{"id":25134,"date":"2022-01-11T10:43:55","date_gmt":"2022-01-11T16:43:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/?p=25134"},"modified":"2026-02-09T10:43:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T16:43:10","slug":"4-fun-and-professional-work-party-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/4-fun-and-professional-work-party-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Fun and Professional Work Party Ideas for Your Next Company Event"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"last-updated entry-meta\">Last updated on February 9, 2026<\/p><br>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ve been given the task of planning your next work party. Lucky you! In addition to cultivating coworker relationships, work parties are also a fun way to celebrate a new acquisition or blow off some steam after a particularly demanding quarter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No matter the reason for your workday soiree, when planning a work party, you must strike a balance between fun and professional. So, how do you throw a company party that perfectly threads the needle?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide is here to help: We\u2019ll go over some of the main factors you should consider when planning the event and include some creative work party ideas so you\u2019ll be ready to plan the perfect party for your hardworking team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-work-party-considerations\">Work party considerations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s face it, a work party isn\u2019t the same as a normal social gathering. Company event ideas are a bit more involved than just texting your friends to meet at the local bar. You need to consider what your company is about and make sure that your party doesn\u2019t clash with any company values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But you also still want to keep things fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s go over a few of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indeed.com\/career-advice\/career-development\/plan-an-office-party\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">things you should consider<\/a> before you even start compiling a list of work social event ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Theme<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not all parties need a theme. Depending on the reason for the party, something casual like a happy hour may suffice. However, a theme can build excitement and provide an opportunity to involve your coworkers. Invite them to provide a few ideas and put the final theme up to a vote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A few examples of fun and professional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quill.com\/content\/index\/resource-center\/office-snacks-coffee\/tips-and-tricks\/how-to-throw-themed-office-parties-coworkers-actually-enjoy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">themes<\/a> for your work party include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Movies <\/strong>\u2013 Who doesn\u2019t love movies? You can set up a screening, bring a movie to work, or just design your party with certain movies in mind. You can even invite coworkers to come to the party as their favorite movie characters.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gift exchange<\/strong> \u2013 An office <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/christmas-gift-exchange-ideas\/\">gift exchange<\/a> is a great way to bring people together and build team unity, especially around the holidays. It also provides coworkers with an opportunity to get to know each other. Just be clear about the budget for each gift and make sure it\u2019s affordable for all involved.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Games <\/strong>\u2013 Board games, trivia, card games \u2014 there are endless possibilities you can incorporate into company culture event ideas. Games have a way of loosening people up and creating a fun and friendly atmosphere.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Talent show<\/strong> \u2013 Encourage your coworkers to show off their skills with a workday talent show. Whether they\u2019re playing their latest guitar riff or juggling a few clubs, your team is bound to have a fun-filled day headlining their crafts.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Budget<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A lot of what you\u2019re able to do with your work party will be determined by your budget. Outside venues will cost more than parties held at the office. Catering costs more than a potluck dinner.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You want your party to feel respectable and fun without going over budget or having people question whether funds would have been better spent elsewhere.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re budgeting for a sophisticated holiday party, it\u2019s generally appropriate to allot $75 per head. However, your budget will greatly depend on your theme, date, and location.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-entertainment\">Entertainment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A great way to amp up your party is to bring in outside entertainment\u2014it provides a fun addition and plenty of conversation material. When planning entertainment, make sure it\u2019s suitable for a work environment. Some work-appropriate entertainment options include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/Solo-Musicians\/Singing-Guitarist?locations-redirect=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Live music<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/Magic\/Comedy-Magician?location-redirect=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Magician<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/Motivational-Speakers\/Business-Entrepreneurial-Speaker?locations-redirect=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Professional speaker<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/quick-quote\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"585\" data-attachment-id=\"44205\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/4-fun-and-professional-work-party-ideas\/work-party-cta\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Work-Party-CTA.png?fit=1200%2C600&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,600\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Work Party CTA\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Work-Party-CTA.png?fit=1200%2C600&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Work-Party-CTA.png?resize=1170%2C585&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Book entertainment for your work party on GigSalad!\" class=\"wp-image-44205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Work-Party-CTA.png?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Work-Party-CTA.png?resize=768%2C384&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-date-and-location\">Date and location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s one thing that\u2019s absolutely essential to a successful work party \u2014 your coworkers. To that end, it\u2019s important to choose an available date and location for your party to make sure your entire team is able to attend.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When choosing a date, be sure to keep in mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Work concerns<\/strong> \u2013 This is a work party, but it shouldn\u2019t be <em>about work<\/em>. Avoid times where there are looming deadlines or large projects. Scheduling your party for stress-free times will help people relax and have fun.