Know your numbers
Not only should you set the budget, but tally up the number of guests you expect at your event and have that number in mind while touring venues. Be aware of the maximum capacity your chosen venue can hold.
The best place for your company holiday party is a location practical for everyone involved. Charming, out-of-the-way venues may look nice in photos, but issues of directions and parking can quickly arise. Larger, centrally-located venues with ample space for guests to park are the way to go. If your guest list includes out-of-towners, the last thing you want to do is send them on a wild goose chase. Choose a venue within close proximity to the hotels at which your guests will be lodging. A location that’s convenient and easily accessible will encourage people to attend your event.
Consider a unique venue
Sure, you could stick to hosting your company party at the office or decking the halls with your guests in your own living room, but that may not leave the impression you were hoping for. The ideal holiday party venue provides more than just an open space