Whether you are the host or delegating the scene, the way you go about piecing the layout this holiday will depend on the ambiance you are attempting to curate.
Decorating is Key
Thanksgiving is the perfect time of the year to spruce up your outdoor look. Get inspired by the season utilizing the 5 senses: Sight, Smell, Touch, Taste, Hearing. Festive colors such as Burnt Orange, Yellow, Brown and Green. Think of decorative patterns for the table and the dishes that will be used. The sight of the scene you've curated will further put your guests in the holiday spirit. Depending on where you are live, your outdoor will have naturally- and beautifully- created a fall scene for a burst for a full holiday effect.
Lighting is a huge factor when celebrating Outback. To further create an ambiance for your guests, light candles or have outdoor lamps on each table. To keep your guests on the right pathway, keep the ground well lit with multiple lightings. Darkened areas should be restricted. Do not forget the overhead lighting such as strings with lanterns all around the party area.
Stay warm throughout the night
With Outback Livings Fire Pits and Bowls, your outdoor festivities can last the cold nights. The weather tends to change for the colder during this time of year, so keep that in mind when you are putting together an Outback Celebration. From fire pits and columns to space heaters, offering these to your potential guests along with some blankets will do the trick in keeping the warm and inviting.
Children are allowed to have fun during the holidays. Keeping the kids preoccupied with games, activities and bite-sized snacks is just what the parents need. Games such as:
- Decorate Pumpkins
- Set up small tables for crafts with markers & crayons: Make Thanksgiving placemats.
- Movie night: Thanksgiving Theme Styled
Plan The Holiday Dinner Menu- The Popular Sense: Taste
Traditional with a sit-down dinner consisting of Turkey, Stuffing, Cranberry sauce, etc, can be a solid way to go. Mixing up the dinner plate does not hurt also! Something classic and a remix of a newer twist of flavor. Is this a gathering where everyone brings their own favorite or assigned dish? What kind of setting are you attempting to lay out for your guests?
Thanksgiving is a busy season in general. However you choose to go about celebrating, be thoughtful of the menu in regards to your family and friends' allergy and dietary restrictions and let your guests know in advance if they would need to bring something to the festivities.