As the year winds down, companies everywhere start thinking about how to reward their staff and recharge for the New Year. This is a great time to reflect on milestones and bolster morale before the Christmas break.
Rather than another ‘same old’ festive lunch, why not choose something more memorable: something that leaves everyone feeling positive as the year closes?
Here are seven of the best end‑of‑year team building events at Firebird Events, that help you end the year on a high note.
One of Firebird Events’ signature festive activities, Christmas Bake That is perfect for teams who like hands-on and creative challenges.
What happens: Teams compete in challenges like baking mince pies, decorating gingerbread cookies, and creating show‑stopping Victoria sponges.
Benefits: Encourages creativity, collaboration, and light‑hearted competition. Everyone gets stuck in, regardless of skill level. Plus, the tasty results mean there’s a fun and sociable component (and leftovers to enjoy).
Ideal for: Groups who enjoy cooking, festive treats, or want a relaxed but engaging activity.
- Festive Quest: The Perfect Team Activity
If you want something a bit more varied and packed with energy, our Festive Quest offers a whirlwind of mini‑challenges.
What happens: Teams move between activity stations and take on Christmas‑themed tasks such as decorating cakes, solving puzzles, playing hand bell tunes, blindfolded Christmas tree decoration, and more.
Benefits: A great mix of creative, mental and physical tasks which keeps everyone engaged. Because there are multiple tasks, people can try different types of challenges, which is great for teams of all tastes.
Ideal for: Larger groups; especially useful for those who want variety and movement, rather than one fixed format.
- Quizmas: Festive Quiz Rounds and Practical Challenges
For teams who love to test their knowledge and enjoy a bit of trivia, Quizmas is Firebird Events’ take on the classic quiz‑night, with a festive spin.
What happens: Multiple rounds of quizzes (audio, visual, Christmas trivia), combined with practical challenges to break up the rounds and bring in hands‑on fun.
Benefits: Great for encouraging teamwork in a relaxed setting; boosts morale without over‑physical exertion; works especially well in evenings or paired with dinner.
Ideal for: Mixed teams, perhaps across departments, or remote/hybrid teams who want something that can mix digital and in‑person elements.
If you’re after a quieter, more arty event, our Bauble Decorating or Christmas Clay Workshop offer creative craftsmanship with a festive twist.
What happens: Using materials like metallic pens, jewels, sequins, clay cutters, and embossers, teams personalise baubles or craft decorations to take home.
Benefits: Good for mindfulness, creativity, and giving people a break from screens. The take‑home items act as mementos, reinforcing team identity and the memories of the day.
Ideal for: Smaller groups, mixed teams including those who may prefer low‑pressure, artistic‑style tasks; useful for afternoon sessions preceding a Christmas gathering or dinner.
- Mixed Creative Workshops & Game Show Formats
Firebird offers a range of creative workshops and themed game show‑style events throughout their corporate team building portfolio.
What happens: Activities like cocktail‑making, graffiti art, chocolate challenges, or recreations of game shows (think The Generation Game or The Crystal Maze).
Benefits: These are great for variety. Some people like to learn or create, others thrive on competition. A game show event injects energy, humour and often brings out people’s personalities.
Ideal for: Evening events, Christmas parties, or mixed groups. Especially effective if paired with food and drink, or as part of a larger awards or gala evening.
- Charity & Giving Back Activities
As Christmas is a season of giving, holding a charity‑based team building event can be both meaningful and uplifting. While Firebird’s site doesn’t list a specific CSR activity for Christmas (at least in public listings), this is a strong suggestion.
Suggested activity: Toy‑or food‑drive build, assembling care packages, or designing gifts/ packs for local charities. Perhaps combine with a festive bake or craft to produce items to donate.
Benefits: Gives employees something to feel proud of. Also tends to strengthen morale more deeply than many fun competitive tasks.
Ideal for: Companies wanting to embed social responsibility; good for groups who prefer giving back rather than just competing.
- Hybrid / Virtual Festive Events
Not everyone can gather in one place, especially in larger corporations or with remote/hybrid teams. Firebird Events already offer festive experiences that can be adapted for virtual or mixed participation.
Why These Events Work Now
- Morale boost in Q4: The last few months of the year are often intense. These activities inject much needed- fun, show appreciation, and help people unwind.
- Ringing in the New Year: A strong end to the year helps shape the mindset going into January: a team working together with plenty of positive energy and clearer communication.
- Available indoor/versatile formats: With weather unpredictable, indoor activities (workshops, quizzes) or hybrid/virtual options let you plan with confidence.
- Meaningful memories: If they can take home creative items, photos, shared laughs, it ensures the team experience goes beyond just one evening.
For more about our team building events, drop us a line today.
