A culinary experience with a cruise
The first concept on our list of staff party ideas is a boat tour. In the afternoon with a special lunch, or in the evening when it starts to get dark and you can watch the sun set together on the water. You can choose between a formal dinner with stylish table settings, or a relaxed, informal setting with a varied food corner or a walking dinner where everyone is free to walk around and network.
Think about the atmosphere you want to create for yours staff party. The beauty of a canal cruise is that employees and, if applicable, their families get to know each other in a natural way, while the beautiful view provides the perfect starting point for conversations.
You can choose to have a live band or a special guest at the end as well. performance to arrange the perfect ending to an unforgettable day or evening.
What does your staff party look like?
- One boat tour on the water
- Have lunch or dine with employees
- Close with a performance or live band
Practical details
- Suitable for: ~75-250 employees
- Budget indication: €75-€130 per person
- Duration: 4-8 hours
- Best timing: You can join the family for the weekend
Team building day with an extensive reception
A team building day is always a good plan if you are looking for staff party ideas that aren’t just about partying. Let an inspiring speaker tell something engaging that aligns with the developments in your field, or a motivational story that gives employees new energy. This could also be a manager or yourself sharing a personal, inspiring story. Or of course, a combination of both.
In addition, you can organize an interactive workshop where employees work in smaller groups under the guidance of an experienced facilitator. Think of a fun, hands-on workshop on collaboration, communication, or even something creative like a mini-hackathon where teams work together to come up with solutions for business challenges.
At the end of the day, employees can take a extensive aperitif With snacks and drinks, we can talk about the inspiration and workshops. This is often the moment when the real conversations begin. Colleagues share what they have learned, make plans for collaboration, and get to know each other in a more personal way while enjoying the unique view from the water.
What does your staff party look like?
- Listen to Inspiring presentations
- An interactive workshop to challenge employees
- A relaxed drink with snacks and drinks
Practical details
- Suitable for: ~75-200 employees
- Budget indication: €75-€150 per person
- Duration: 4-6 hours
- Best timing: On weekdays in the afternoon
A themed party on a party ship
Sometimes you just want a good party where employees can completely let go of the pressures of work. For example, go for a fun company party During the day with a live band, extensive snacks and unlimited drinks where everyone can relax and have fun.
Do you have a young, dynamic company? Then you can also organize a truly awesome party in the evening with professional DJs, spectacular club lighting, and the real party vibe that creates an unforgettable evening. The great thing about our own party boat is that the roof can even be completely open, allowing you to literally party under the stars while cruising through Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Utrecht, or another city!
Whether you choose a relaxed day party or a spectacular evening, the combination of water, music and the right atmosphere ensures that your team can really let off steam and also get to know each other in a different way.
What does your staff party look like?
- A cool one company party with theme and festive decoration
- Get moving on the dance floor with a a band or DJ
- Let yourself be cared for by a walking dinner and large bar
Practical details
- Suitable for: ~100-600 employees
- Budget indication: €75-€140 per person
- Duration: 4-6 hours
- Best timing: On the weekend
An achievement celebration
Not the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of staff party ideas, but an achievement celebration is really recommended. With a professional stage and modern presentation facilities on board, it’s a great way to celebrate your achievements. Eivissa Events You can award prizes and highlight the achievements of employees, teams, and the organization. This is the moment to truly reward your people and show that their work is valued and their contribution matters.
The first 1 to 2 hours are dedicated to official awards and presentations, complete with a large presentation screen. Examples include Employee of the Year awards, team achievements, and achieved company goals.
After the presentations, there will be an extensive reception with snacks and drinks where everyone can relax. As an extra surprise, you can have a live band perform on the same stage – this transforms the ceremonial setting seamlessly into a festive conclusion.
What does your staff party look like?
- Light performance with a Presentation or awards
- End the day with a nice band or DJ
- Enjoy a drink after the presentations
Practical details
- Suitable for: ~100-300 employees
- Budget indication: €75-€150 per person
- Duration: 4-6 hours
- Best timing: On weekends or during the weekday afternoons
The classic Christmas party
The Christmas party It remains one of the most cherished staff party ideas and traditions in corporate land, and on the water, this classic gets an extra dimension.
Start with a short New Year’s speech in which you look back on the successes of the year and look forward to the new year. After that, colleagues can relax and enjoy a drink of hot or cold beverages, Christmas snacks, and of course oliebollen and Christmas wreaths.
Choose atmospheric Christmas music in the background or book a live band for famous Christmas carols and winter classics. The Christmas decorations and warm atmosphere on board complete the experience, as you cruise through the canals of your city.
What does your staff party look like?
- Enjoy the Christmas atmosphere through all the Christmas decorations
- One New Year's speech and looking back is part of it
- A real one Christmas party and music for a successful evening
Practical details
- Suitable for: ~100-300 employees
- Budget indication: €75-€150 per person
- Duration: 3-6 hours
- Best timing: During the Christmas period
Will one of these staff party ideas become a reality soon?
The first step towards a successful staff party is good planning. With these practical tips, you ensure that everything runs smoothly.
Tips for your staff party
- Book in time
- Last-minute reservations are possible, but then you sometimes have less control over the exact date.
- Determine the group size, your budget, and the goal of the event in advance
- Check if there are any special wishes that are useful to know in advance
Frequently asked questions about staff party ideas
How much does a staff party cost on average?
If you want to use one of these staff party ideas, you should keep in mind that a staff party costs an average of €75-€150 per person, depending on catering, location, and entertainment. On our event ship, you get more for your money thanks to the all-inclusive service.
How far in advance should you plan a staff party?
For the best choice of locations and entertainment, we recommend booking at least 6-8 weeks in advance, especially during busy periods such as September-December and March-June. Last-minute bookings (2-4 weeks) are often still possible, but you have fewer choices in dates and options. For special requests such as live bands or specific catering, more preparation time is always better.
Usually we see companies book months in advance so that they are sure that everything is arranged in advance.
Which staff party ideas work best for different organizational sizes?
For smaller teams (10-30 people) Intimate staff party ideas such as an event at a restaurant or a unique activity often work best. With this size of group, you can often organize the staff party yourself with your team, as the logistics remain manageable.
Do you want to organize a staff party for a larger organization (100+ people)? Then you can often best choose an event venue where they also help with the entire organization. Our staff party ideas are a good example of this; we have already successfully implemented them for various organizations many times!
The advantage of a professional event venue is that you are taken care of in the planning, logistics, and execution, so you can focus on enjoying the event together with your team.