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time of year<\/strong> \u2013 Beach parties might be fun, but not in the winter. Also, holiday parties are great, but you don\u2019t want to cut into people\u2019s family plans. Some venues may also be booked up in the winter or summer months. Be mindful of these considerations to ensure everyone on your team is happy and excited about the event, and free to attend.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time of week or day<\/strong> \u2013 You don\u2019t want your party to go too late if everyone needs to be back at work in the morning. You also may not want to throw an early morning party coming straight out of the weekend. If your company values a work-life balance, schedule the party during work hours on a Friday afternoon. Or, opt for a weekend celebration if your team needs to finish up large projects during the week.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Location is also important to consider\u2014while an office party may result in larger attendance levels, it may also be fun to get away from the daily grind within a beautiful venue. When choosing your location, remember to incorporate the opinions of your team and provide transportation options if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-food-and-drink\">Food and drink<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What\u2019s a party without food and refreshments? This is an area where you can elevate your event with tasty treats and scrumptious snacks. Whether it\u2019s homemade, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/Event-Services\/Caterer?location-redirect=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">catered<\/a>, at a restaurant, or straight from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/Event-Services\/Food-Truck?location-redirect=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">food truck<\/a>, your food choices can transform your party and make it memorable for years to come.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Equally as important as food are the drinks you serve. If you\u2019re having an out-of-office party, host a happy hour at a local winery or pub where your team can sip on delicious cocktails or savor aromatic IPAs. Consider tailoring your libations to the party\u2019s theme, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a happy hour doesn\u2019t align with your company values, you can still incorporate creative mocktails into the day\u2019s events to infuse the day with merriment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/how-to-plan-a-company-party\/\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"488\" data-attachment-id=\"44202\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/exciting-corporate-events\/how-to-plan-a-company-party-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/How-to-Plan-a-Company-Party.png?fit=1200%2C500&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,500\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"How to Plan a Company Party\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/How-to-Plan-a-Company-Party.png?fit=1200%2C500&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/How-to-Plan-a-Company-Party.png?resize=1170%2C488&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"GigSalad blog post: How to Plan a Company Party That Fits Your Team\" class=\"wp-image-44202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/How-to-Plan-a-Company-Party.png?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/How-to-Plan-a-Company-Party.png?resize=768%2C320&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83e\udd70 <strong>Show your team some love! <\/strong>Employee Appreciation Day is the first Friday of March, so plan something special with these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/employee-appreciation-ideas\/\">unique employee appreciation ideas<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-work-party-ideas\">Work party ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you\u2019ve considered the work party logistics, let\u2019s get into four company party ideas that are both fun and professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-cooking-class\">1. Cooking class<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cooking classes are a tasteful way to bring your team together. You and your team can learn new kitchen skills in a welcoming environment, work as a team, and feast on a delightful meal together.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are a number of ways to organize a cooking class, depending on where you are located. Many locations have sites dedicated to cooking lessons, restaurants that hold classes, and on-the-go <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/Event-Services\/Personal-Chef?location-redirect=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">chefs<\/a> who will come to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, classes can be a great way to involve your coworkers in the planning process when it comes to things like choosing the cuisine and the specific menu you will be making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" data-attachment-id=\"25200\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/4-fun-and-professional-work-party-ideas\/students-in-cookery-class-mixing-ingredients-for-recipe-in-kitchen-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1194472286.jpg?fit=2121%2C1414&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"2121,1414\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;3.2&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;Getty Images\/iStockphoto&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;Canon EOS-1D X Mark II&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Students In Cookery Class Mixing Ingredients For Recipe In Kitchen&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1566391490&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;63&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;320&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.005&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Students In Cookery Class Mixing Ingredients For Recipe In Kitchen&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Students In Cookery Class Mixing Ingredients For Recipe In Kitchen\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Students In Cookery Class Mixing Ingredients For Recipe In Kitchen&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1194472286.jpg?fit=2121%2C1414&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1194472286.jpg?resize=1170%2C780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Cooking class with co-workers\" class=\"wp-image-25200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1194472286.jpg?w=2121&amp;ssl=1 2121w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1194472286.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1194472286.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1194472286.jpg?resize=2048%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-scavenger-hunt\">2. Scavenger hunt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A scavenger hunt is a unique team-building idea that gets people out of the office and into the world. You can organize the hunt yourself or hire a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/Variety\/Scavenger-Hunt-Party\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scavenger hunt expert<\/a> to devise a perfectly fun (and professional) out-of-office quest.