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TRENDING NOW... The Geek Party

Attention all secret geeks, wannabe Princess Leias and retro gamers! This is a Christmas Party too cool for (old) skool...

No doubt you’ve noticed the trend for gamification in your teambuilding and networking events, and breakout sessions this year.

Using games has been proven a really effective way to engage and connect delegates at 2024 events, so it’s no wonder that retro games are making a huge comeback for festive parties (looking at you, Pokémon Go…).

Gaming-themed Christmas parties are a brilliant solution for planners on the lookout for low cost yet fresh party ideas – combining the nostalgic love of gaming with a new edge. Familiar and fun entertainment to connect, engage and create a lasting impression on your guests.

With the emphasis off the catering – simple but cool ‘sofa snacks’ like popcorn are your weapon of choice – you can go to town on your games area. Think shared game experiences that will break the ice, like a Giant Nintendo Wii for lots of players, or for that arcade vibe, go for laser indoor shooting games, or a racing car simulator.

“A great band is a must to bring the whole idea together”

Inviting game-loving colleagues in the office to bring in any retro games and consoles is a big cost saver, with favourites like Sonic the Hedgehog, Mario Kart and Donkey Kong providing inexpensive and easy to set up group entertainment.

However, be mindful that it is your company’s end of year celebrations, not the last day of school! If you’re going DIY or low key with both games and the catering, a great professional band is a must to bring the whole idea together, drawing everyone away from their consoles at the end of the night.

The perfect showstopper for your geek gaming party? The force is with School of Sci Fi. A totally brilliant stage show, combining amazing party music and the Star Wars Saga. I know…this exists! And it’s amazing.