{"id":9387,"date":"2022-12-27T21:39:23","date_gmt":"2022-12-28T02:39:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/?p=9387"},"modified":"2022-12-27T21:50:05","modified_gmt":"2022-12-28T02:50:05","slug":"how-to-throw-a-new-years-eve-pajama-party","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/how-to-throw-a-new-years-eve-pajama-party\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Throw a New Year\u2019s Eve Pajama Party"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s hard to believe 2023 is right around the corner.\u00a0 But hold on \u2013 we can\u2019t say goodbye to 2022 without a New Year\u2019s Eve celebration. \u00a0And, while New Year\u2019s Eve is one of the most popular nights to go out on the town and celebrate, more and more people are avoiding the crowds and staying home to ring in the new year. So why not celebrate in the comfort of your own home &#8211; and even better, with a New Year\u2019s Eve Pajama Party?<\/p>\n<p>Make it a small family celebration or invite friends and neighbors to join you. They will love this creative and fun way of celebrating the New Year. Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/onesies\/flapjacks\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9389\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/banner-Matching_Family_BearCheeks-1-300x116.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"476\" height=\"184\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/banner-Matching_Family_BearCheeks-1-300x116.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/banner-Matching_Family_BearCheeks-1-768x296.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/banner-Matching_Family_BearCheeks-1-1024x395.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/banner-Matching_Family_BearCheeks-1-624x241.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/banner-Matching_Family_BearCheeks-1.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 476px) 100vw, 476px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Guest List<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Whether you keep the party to just your family or invite other families and friends to join in, the guest list will determine how the rest of the night will be run and how many people to prepare for. If you\u2019re thinking of throwing a family-friendly party, it\u2019s a great excuse to wear those <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/pajamas\/matching-family-pajamas\/\">matching family pajamas\u00a0<\/a>one more time or to purchase a set.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re inviting other families, you\u2019ll want to keep track of the number of adults and the number of kids coming to make sure you can accommodate everyone.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9390\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Guest-List-300x200.png\" alt=\"Guest List\" width=\"270\" height=\"180\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Guest-List-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Guest-List.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 270px) 100vw, 270px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Invitation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Once you have your guest list complete, it\u2019s time to create the invitation. It\u2019s important to include not only the date, start and end time, and your address, but to also make it clear that this is a pajama party and give your guests an idea of what they can expect. \u00a0Your main goal is to ring in the new year which means staying up later than normal for most of us. Keep it cozy and invite your friends to wear pajamas that they can relax and stay comfy in \u2013 especially if kids are coming. If you have a certain theme you\u2019re going for, make sure to include that in the invitation as well.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also want to let your guests know if they should bring anything.\u00a0 This is especially important if you\u2019re inviting your guests to stay overnight. Don\u2019t forget to let them know how they can RSVP to the party and the deadline date to do so.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/decorations-300x200.png\" alt=\"decorations\" width=\"338\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/decorations-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/decorations.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 338px) 100vw, 338px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Decorations<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The sky\u2019s the limit! Remember that New Year\u2019s Eve is a celebration so consider leaving up some of your holiday lights to keep the sparkle alive. This is also where you can add some glitz and glam to your otherwise comfy party. Add some signs, festive table cloths, and party favors and you\u2019re ready to go!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9393\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Party-Food-300x200.png\" alt=\"Party Food\" width=\"342\" height=\"228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Party-Food-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Party-Food.png 612w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 342px) 100vw, 342px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Menu<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Keep it simple and make sure whatever you are serving is easily accessible to your guest.\u00a0 Prepare food that goes along with your cozy pajama theme like lasagna, mac &amp; cheese, pizza, or chili. Or go for serving heavy appetizers so that guests can graze all night. Be sure to also have healthy options available for those who prefer to eat a bit lighter and have snacks available throughout the night.<\/p>\n<p>Set up a self-serve beverage area with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available. You\u2019ll want to have several non-alcoholic options &#8211; not only for the kiddos, but for those who will be driving home after the party if they are not staying overnight.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9394\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/games-1-300x225.png\" alt=\"games (1)\" width=\"331\" height=\"248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/games-1-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/games-1.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 331px) 100vw, 331px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Activities<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As the goal of the celebration is to make it to midnight &#8211; it could be a long night.\u00a0 Make a list of activities you can do throughout the night. Bring out the board games, card games, play charades or Pictionary or consider getting a karaoke machine. Depending on the guest list, you will want to have both adult themed games as well as children\u2019s activities on hand.\u00a0 Having plenty of things for the kids to do will also give the grown-ups a chance to have some time to hang out and socialize.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9395\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/toast-300x200.png\" alt=\"toast\" width=\"324\" height=\"216\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/toast-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/toast.png 612w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 324px) 100vw, 324px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>The New Year\u2019s Toast<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ve made it to midnight and it\u2019s time for the toast.\u00a0 Set up a table with champagne and sparkling cider filled glasses and have your party favors close by.\u00a0 This will make it easy for everyone to grab a glass and Toast to the New Year.<\/p>\n<p>Your New Year\u2019s Eve Pajama party is sure to be a hit.\u00a0 Get creative and enjoy the festivities in the comfort of your own home\u00a0 &#8211; and of course your pajamas.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s hard to believe 2023 is right around the corner.\u00a0 But hold on \u2013 we can\u2019t say goodbye to 2022 without a New Year\u2019s Eve celebration. \u00a0And, while New Year\u2019s Eve is one of the most popular nights to go out on the town and celebrate, more and more people are avoiding the crowds and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":9388,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[357,642,641,157,1068,961],"tags":[504,1185,442,1184],"class_list":["post-9387","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-family-2","category-family-fun-family-2","category-family-fun","category-holidays","category-pajamas","category-the-holidays","tag-happy-new-year","tag-new-years-eve-party","tag-new-years-eve","tag-pajama-holiday"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9387","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9387"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9387\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9397,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9387\/revisions\/9397"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9388"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9387"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9387"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9387"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}