Okay, so everyone who lives in an apartment community is typically invited to a holiday party if their management company is throwing one. But rarely are residents inclined to go. There are a couple reasons, to say the least, but let’s focus on the reasons why they should want to go! And what management companies can do for residents to want to go! Take a look at our tips….
1. Interesting music…..hire a band or a DJ!!
2. Gift incentives! Gift cards are great for the holidays or shoot, how about a discount on rent!
3. Pets are a part of the family too, how about incorporating them in some manner!?
4. Pot Luck Dinner, each resident will feel more a part of the event if they have contributed.
5. Gift or Cookie exchange. Get some interaction and co-mingling.
6. Offer up crafts. Like a make your own Christmas wreath! Or something kid friendly, like the Advent Calendar Craft we posted.
7. Pictures with Santa for either pets or children.
8. A unique beverage assortment. For instance, a hot chocolate bar and sitting area in front of the fireplace.
9. Theme parties are always a lot of fun! Check out our Tacky Christmas Sweater Party Tips.
10. Christmas tree decorating. Have each resident bring an ornament to put on the tree. Have the tree displayed somewhere on the property for guests and residents to see.
11. Provide a greater service. Have the holiday party coincide with a charity donation/event.
12. Residents on the fly?? Have ‘cookies & milk for Santa’ baskets ready as a thank you for stopping by!!
Some other great ideas were providing games, like Cranium or a scavenger hunt, for residents to play; or offering up a wine tasting event with hour d’oeuvres. Whatever your apartment property decides to do, make sure you think of what the residents would actually want. Happy residents make for a happy apartment community!