Holiday Office Party Ideas When You’re Working Remotely

The holidays are quickly approaching and that means the return of the traditional office party. However, many people choose to work remotely, though not necessarily from home. Coworking spaces provide individual workspace in an office setting without the constant distractions from inconsiderate roommates or adorable dogs demanding pets. 

The US is the global leader in coworking spaces, with 80 million square feet of flexible workspace. Coworking spaces allow people from various professions to collaborate and network. 

Working remotely doesn’t have to mean missing out on the fun of office parties. Check out these six remote holiday party ideas. 

Ugly Sweater Contest 

You don’t have to see an ugly sweater in person to appreciate its homeliness. What started out as a joke has now become a serious competition! Remote workers show up on camera in their ugliest holiday sweaters and compete for the prize of bragging rights. 

Secret Gift Swap 

Exchanging gifts remotely is easier than ever with online retailers and virtual gift cards. This party idea needs someone to volunteer as a planner to draw the names and mail any physical gifts to the correct address. Gifts are opened together during an online party.     

Holiday Movie Costume Party 

Everyone has a favorite holiday movie. Some can’t get enough of classics like “It’s A Wonderful Life” while the more modern “Elf” year-round. Instead of an ugly sweater contest, remote workers could dress in a costume from their favorite holiday movie and let their coworkers guess the movie. 

Gingerbread House Contest

What are the holidays without building a gingerbread house? Kits are readily available at most retailers. For this idea, workers can gather together online to build their kits together or convene later with the finished product. Small gift cards can be awarded to the most creative, the best-looking, and any other categories of your choosing. 

Holiday Bingo Night

Who doesn’t love a good game of bingo? Put a holiday twist on the beloved game with holiday bingo cards by replacing numbers with phrases, such as “Wrote a letter to Santa” or “Has a real tree.” Customize and download up to 30 holiday bingo cards here.  

Cocktail Party 

 Here’s a no-fuss, no-muss virtual holiday party idea. Over cocktails, remote workers can share their funniest holiday memories. Bonus points for photographic evidence! 

Virtual parties are a great alternative for remote workers. But if you want to gather in person, flexible workspaces such as Minds CoWork offers event space to rent for holiday parties or any social event. Contact us today—we look forward to serving your coworking and rental space needs.