For homeowners’ associations (HOAs), there’s no better way to build camaraderie than through fun and engaging events. With the holidays fast approaching, now is the time to start coordinating your community’s big festivities. Planning these events takes time; thoughtful preparation and execution are essential. By addressing important planning factors before hosting a community-wide event, everyone’s guaranteed to have a very merry time.

At Associa, we’ve spent decades helping associations host joyful holiday events with ease. In this ebook, we provide step-by-step instructions for organizing an unforgettable get-together. Here's the first step:

Define the Purpose

The first step in planning your holiday event should be to define the purpose of the gathering and what you hope to achieve. For example, if your goal is to give back, think about doing a toy drive.
If you want to encourage connections, a Friendsgiving celebration could be a great option. Establishing a clear objective will help guide your decisions throughout the planning process. 

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Holiday Community Event Ideas

The holidays are the perfect time for getting together with friends, family, and neighbors. Whether you’re sharing laughs at a block party or heartfelt moments at a close-knit gathering, a holiday event doesn’t have to be extravagant for people to feel cherished, included, and joyful. No matter your budget, there are many seasonal community traditions that can make spirits bright.

A homeowners’ association board of directors can foster that warm-inside feeling by hosting a community holiday celebration that everyone will enjoy. Here are 10 great winter event ideas for every type of community association:

1. Association Friendsgiving

2. Cookie Swap

3. Holiday Decoration Contest

4. A Merry Movie Night

5. Santa Meet & Greet

6. Ugly Sweater Party

7. Gingerbread House Decorating

8. Holly Jolly Mixology

9. New Year's Carnival

10. Charity Drive