then you are still able to do another ring in at midnight as well.
Be a responsible host. Make sure everyone has a safe ride home or spends the night. Have a fun party and don’t sweat the small stuff. After all, it’s a brand new year.