Make the last night of the year the best one yet! Yes, 31 December is the perfect evening to forget about the troubles of the past year and to create one last special memory for the year. 

Get guests in the mood by creating a themed (hard copy or electronic) invitation for your New Year’s Eve party. Use a free tool like Canva to make an easy New Year’s Party invitation or get your children to draw a card to invite friends, neighbours and family to join in the fun! Plan your food, serve ware and décor around the theme and activities. 

Why not start a brand new tradition? You can host the same party every year!  

The key is to find activities that will keep everyone entertained until the clock strikes 12. Here are 8 party ideas from Maxwell & Williams South Africa that your guests will love:

A talent show

Tell jokes, do a dance, play an instrument, use wine glasses with water inside to play a song or perform a magic trick. This is something that young and old can be part of!  

Make your own pasta

Spend the last hours of 2022 with fettucine, ravioli and pappardelle!  “Delizioso!”

Flour, eggs, water, a pasta machine and you’ve got yourself a pasta evening! Assign a few guests to make a pasta sauce and the rest can get going on the pasta. 

Have a good ol’ dance party 

Wall flowers and those showing off on the dance floor will equally enjoy a dance party. Create an epic playlist and enjoy a night of dancing in pairs or solo dancing to the latest and greatest hits. 

Karaoke

Tonight is the night to bring out the Beyoncé, Michael Jackson or Dolly Parton in you! Don’t forget to throw in your favourite songs of the past year and those New Year’s Eve winners like Auld Lang Syne and ABBA’s Happy New Year. 

A murder mystery evening

Who does not love a good whodunnit? A perfect evening for an adult crowd. This is ideal for a group who will dress up and enjoy playing the characters as the evening unfolds. Find some free murder mysterygames online, opt for a paid-for, more pricey international version (guaranteed success) or more affordable local options from On The Case. 

Movie night

This one is for the couples and ladies who want to relax at home. Watch your favourite golden oldies until midnight, then pop the bubbly and light a sparkler!

80’s Dress Up

It’s time to play that 80’s mix tape as you welcome the New Year. Let the retro fun begin with big hair, neon tops and leg warmers. Remember the disco lights and party along to Madonna, Queen, Michael Jackson and LL Cool J. 

Scavenger Hunt

This is one for the younger guests. Create clues and watch as the kids find mini treasures around the house! Keep the prizes small and fun.  

Now that you have all the party ideas and planning done, all you have to do is to chill the sparkling wine or MCC, turn up the music and celebrate until it is time for the count down.

10…9… 8… 7… 6… 5… 4… 3… 2… 1… Happy New Year! 

 

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Maxwell & Williams understand how people use tableware. Since entering the market in 1995, the iconic Australian brand has offered something for every taste and occasion. The high-end ceramics, glass, stainless steel and acrylics are made of the finest materials, from the world’s leading manufacturers.  Traditionally know for white sets, Maxwell & Williams has expanded to offer over 2000 quality and affordable mix and match items. Maxwell & Williams is available in over 120 outlets in South Africa, Takealot.com, Yuppiechef.com and from the Maxwell & Williams online store.

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