I think we’d all love a night out on the town every now and then. And New Year’s Eve would be a great night to spend out in Birmingham. But, if the sitter’s busy and you just can’t leave the house, why not throw your own New Year celebration in the comfort of your own home! Here are some fun ideas to make it a cherished moment and maybe even a new tradition!
- Decorate, decorate, decorate! This might as well be as fun as it can be, so load up on balloons and streamers. To keep it budget-friendly, limit it to one room.
- Food. Think fun, finger food that’s a little out of the norm – for me this means a step up (or two) from pizza bagel bites. Wait a minute, who am I kidding – my kids would love bagel bites for appetizers!
- Drinks!. While the adults can enjoy their favorite champagne concoction, let the kids in on the fun with their own special drinks – try this Cotton Candy Shirley Temple – it will be the hit of the party!
- Atmosphere – keep it fun. Set up some games that are kid-friendly – pin the tail on the donkey, cornhole, card & board games – after all, the kids are going to have to try to stay up until midnight, better keep them occupied!
- Another fun activity would be to construct your family time capsule for 2015 – pictures, mementos – your imagination is the limit. This will be a fun thing to look back on at your next family New Year party!
- Have the pre-ball-drop show on the television & have some fun music playing softly in the background. And dare we say it… dance-off!
- Make it a pajama-party! The kids might make it until midnight, but in case they don’t – they’re ready to nod off and wake up in 2016.
- Party hats – buy a plain colored version and let the kids spend part of their evening decorating them! Don’t forget the glue, glitter, markers and whatever else you’d like.
- Have the camera out and document! After all, these are the days….
- And if you do all make it to midnight – don’t forget a great big family hug to ring in the New Year right!
Do you celebrate out or in when it comes to the New Year?
Great tips! Happy New Year and, most importantly, Cheers!!
Cheers!!! Welcome 2010!
Great ideas! Happy New Year!
Good ideas!