Harvest festival and thanksgiving season is here! Celebrate this annual turkey feast virtually.

Here’s a rundown of some Thanksgiving online party ideas that can help you pull off an amazing celebration. After all, virtual holiday parties are important in 2021 as these help maintain strong connections between friends and loved ones you can’t see in person due to social distancing.

Do a head count! Prepare your online Thanksgiving party guest list ideal for your video or conference call. You can invite as many guests as your video conferencing platform allows.

Choose your video chat or conference call service. Whether your party activities require face-to-face interaction or not, it’s best to see everyone! You can choose from any of these video chat services: Zoom, Skype, Houseparty, Facetime (Apple) or Google Hangouts to get you started on your virtual Thanksgiving party.

Choose a creative, one-of-a-kind virtual theme party and party game to keep the fun and entertainment going – to add a lot of personal touch to make the party truly unique. Find inspiration for your party decoration and party game ideas.

EXTRA TIP: If you are planning to create your own games, make sure that you try these games before your event and ensure that you also know how to play it. You an go for a virtual escape game, scavenger hunt, or even a specially themed trivia game.

Send virtual invitations (via email or social media) and collect RSVPs.

Get your party costume or outfit ready. Encourage everyone to dress up creatively for your online costume theme party. Find great costume ideas for your themed Thanksgiving party here.

Send reminders on the day of the event. To ensure that your guests won’t forget about your special virtual event, try sending event reminders several hours before your online party.

Now you’re all set for a socially distanced, virtual Thanksgiving celebration. Find other Thanksgiving party supplies to help make your special Thanksgiving 2020 online happen.

Don’t forget to browse our quick, think-ahead PARTY CHECKLIST to help you pull off an amazing Thanksgiving Party.