If you’re part of a company’s works council or works committee, you’d like to organize a magical, festive end-of-year event for your employees. Why not organize a Christmas tree for them?
What’s a Christmas tree?
A Christmas tree is an event often organized by a company’s CSE or CE for employees and their families. It’s a festive event that can bring together a variety of activities, including a gourmet snack, preceded by a show.
Why organize a Christmas tree?
A veritable institution and a key event for many companies, the Christmas Tree is a special, convivial moment for company employees.
It’s the perfect way to thank them, and create memories with family and/or colleagues, thanks to the various activities (face painting, magician, balloon sculptor, etc.) and the show.
How to organize a Christmas tree?
Select date
The ideal time to organize a company Christmas tree is between late November and early December. It’s the perfect time, just before the holiday rush and the start of school vacations.
To get the most people together, it’s best to choose a weekend, especially a Saturday afternoon. This time slot is very popular with CSEs, as it allows them to put on a children’s show followed by a snack, in a friendly, youth-friendly atmosphere.
Where to find it
The choice of venue is essential for a well-organized corporate Christmas tree. For a smooth and magical event, the ideal is to have two distinct spaces:
- An auditorium or hall to host the main show or event
- A hall or large room for snacks and additional activities (face painting, creative workshops, photo booth with Santa Claus, etc.).
Practical tip: choose a venue close to your company or easily accessible by public transport. This reduces travel time for families, and makes it easier to bring children. Well-serviced sites, with parking or PRM access, are a real plus.
Bonus: remember to book early (as early as June/July), as Christmas tree venues are in high demand at this time of year.
Choose the entertainment and show
Christmas trees are synonymous with magic and festivity, so to entertain young and old alike, you’ll need to find the perfect entertainment.
As it’s often a family event, you’ll want to make sure your children have fun and enjoy themselves, with make-up artists, balloon sculptors, drawing and painting workshops, princesses and more.
When it comes to shows, there are plenty of possibilities! From magic to circus to puppets, the field of possibilities is wide open. You can also choose shows that focus solely on the Christmas theme.
The Greatest Snowman“ is an exceptional show organized by the Cité des Congrès Valenciennes, combining acrobatics, music and enchantment, while staying true to the festive spirit of the end of the year. Inspired by the film The Greatest Showman, you’ll find a troupe of talented artists (acrobats, dancers and visual performers), who will amaze young and old alike in a colorful staging.
Select delicacies
After wonder comes delight, so let’s get cooking!
How about a chocolate waffle? or a brownie? a shortbread in Christmas colors? There’s something for everyone.
You can even set up a cotton candy or popcorn stand.
Ideally, the catering area should be set up in the same room in which you’ve planned the entertainment, with buffets. This will facilitate the experience for your guests and create a convivial atmosphere.
And that’s it! You’ve got all you need to organize a magical Christmas tree for your employees and their children.
And if you need a helping hand, the Cité des Congrès Valenciennes team can help you organize your Christmas tree, with its unique show ” The Greastest Snowman “.