Summer is coming and it is time to start planning your company picnic. First thing is first, you want to pick out what type of food to serve at your picnic. However there are a few decisions you are going to have to make about your picnic before you can choose a menu.
Food Ideas For Company Picnics
What time of day will it be held? If it is starting in the morning you will need to make sure to not only supply breakfast but snacks as well.
How long is your company picnic going to last? If it is going to be an all day affair you will have to supply either copious amounts of food or multiple meals.
Will you be serving alcohol? You need to be careful when serving alcohol. One too many drinks can turn a lovely company picnic into a disaster. However if that is not that case then make sure to supply plenty of water and carbohydrates.
Stay within budget
When planning at event for lots of people the cost of food can add up very quickly depending on the choices you make. At first having grilled salmon may sound great, but try feeding that to 200 plus co-workers. Picnic’s typically consist of your standard burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, and so on. But staying within budget doesn’t mean you have to conform to the norm. Here are a few inexpensive food options that serve well for tons of people.
Ratatouille with feta
macaroni and potato salad
biscuits
fried chicken
Greek orzo
grilled shrimp
glazed ham
honey beans
tuna salad
beet salad
Pesto chicken pasta
the list goes on!
Keep it Simple
When serving a lot of people there will be a lot of opinions, likes, and dislikes about the food. It is impossible to cater to everyone’s taste. So make sure to offer an option for the pickiest of eaters. Also don’t forget to supply and option for vegetarians or vegans!
Company picnics are the perfect way to show employees your appreciation. A successful company picnic will result in giving your employees and their families something to look forward to all year long and talk about for months after. They will truly cherish the time and energy you put into making the best company picnic possible.
Picnic Game Ideas for all types of company events and parties.
Encore NW is here to make it easy for you. After working with some of the United States leading banks, corporations, fortune 500 companies, and some of the biggest names in the world, we know everything there is to know about making the most epic company picnic desirable. Working with crowds of 50ppl to those over 50,000, our company picnic planners are here to serve you.
We know the ins and outs and have see the ups and downs of every kind of corporate event. Trust us, we’ve been there.
We have all the tents, tables, chairs, power, and site infrastructure needs covered. Our inventory of equipment, knowledgeable planners, and engaging passion for party planning and special events will all be huge assets to your upcoming celebration.
Pirate theme
Fourth of July Theme
Wipe Out Theme
Medeval Theme
Wild West Theme
Mardi Gras Theme
James Bond theme
And More!
Incorporate Live entertainment:
Live Music; DJ, live bands, karaoke, hosts, MC’s
Live entertainers: clowns, face painters, jugglers, flame blows, stilt walkers, balloon artist, caricature artists
Live acts; hypnotist, magician, comedians
Live acts create an ambiance; setting the tone and mood of your picnic. DJ’s and live bands add music to create an entertaining atmosphere for your guests and employees. DJ’s also make great hosts or announcers for your picnic. Live entertainers also serve as great game or competition leaders because you mustn’t forget to incorporate classic picnic games into your event.
Classic Picnic Games such as tug-a-war, three legged race, sack races, egg-spoon race, and so on, have been hits at picnics for generations. However you can also make your company picnic more contemporary by adding in new and exciting attractions!
These new and contemporary attractions are what turn an ordinary company picnic into something spectacular. Making your company picnic the event of the year and putting others to shame. Your employees will line up again and again to visit each of these attractions gaurenteed.
Lets not forget concessions and fun foods:
Cotton Candy Machines
Hot Dog Machines
Popcorn Machines
Snow Cones
Nacho Machines
Or anything you can imagine!
Don’t forget about feeding those employees who have been working so hard for you all year round. Send your employees and their families home satisfied with the buzz of picnic and carnival food they rarely get to eat. Who can say no to hot dogs and cotton candy? But don’t think the options end there. You name it and we can provide it for you. Remember, we are here to serve you. Would you like an all organic picnic? Or vegetarian and vegan friendly options? We can easily accommodate it. We’ve been doing it for years.
Encore NW is the most expansive event planning, management, and party rental company around. Don’t have time to plan your picnic? We can provide you with the best event planners anywhere around. We are happy to help you with any of your company picnic needs and desires.
