Holiday Parties

You don't have to be Irish to kick up your heels and have some fun on St. Patrick's Day! Gather the wee lads and lasses and celebrate with these Irish-inspired party ideas. ...

Multicultural Winter PartyAs our culture becomes increasingly diverse, it's no longer appropriate to assume "the winter holidays" means Christmas. Instead of trying to decide which holiday to observe at your December party, celebrate all of them!...

Halloween Costume Party The classic Halloween Party, a costume party, encourages even the most boring adults to find their inner children, dressing up in costumes that range from silly to spectacular. You'll Need Ingredients for each of the reci...

Alternative Holiday CelebrationsIf you're tired of throwing parties on traditional holidays, plan a party for a seldom-celebrated special day, such as one of the following (all of which are real observances!): Trivia Day (January 4)—Games night,...

Labor Day Picnic Although you might be tempted to spend Labor Day doing anything but labor, a picnic is a nice way to gather with friends without breaking (much of) a sweat. Instead of planning another barbecue or beach party, head for the park, ...

Independence Day Block PartyEven if fireworks are illegal in your area, chances are good that at sundown, your neighbors still congregate outside, hoping to see some fire in the sky. This year, make it official with a neighborhood block party. Be...

May Day Dessert PartyTraditionally observed by dancing around a maypole or anonymously gifting someone with a basket of flowers, May Day is the perfect holiday for hosting a dessert party. Because May Day is no longer celebrated with traditional ...

St. Patrick's Day Progressive PartyIt always seems that every bar in town has something special going on for St. Patrick's Day. This year, instead of limiting your fun to one spot, check out several by hosting a progressive party. You'll Need A c...