Kick-Start your Holiday Party Planning

The Holiday season is upon us, and planning a great holiday party can be fun but stressful. It's only natural to want to plan a fun and memorable event for all your guests. Don't stress there are some helpful and easy steps to follow to create and prepare for an unforgettable holiday party.

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Before you start planning, always consider the number of people you want to invite, what type of food you will be serving, and if you wish to implement a theme. Once you've answered these questions, the planning can commence.

Food or Food?

It's no guessing that food is one of the essential components to having a successful event or party. Whether you are serving appetizers, casual dining, or a buffet, knowing what you will be serving your guests is essential. If you plan on hosting a large guest list, looking for a great caterer might be the easier option. It's important that if you are interested in booking someone to cater your party, start planning now so you can reserve with enough time. During the holiday season it's not uncommon for catering businesses or any rental business to get booked out quickly.

If you are expecting a smaller crowd making some easy dishes might be the best bet for your holiday party. Home-cooked meals are always special, and if you aren't expecting a big crowd, cooking a couple of dishes can be the star on-top to make your holiday party that more special. Don't know where to start? Here are a couple of ideas or options for your holiday dinner menu:

Do-it-yourself dinner options:

• Mac 'n Cheese: Classic, simple, and you can make a lot of it without making a dent in your wallet.
• Sweet Potato Casserole: This might be a bit more of a dessert, but it makes for a great side dish, and people will love it.
• Honey/Glazed Ham: You can get any sized ham at your local grocery store but make it your own. Add simple toppings like honey, cranberry sauce, or brown sugar to give a delicious twist to your holiday ham.
• Loaded Mashed Potatoes: You can't go wrong with some delicious mashed potatoes. Loaded mashed potatoes will have your guests going for seconds (or even thirds). After adding all the essentials to classic mashed potatoes, add in chopped bacon, cheddar cheese, and some scallions.

Table setup, chairs, and linen might also be a question that needs to be answered. Magic Jump Rentals has a selection of tables, chairs, and linens for you to choose from. Whether it's a party of 50 or a party of 10, we have party rentals to suit your event perfectly.

Want something different for your holiday party, check out some of Magic Jump Rentals LED furniture. The multi-colored furniture will set the vibe for the night.

To have a theme or not to have a theme, that is the question?

Adding a theme to your holiday party might be a given, but sometimes you want to do things differently and add in a bit more detail to the event. A classic holiday party with Christmas trees, red and green lights and decor, can be the easy front runner for your event's theme. But there are other simples themes that you can incorporate to your party that can make an extraordinary difference.

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Winter Wonderland: Don't have snow? No problem. You can still bring a Winter Wonderland to your event with easy DIY projects.

1. For Indoor setup: Use white or light grey linens for all your tables and use white chairs for seating. For a delicate and simple centerpiece idea, buy some fake snow or a snow blanket from any craft store and spread it out across the middle of the table, add some white glitter over the top. You can add some white, silver or gold candles in the center in a clear vase to create an enchanting look. Use silver and white serving dishes to really make your dinner pop.
2. For Outdoor setup: Add some white lights to the outside where you will be hosting your party. Align the space with lights on the porch, inside a tent or along the walls. Use white linens for all your tables and use white chairs for seating. You can use white candles or tea lights throughout all the tables to give a white, winter wonderland look. Add some cut out snowflakes throughout your outdoor setup to give it an extra touch. Add snowflakes to the table and you can also create centerpieces using the same steps as the indoor setup.
3. For more Winter Wonderland ideas check out this Pinterest board.

If you want to go one step further, check out Magic Jump Rentals Inflatable Snow Globe. Great for photo ops for your holiday party.

Happy Holidays

Magic Jump Rentals wants you to have a great holiday party, hassle-free and fun. If you have any questions or you want to check the availability of rentals for an upcoming event, visit our website or call us at (800)873-8989.