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Christmas Party Out Decoration Ideas

It's that time of year when everyone is scrambling to find the perfect white elephant gift, the best Christmas cookie recipe and, of course, standout Christmas tree decorations or a fake Christmas tree. But in the midst of all of this holiday planning, chances are you probably haven't given much thought to Christmas party themes. Christmas calls for a celebration, and choosing a practical theme that will put guests into the holiday spirit is far from easy.

This year, make your Christmas party as exciting and interesting as possible with a unique theme that's easy enough to pull off. You can organize a party to showcase your friends' holiday cocktail-making skills, gather your besties for a festive brunch or keep it simple with a relaxing evening of s'mores by the fireplace. There's also a ton of creative ideas to delight the kids in your life — think gingerbread house decorating, Christmas storybook time or a fondue-making bash. And don't forget about an elegant but fun get together for your work buddies at the office.

Now that the holiday season is in full swing, think about how you can take your Christmas party to the next level this time around. Even if you're not celebrating with people in person at your home, the right theme can work just as well for a a virtual zoom party.

Ready to start party planning? Click through for our editors' favorite Christmas party themes that are guaranteed to be way better than yet another ugly holiday sweater party.

1 Party Theme: Holiday Card Party

It's pretty easy to find some creative store-bought cards these days, but there's still room to take things up a notch for Christmas. Invite your besties to make their own set of holiday cards with an assortment of festive embellishments — washi tape, colorful yarn, buttons, you name it.

SHOP WASHI TAPE

RELATED: 50+ Best DIY Christmas Cards for Handmade Holiday Greetings

2 Party Theme: Mini Tree Decorating Bash

Round up all of your extra Christmas ornaments, ribbon and garland for a fun-filled afternoon of decorating mini Christmas trees.

SHOP MINI TREES

3 Party Themes: Toy Shopping

Remember how much fun you had as a kid shopping for toys during the holiday season? Tap into that same level of excitement to organize a toy shopping day with friends. Then, decide on a local charity to gift your haul to.

SHOP TOYS

4 Party Theme: Letter Writing Party

There's nothing like opening a handwritten letter from someone you love, especially during the holidays. You and a few friends can set aside time to write letters to special people in your lives. Just don't miss the opportunity to decorate the mailing envelopes while you're at it!

SHOP ENVELOPES

RELATED: Here's What to Write in a Christmas Card This Year

5 Party Theme: Dinner Recipe Showdown

6 Party Theme: Donut Decorating

Since you can never have too many sweets, invite friends over for a donut decorating session. They won't even think about their favorite holiday cookie recipe.

SHOP DONUT BAKING PAN

7 Party Theme: Candle-Making Session

Gather your decor-obsessed friends to take part in a holiday candle-making lesson. Be sure to have holiday-appropriate essential oils, like peppermint and cinnamon, on hand to stay on theme.

SHOP ESSENTIAL OILS

8 Party Theme: Christmas Tea Party

A dinner party isn't the only way to celebrate the holiday season. A holiday tea gathering with loved ones can be just as fun too. Invite guests to come in their favorite holiday ensembles to enjoy cups of seasonal tea and small bites.

SHOP TEA

9 Party Theme: Brunch-mas

10 Party Theme: Wreath Making Party

Have a crafty crew? Get together to make decorated wreaths for your front doors.

SHOP ORNAMENTS

11 Party Theme: Fireside Hangout

S'mores aren't just for summer campfires! Get a nice toasty fire in your fireplace, and enjoy some indoor s'mores.

SHOP GRAHAM CRACKERS

12 Party Theme: Fondue for a Few

Is there any better way to warm up on a cold day than by enjoying dipping your favorite foods in hot cheese and chocolate? We think not. Have a little DIY fondue action by using a fondue pot (you can also do mini individual fondue pots).

SHOP FONDUE POTS

13 Party Theme: Christmas Gift Cast-Off

Every year you're bound to be given a gift that, well, you wouldn't have bought for yourself. However, one of your friends just may love it! Set up a White Elephant exchange were everyone proudly re-gifts one present they received this year (just make sure the original gifter doesn't know anyone in the group!).

SHOP WRAPPING PAPER

14 Party Theme: Holiday Talent Show

Have a secret talent? Show it off with an impromptu talent show — with Christmas carols aplenty. Don't forget the Santa hats and reindeer headbands.

SHOP SANTA HAT

15 Party Theme: Ladies Night

Let's face it — the holiday can be stressful. Gather your closest friends for a night to unwind, drink wine, listen to music and unwind with some homemade face masks.

