12 Fun Winter Themed Party Ideas & How to Plan One (2024)
4. Celebrate the winter solstice
It’s the longest night of the year, so begin the long trek toward spring with a celebration to welcome back the sun! Peerspace offers a variety of venues and interactive spaces that allow the perfect opportunity to create and meditate.
One great option is the suburban upscale yoga studio and wellness center in Hoffman Estates, IL. It’s an open, spacious studio ideal for movement, meditation, and yoga retreats.
Dine on a menu of earth-focused foods among candlelight and sun symbols. Burn a yule log and make lanterns or luminaries. Have a DIY area for guests to design sun ornaments, homemade feeders for wild animals, or orange pomander to take home.
5. Have a sweet Valentine’s Day-inspired occasion
The holiday for lovers falls at the coldest time of year. Spin the idea that Valentine’s Day is just for couples with a romance-themed winter party! Invite friends for a gorgeous meal to celebrate the truest love of lasting friendship. If you’re celebrating with your SO, you can also create an aphrodisiac-themed menu that includes fresh herbs and berries, hot peppers, vanilla and coffee, and, of course, chocolate.
Bonus points if anyone can eat the cuisine with fingers or chopsticks! Decorate your space with candles and shades of red, of course, but make it unique with contrasting textures. Add Billie Holiday to the playlist and keep it fun!
6. Coldest-place-on-earth party
One of the most exciting and customizable winter-themed party ideas is to create your very own winter oasis! Book a cabin through Peerspace and pretend the venue is in the most wintry of climes (whether it actually is or not is your choice!) Then, embrace the theme the way locals do by braving the cold with an outing: try cross-country skiing, snow-shoe-in, or the family favorite — sled riding!
Move the party indoors for the foods that make real or imaginary sub-zero temps great. You can try Scandinavian fare of Swedish meatballs and gravlax, wild rice soup, fresh fruit pies, and fresh donuts with piping hot apple cider.
7. Blue party
Hold this event as a potluck to see how your friends envision “blue.” Start with foods that are blue in color — blue corn, blueberries, blue potatoes — and move to blue plate specials — meatloaf and mashed potatoes, homemade mac and cheese, and fried chicken and greens. Mix blue-hued cocktails like a blueberry basil martini, then bring in a group to play live rhythm and blues.
Of course, it goes without saying that guests should wear shades of blue, and you should book a blue Peerspace venue to limit your decorating while maximizing the fun! This downtown blue luxury suite in Los Angeles, CA should do the trick nicely.
Love this idea? Then check out more blue-themed party ideas here!
8. Host a cooking competition with your guests
Stock the kitchen, break into teams, choose an ingredient, and work your culinary magic. The best way to ensure it’s a surprise to everyone? Assign broad ingredient categories to each guest: grains, protein, sweets, and vegetables. A good sense of humor and a sense of adventure is required! Provide aprons and hats, and celebrate the winner by enjoying your creations. Loser has to do the dishes!
Host this event at a Peerspace home, loft, cabin, or penthouse so you can make use of a lovely kitchen in a stunning setting. One of our favorite suggestions is this Gatsby’s Gem Art Deco home in Oklahoma City, OK. It has tons of space for cooking and dining, with a beautiful kitchen to make your most delectable dishes.
9. Fondue party
Allow hours and hours to enjoy this DIY dinner party! Classic cheese fondue or variations on chocolate are always a hit, but try cooking in oil or hot broth and add a delicious protein to the menu.
Stemless wine glasses and comfortable clothes are a must. Set a low coffee table, throw pillows on the floor, and try your hand at fondue. Make it happen with ease when you book this modern bohemian loft with a feasting table and Caravana lounge in Los Angeles, CA. Book your fondue party here and all you’ll have to focus on is the food.
Don’t forget: tradition says that if your food falls off of your fondue stick into the pot, you have to kiss the person next to you.
Does your birthday fall during winter? Ensure your party still sizzles using our awesome winter birthday party ideas as your guide!
