Plan Holiday Celebration
Complete step-by-step checklist to plan holiday celebration covering select holiday theme & decor and create food shopping list, and essential action items.
Select holiday theme & decor
Choose party theme, colors, and purchase decorations
Create food shopping list
Plan holiday meals and buy ingredients in advance
Buy and wrap gifts
Purchase holiday gifts early and wrap them nicely
Clean and set dining area
Clean common areas and set dining table before holiday
Schedule holiday photos
Arrange camera or phone tripod for family group photos
Confirm holiday guest list
Send invitations to relatives and friends early
Send far-away cards/gifts
Mail holiday cards and packages to relatives overseas early
Plan holiday party games
Prepare holiday trivia, card games, or gift exchanges
Arrange holiday trash pickup
Confirm trash pickup dates since holidays change schedules
Set holiday budget cap
Define total spending limit for food, gifts, and decor
Check local store opening hours
Confirm if grocery stores close early on holiday eve
Prepare guest coat closet area
Clear hangers and shelves to hold visitor winter jackets