Office summer social
A team summer party in a park or garden venue with a barbecue, sports day games and an ice cream van.
- Guests
- 20-150 guests
- Party length
- 4 hours
- Prep time
- 4-6 weeks of planning
- Ages
- 18+
What it could look like
What it is
A relaxed summer party for a team: outdoor games, a barbecue and ice cream. Mixed teams help people meet colleagues from other departments, and it’s inclusive for non-drinkers.
Plan ahead
- Six weeks before: book a venue (a park area with permission, a garden venue or a sports club) and catering.
- Three weeks before: send invitations and dietary forms.
- One week before: plan teams and buy prizes.
Games
- Egg-and-spoon and sack races
- Tug of war
- Welly throw
- Giant Jenga and Connect 4
- A team quiz in the shade for those who’d rather not run
Food and drink
- Barbecue with meat, vegetarian and vegan options
- Salads and corn on the cob
- An ice cream van
- Beer, wine, soft drinks and plenty of water
Tips
- Have shade, sunscreen and a wet-weather plan.
- Keep games optional and fun.
On the day
- 2:00pm Arrival and team draw: everyone is put in a mixed-department team.
- 2:30pm Sports day games: egg-and-spoon, tug of war, giant Jenga, welly throw.
- 3:30pm Barbecue and drinks.
- 4:30pm Ice cream van arrives.
- 5:00pm Team prizes and a thank-you from leadership.
Shopping list
sports day games set adults
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tug of war rope
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team bibs
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gazebo pop up
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bbq catering equipment
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party trophies
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