How to throw a Christmas Caroling Party

Nothing spreads the holiday spirit like caroling. For a fun way to celebrate and gather with friends, throw a caroling party. With a few simple items and a little bit of practice, this article will get you ready to host a one of a kind magical event that is sure to fascinate neighbors and family with Holiday cheer.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Invitations
• Warm clothing
• Sheet music
• Hot chocolate
• Refreshments
• Flashlights

1. 
   Christmas Carols

   Select four songs to sing on your caroling event. You will want to sing two verses from two songs per house. It is a good idea to choose one soft song to start with and an upbeat jingle to end.

2. 
   Invitations

   Create unique invitations using index cards with two verses of each song printed on them. Punch a hole in the corner of each card and bind them by tying a candy cane with ribbon laced through the holes.

3. 

   Have guests gather at your home about thirty minutes before you intend to set out caroling. A good time to plan this event is a short time after supper, during the week. More people will likely be home at this time.

4. 
   Flashlights

   Provide carolers with small flashlights to guide their way.

5. 
   Warm clothing

   Make sure everyone is dressed appropriately.

6. 
   Door Knocker

   Designate one person to be the door knocker.

7. 
   Decorations

   Choose two or three houses on each block. By selecting houses that are decorated, you ensure your chances of a willing recipient of your holiday harmony.

8. 
   Caroling Party

   Stand just in several feet away from the door as the knocker approaches a new house. Once the door is answered, the rest of the group should begin singing. Have the knocker quickly join the group with song.

9. 
   Happy Holidays

   Leave swiftly after the second song with a cheerful “Happy Holidays”.

10. 
    Refreshments

    Finish up your holiday caroling party, when you reach your home, with hot chocolate and refreshments.

Tips & Warnings

• Pass out santa hats to carolers.
• Use tamborines and jingle bells.
• Create song folders in holiday colors with the lyrics to each song.
• Use caution when crossing roads.

[Scarlett9284]

on 12/7/2008 Sounds like a great way to get in the Christmas spirit!

[maryellen1001]

on 12/6/2008 Great idea! Sounds like a lot of fun.