12 Great December Birthday Party Ideas (2024)

Organizing a birthday party in one of the coldest months requires a lot more planning and attention than with summer events. For arranging Sagittarius and Capricorn birthdays, you need truly fantastic December birthday party ideas.

Choosing the right environment, the theme of the party, and the venue becomes a bit more challenging as most of the go-to places get booked a lot earlier due to the holiday season. Luckily, you can do all of that by booking a dreamy Peerspace venue for the party. We’ll introduce you to real Peerspace venues throughout this article that you can book to host the world’s greatest December birthday!

Now that you are close to having the perfect party palace booked, it’s time to figure out what to do at the venue! Now is the right opportunity for you to throw a grand birthday party for your loved ones this year. To aid you in this endeavor, let’s have a look at ten great December birthday party ideas.

1. Go ice skating in a private setting

Winter does not mean you cannot go out in the cold. So, tell all your friends and family members to come with their skating boots to have a memorable party. Take advantage of what the winter has to offer. Places such as MacGregor Park and Bentway in Toronto offer some of the most exquisite skating experiences.

Decorate the skating arena with balloons and Christmas trees to add warmth to the place. As an after-skating treat, give cake and hot chocolate to your loved ones. This party idea is sure to set the mood right for your friends and family.

Want a beautiful venue and a chance to ice skate all in one go? Then consider booking a Peerspace like this cozy time cottage in Lebanon, CT. It’s a beautiful home surrounded by natural beauty and even offers ice skating during the winter months.

2. Gather around a roaring fire

Depending on where you live, an outdoor bonfire may send shivers through the backbone of your friends and family. But in more mild climes, an outdoor birthday party that centers around a bonfire is ideal for December.

Either way, be sure to bring plenty of chairs, blankets, mittens, and beanies to keep them cozy and warm. Set up a stall of hot chocolate, chili bar, and even hot dogs. Decorate the outdoor setting with neon lights and Christmas trees. As long as you have plenty of blankets and a good supply of food, you are all set to blaze the chilly birthday party.

Not sure how to safely set up an outdoor fire pit? Book a venue on Peerspace that comes with its own! For instance, you and your friends can rent this elevated lounge and roof deck in Dallas, TX that has an outdoor fireplace, cozy seating, and plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces for gathering.

3. Go all-out with birthday decorations

For any birthday party, the first point of concern is how to decorate the event. Luckily, the month of December provides plenty of its own inspiration. But let’s talk about a particular theme of decoration. Embellishing the setting with ice and white light makes it feel like a genuine December get-together.

Make it easier on yourself by booking a party venue through Peerspace that’s already decorated to the nines. And one of our favorite options for this idea is this retro-themed event venue lounge in San Francisco, CA. It’s decked to the nines with colorful lighting and vintage club decor that offers you private themed rooms for karaoke, movie streaming, and video gaming. As a bonus, you don’t have to deal with the hassle of taking down decorations at the end of the night!

Also check out our 13 awesome winter birthday party ideas for even more inspiration!

4. Plan a spooky December birthday party

To add more drama to your birthday party, consider upping the ante and adding a horror element to the party. To match the cold dark environment of December, use dim lighting and cold lights to decorate your venue’s interior. Place Halloween-like decor at various spots to welcome your guests. If you want to see them jump, ensure they are unaware of the theme before they come over!

Late at night, play a horror movie such as one of the Chucky or Annabelle franchise films to make the theme come to life. But if there are little ones around, ensure all the kids have gone to sleep when you want to pull off such a stunt. You can also rent a private movie theater on Peerspace, like the one pictured above. It’s a room in this luxurious Atlanta, GA mansion that is 4,000 square feet of elegance, perfect for an intimate themed birthday party.

5. Host an epic cookie baking competition

The holiday season can never be complete without some home-baked cookies. As a birthday treat, tell your loved ones to bring their best cookie recipes and create a competition for who makes the best cookies. You can even hand out little trinkets for the winners of your competition. At the end of the party, give each guest a plate with the different cookies to take home with them as a delicious parting gift.

Don’t have tons of space in your home kitchen to accommodate this idea? No worries; just book a spacious Peerspace venue with a kitchen! We love this designer home in Kentfield, CA as an option since it has a gourmet kitchen and plenty of gorgeous space to relax with your party guests.