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hosting a workplace scavenger hunt can encourage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Friendly competition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooperation and bonding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Problem-solving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Encourage your whole team to participate, and even consider awarding the winning team with a prize, such as spa day gift certificates or personalized care packages. Following the scavenger hunt, host a celebratory after-party filled with small bites and refreshments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" data-attachment-id=\"25201\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/4-fun-and-professional-work-party-ideas\/friends-through-the-city\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-603318908.jpg?fit=2121%2C1414&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"2121,1414\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;6.3&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;Getty Images\/iStockphoto&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;Canon EOS-1D X&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;A happy group of friends smile as they walk through the city together. They are carrying their bags and digital tablets on a break from university.&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1443443973&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;DGLimages&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;90&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;250&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.004&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Friends through the city&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Friends through the city\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;A happy group of friends smile as they walk through the city together. They are carrying their bags and digital tablets on a break from university.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-603318908.jpg?fit=2121%2C1414&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-603318908.jpg?resize=1170%2C780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Scavenger hunt team building event\" class=\"wp-image-25201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-603318908.jpg?w=2121&amp;ssl=1 2121w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-603318908.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-603318908.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-603318908.jpg?resize=2048%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-office-awards\">3. Office awards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fans of <em>The Office<\/em> may remember The Dundies, an annual award show hosted by Michael Scott himself. We\u2019re not advocating for anything quite that silly, but certainly, some silliness is welcome.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In general, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/award-ceremony\/\">office awards<\/a> are a nice way to reward workers and acknowledge their achievements, and they can function very well within a budget. Find an appropriate space, provide some flavorful fare, and celebrate your team in style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" data-attachment-id=\"25206\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/4-fun-and-professional-work-party-ideas\/selfie-with-a-trophy\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1079553490.jpg?fit=2121%2C1414&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"2121,1414\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;Getty Images&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;Canon EOS 5D Mark IV&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Large group of happy business people having fun while taking a selfie with winning trophy in the office.&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1522493950&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;85&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;100&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0015625&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Selfie with a trophy!&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Selfie with a trophy!\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;Large group of happy business people having fun while taking a selfie with winning trophy in the office.&lt;\/p&gt;\n\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1079553490.jpg?fit=2121%2C1414&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1079553490.jpg?resize=1170%2C780&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Office awards and trophies\" class=\"wp-image-25206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1079553490.jpg?w=2121&amp;ssl=1 2121w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1079553490.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1079553490.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.gigsalad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/iStock-1079553490.jpg?resize=2048%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-karaoke-night\">4. Karaoke night\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Karaoke is a classic for a reason. It provides a relaxed atmosphere in which coworkers can let loose and enjoy many lively musical selections. It\u2019s a fun bonding activity that also lets the wallflowers of the office hang back if they don\u2019t feel comfortable performing. When planning a karaoke night, you have a few options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Karaoke bar<\/strong> \u2013 Plenty of bars offer karaoke nights. Putting together an outing is as easy as planning a time and making sure people know where to go. Be wary, though; karaoke nights can get crowded.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Private room <\/strong>\u2013 Want to avoid the crowds? If you have the budget, rent a private karaoke room to allow your group to let loose without the pressure of feeling that they\u2019re performing for the public. Most locales will have food and drink options, too.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>DIY <\/strong>\u2013 Rent a karaoke machine or hire a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/Disc-Jockeys-DJs\/Karaoke-MC-DJ?location-redirect=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">karaoke DJ<\/a> and let loose in the office. To make things a bit more professional, you can even rent a projector to help the whole office see the lyrics. Hire a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gigsalad.com\/Event-Services\/Bartender?location-redirect=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bartender<\/a> or make your own food and drinks in the office kitchen. 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However, that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t have a little fun along the way. Hopefully, these ideas have got your brain working, and you\u2019re already jotting down some party prospects.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No matter what theme, location, or cuisine you choose, GigSalad can help turn your ideas into reality.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you book musical acts, entertainers, speakers, or bartenders through us, you\u2019re guaranteed amazing service, payment protection, and hassle-free refunds if anything goes awry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, what are you waiting for? Start planning your next work party, and when you\u2019re ready, enlist our help to find the perfect entertainment to make your celebration the best one yet!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" id=\"h-book-something-unforgettable-for-your-work-party-find-the-best-performers-musicians-and-service-providers-on-gigsalad\">Book something unforgettable for your work party! 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