As the holiday season descends upon us, it’s often to find we are so consumed with Thanksgiving and all the planning for Christmas that we forget entirely about celebrating New Years’… In all it’s capacities! So, this year, we’ve taken some time to put together the best possible New Years Brunch ideas for you to host; all at the drop of a hat!
What Is A New Years Brunch?
Well, it goes without saying really, but typically a New Years Brunch is an event hosted on New Years Day; after all the party shenanigans from the night before have finished. Most of the time, it will be a close-knit group of friends hanging out (excuse the pun!) the morning after the celebrations, on the hunt for lots of delicious food and a hair of the dog – or two!
With that being said, there are many ways to do a memorable New Years Brunch, and needless to say, we’ve got you covered, girl! Just because the vast majority of your guests will be feeling a little fragile doesn’t mean you can’t be a hostess with the most amazing brunch for all! Without further ado, let’s get the party started…
Plan The Party
First up, it’s imperative that you plan your party. It may sound ridiculous, but you’d be surprised how many hostesses fail to plan accordingly, and ultimately end up forgetting some really key elements to their party! Grab your notebook and a pen, and start writing down some our key pointers below. After that, fine-tune exactly what YOU need for your New Years Brunch and you’re good to go!
Before you do anything else, choose some pretty invitations for your New Years Brunch and get them sent out ASAP. At this time of year especially, people are usually inundated with party requests, so be sure to get yourself one step ahead of the game. Ideally, pick up some like these from Amazon which do the sophisticated part for you, while you get to handwrite the details. It’s a nice touch and will definitely help your guests feel special in time for the main event!
As for the theme of your New Years Brunch, it’s probably best to stick to an easy color theme – such as glittery pinks and golds. They are the classic go-to for brunches of any kind, and will instantly jazz up your event space. Go for some 2021 confetti amongst a bunch of sparkly balloons and you’re well on your way to hosting a very memorable New Years Brunch!
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Order The Decorations
Decorating, of course, comes right after planning your New Years Brunch. The first thing you’ll need to do is order your decorations to make sure they come in time for your party – and you have time for Plan B if you don’t like what you see!
After you’ve sorted your invites and the theme, it’s time to go big with the decor! We love this party kit from Amazon, which includes the 2021 and champagne flute balloons – perfect for any brunch celebration! Be sure to choose some light shades of tableware and accessories to blend well with your theme and tie the whole vibe together!
No party is complete without Convokins – trust us, we know! Take some regular napkins, add a bunch of conversation-starter questions and some gorgeous, gold detailing, and that’s exactly what they are! Place one at every table setting and start your New Years Brunch off with a bang!
Prep The Food
Possibly the best part of hosting a New Years Brunch is preparing the food – right?! Right! Yep, food is everything – especially at New Years Brunch where your guests are likely to be starving and on the lookout for anything carb-loaded and self-indulgent… Which is exactly what we’ve got here!
First up on the menu is of course, the almighty cheeseboard! It’s a foolproof way to please all guests – vegan, vegetarian or full-blown carnivore! Provide various options for your guests to choose from and away you go! When it comes to decorating, include some red and green tones to keep with the last of the festive spirit – it’ll really drive home the mood.
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Sometimes, there’s just nothing better than a smoked salmon and cream cheese bagel. Level up with this boujie bagel and add some capers, pickled onion, cucumber, and an artichoke paste and you’ve got yourself something pretty spectacular! Your New Years Brunch gang will love the simplicity of these, all the while washing away any and all of the night before’s antics. Win-win for everyone, hey!
Make The Drinks
Whether your guests are all keen for some cocktails or prefer the non-alcoholic route, a drinks station is paramount for hosting a memorable New Years Brunch. With that being said, it doesn’t have to be over the top. You can keep it simple – and classy – without putting in much effort at all! See why below:
We’re not sure we’ve ever heard of a successful brunch without Mimosas – nope, don’t think so! – which is exactly why we designed our very own Mimosa Bar Kit. Complete with pink and gold straws, name tags, drink tags, and more, this kit is guaranteed to please the crowd and create a little interaction amongst guests while you continue on with hosting! Who doesn’t love a crowd-pleaser?
Are you looking for further inspiration for setting up your Mimosa Bar Station? Look no further! Check out our blog post: How To Make A Mimosa Bar Like A Pro Party Stylist
Another brunch classic has to be the Bloody Mary – and for good reason, too! The Bloody Mary is THE go-to hangover cure and it may well just be perfect for your New Years Brunch. Like the Mimosa’s, you could also set up a little Bloody Mary station – complete with peppers and hot sauce! Make up some olive sticks and the savoury part of your drinks stand is good to go!
Set Up The Entertainment
The last piece of our puzzle on the way to solving the perfect way to host a very memorable – and enjoyable! – New Years Brunch is… The games! Entertainment is the ideal way to create long-lasting, hilarious memories with your guests, all the while having a lot of fun! Here’s to games providing endless icebreakers for all events and to these for being the ideal anecdotes for your New Years Brunch!
This might just be the easiest Brunch game – ever! Fortune cards are typically a Chinese New Year tradition, but there’s absolutely nothing stopping you having some of these at your New Years Brunch. Simply hand out one card per guest and ask them to scratch off the gold coin. There are three winners in each set, so be sure to have a little gift for those who win. As for the rest of your guests, they’ll all be gifted with a positive affirmation to see in the New Year – what a lovely way to start 2021!
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Last, but most certainly not least is the best possible way to start the New Year – with some resolutions! These adorable printable resolutions cards allow your guests to write down in private what their resolutions are and can choose to either share or keep to themselves. Our suggestion for a wonderful way to end your New Years Day brunch would be to have a lit bonfire in your backyard, ready to throw all your 2021 resolutions in with your guests. It’s like a little ceremony to do together, ready to commit to your 2021 plans… We think it will be a real hit!
New Years Brunch 2021
So, there you have it, ladies! How to host a super memorable (yet super easy!) New Years Brunch, with minimal effort and maximum results! Our main words of advice are: Plan in advance and order in advance, too! This way you can correct any mistakes along the way or send anything back you didn’t like in order to replace them in time. With enough time on your hands, you’re guaranteed to host one epic New Years Brunch next year!
And, with 2020 being the year that it was, there’s never been a better time to get out (or in) and celebrate with your loved ones – no matter the distance. With the world constantly trying to navigate our new normal, it’s good to have some things to look forward to, even if it feels a little different from before. Whatever you decide to do for your New Years Brunch bash, just do it with love and happiness in mind and you’ll be onto a winner – for sure!
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