SHOP WINE GLASSES

16 Party Theme: Reverse Christmas in July

The beachgoers among us are familiar with Christmas in July, a midsummer excuse to celebrate with some yuletide cheer. Bring that summer vacation vibe to the holiday vacation by firing up the hot tub and playing T he Beach Boys' Christmas album. Party guests should bring their most festive swimsuits!

SHOP SWIMSUIT

17 Party Theme: Characters of Christmas

Costume parties aren't just for Halloween. There are plenty of recognizable and easy-to-recreate characters to choose from, like Santa, Santa's elves, Scrooge or even a busy working woman who winds up falling in love with a town obsessed with Christmas (hello, Hallmark Christmas movies!).

SHOP SANTA COSTUME

18 Party Theme: 12 Days of Dip

19 Party Theme: Christmas Pajama Party

20 Party Theme: Ho Ho Ho-down

21 Party Theme: Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire

Nat King Cole was right about one thing, there is something magical about roasted chestnuts around Christmas. Packed with Vitamin C, they're also a healthy treat. Try roasting your own with friends these holiday season (though they're equally delicious pre-roasted).

SHOP CHESTNUTS

22 Party Theme: DIY Christmas Ornaments

Turn one of your plain, old tree ornaments into something meaningful by personalizing them with your friends over a glass of wine and some great snacks.

SHOP ORNAMENTS

23 Party Theme: Christmas Cookie Swap

24 Party Theme: Gingerbread House Contest

Show off your gum drop decorating skills with a friendly gingerbread house-making competition. If you're looking for inspiration, some of these houses take it to the next level.

SHOP GINGERBREAD HOUSE KIT

25 Party Theme: Pet Party

Why should our furry friends miss out on all of the fun? You and your pet-parent friends can dress up your pooch for what might be the most adorable party of all time.

SHOP PET HOLIDAY COSTUME

26 Christmas Carol-oke

All the fun of caroling without annoying your neighbors. Rent a room at your local karaoke bar, and sing along to these Christmas songs all night.

27 Party Theme: Worst Present Party

You won't be jealous of anyone's presents at this gift swap. Make your friends laugh with a hilariously bad gift exchange. Who can come up with the weirdest pick?

28 Party Theme: Cocktails for Christmas

29 Party Theme: Reindeer Games

30 Party Theme: Hot Cocoa Exchange

Everyone makes hot chocolate a little differently, so try out your friends' recipes with a hot chocolate potluck. Besides the traditional just "add water" kind, there are plenty of fun flavors that might surprise you.

SHOP HOT CHOCOLATE

31 Party Theme: A Christmas Story

After all, Christmas is a time for giving back. Invite guests to bring their favorite Christmas themed story book, and then donate them to a local school, daycare or library.

SHOP CHRISTMAS STORY BOOK

32 Party Theme: Christmas Movie Marathon

33 Party Theme: That's a Wrap!

Wrapping Christmas presents is one of those annoying but unavoidable seasonal chores. Make it fun by inviting some friends over so you can hang out and gab while you all wrap together.

SHOP CHRISTMAS RIBBONS

34 Party Theme: Christmas in Vegas

If your friends like to try their luck, host a Las Vegas themed party with card games and prizes. Just don't bet any Christmas presents.

SHOP PLAYING CARDS

35 Party Theme: Holiday Trivia

Test your pals' Christmas knowledge by breaking them up into teams and seeing who can name all of Santa's reindeer (or determine what "Jingle Bells" was first written about).

36 Party Theme: Ice Skating Adventure

You don't have to be Adam Rippon to enjoy this one. Lace up your skates and book some time at your local ice rink for you and your friends.

SHOP ICE SKATES

37 Party Theme: Beers and Cheers

If you don't have the space to host, or you just don't want to clean up afterwards, try organizing a local bar crawl for your friend group.

38 Party Theme: Favorite Things

Ask your friends to figure out what a few of their favorite things are, and then get together to have a pollyanna swap. You'll walk away with something amazing and learn more about your friends' interests in the process.

39 Party Theme: Après-Ski Party

So you couldn't make it to the Alps this year. That's okay — with a couple of touches like faux-fur rugs and blankets, rustic wooden serving dishes and a roaring fireplace, you and your Fair Isle sweater-wearing guests will feel like you've just gotten off the slopes.

SHOP FAUX FUR THROW

40 Party Theme: Christmas Lights Tour

There's always that neighbor who puts everyone else's Christmas lights to shame. Take your friends on a tour of your area's most magnificently over-the-top Christmas lights. If you really want to make it special, consider renting a car or a limo.

SHOP CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

As an Editorial Fellow for Good Housekeeping, Katie covers health, beauty, home, and pop culture.

Senior Home Editor, Good Housekeeping Monique Valeris is the senior home editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers decorating ideas, home tours, gift guides and more.

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Christmas Party Out Decoration Ideas

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