6. Load up on carbs during a pizza crawl

December birthday parties don’t need to be at home. As an exciting party idea, explore the city with your best buddies and look for some new pizza joints located in every part of town. Rather stay at home since it’s a cold December night? Then create a birthday-themed party around baking pizza in your very own kitchen. That will surely bring out your guests’ inner chefs.

7. Throw a sweet Frozen-themed party

If you are a fan of animated films, you can easily watch Frozen and take inspiration for your December birthday party ideas. Decorate the place with lots of ice and white satin. Set up a dry ice fountain to enhance the space along with twinkle lights. At the end of the party, adults can dance on the misty floor, while any children gather in front of the TV to watch the Frozen movie.

You can also book a spacious themed venue on Peerspace and see if the host has exciting add-ins, like a fog machine or colorful lighting!

Considering a winter wonderland theme? Then we share precisely how to pull one off right here!

8. Plan an elegant and costume-filled birthday gala

Ask guests to dress in character for a fun, themed birthday gala. Ensure you provide plenty of delicious food and drinks to keep all of your revelers well-nourished!

You can also up the decadence level and book a castle on Peerspace to host the party. Yes, we said castle! For instance, check out this European-style castle in Oregon City, OR. It’s a mysterious space filled with spiral staircases, golden chandeliers, stone walls, and other jaw-dropping accents.

9. Go decadent with a chocolate-themed party

Sweeten up the chilly weather with some hot chocolate. Set up a bar where your guests get all the hot chocolate they could possibly want. With some toppings such as marshmallows, chocolate pieces, and sprinkles, you can get more creative. Take inspiration from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to brighten up the venue.

Or, make it easier on yourself and book this literal chocolate factory in Los Angeles, CA through Peerspace! You can even host a chocolate and wine pairing event for your birthday here, which sounds amazing to us.

10. Feed your soul by exploring an art gallery

There is something about the bright white walls, high ceilings, and colorful artwork in most art galleries that just feels like a respite from the harsh weather. So why not host your birthday party at one? This may be one of those December birthday party ideas that leaves you unsure of how to start.

But that’s where Peerspace can step in once again! We connect you with gallery spaces in cities across the globe that you can rent for your birthday party event. For instance, we love this New York-style art gallery in Toronto, ON as a birthday party possibility. It not only features modern and vibrant artwork to brighten up your party, but the host also offers you fun add-on options, like a bartender. Cheers to that!

11. Go tropical to warm up your party atmosphere

One of our favorite December birthday party ideas is to pretend it isn’t even winter. So how do you pull that one off? By booking a tropically-inspired venue on Peerspace! Peerspace has a vast selection of indoor and outdoor event spaces that are dressed to the nines by theme, including those that resemble tropical escapes.

Here are a few of our favorite such spaces so you can see what we mean:

• This tropical jungle outdoor space in Miami, FL (pictured above) with a heated pool, two vintage Airstreams, hammocks, swings, ping-pong tables, and so much more.
• This tropical-inspired Victorian home in London, UK with a pink lounge, marble fireplace, and massive outdoor deck.
• This tropical lushly landscaped backyard in Palmetto Bay, FL with a heated saltwater pool, waterfalls, grottos, and an Airstream pool house.
• This exotic tropical home in the Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles, CA with bohemian decor and a large tropical garden outdoors.
• This tropical poolside paradise in Pasadena, TX with a pool, a hot tub, an outdoor lounge, a barbecue grill, and speakers.

Book any of these spaces and enjoy your very own tropical party without having to worry about the decorations!

12. Cozy up with a vinotyping wine tasting event

Do you love wine? Is your ideal birthday party cozying up with loved ones while sipping your favorite vintages? Then December birthday party ideas like this are tailor-made for you! Start by booking a wine-tasting venue through Peerspace that offers a variety of tasty wines and a guided tasting experience.

One such venue is this elegant wine-tasting venue in Bellevue, WA. It is much more than a wine shop and lounge. It offers you vinotyping services, which means the host will provide custom wines based on your specific wine personality! This can be one of those rare birthdays when you not only have a blast, but you learn something new about yourself, too!

Peerspace is the place to go for December birthday party venues

With these incredible December birthday party ideas under your belt, you just need the perfect birthday party space. For that, why not rely on Peerspace once again? We are happy to be your go-to for event venues. Just check out all the incredible listings your city has and book the one that suits you and the birthday person best! Peerspace venues are clean, safe, and impeccably stylish.

You can book a mansion, cabin, loft, penthouse, yurt, gallery, you name it, many with both indoor and outdoor space. Enjoy your search and an epic December birthday party!

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