what are the main things to plan for company dinner & dance?

Answer 1

Venue
Furniture
Food
Muscis equipment
DJ
Dance floor
Evite

Answer 2

I have attended many dinners and it mostly depends on what you have to offer for entertainment. If there's nothing going on your people will have dinner,talk for a while and leave. I think the main things are a dinner, some time to chat amongst the people at their table and entertainment. Entertainment can last until the last hour you have the room for. I would suggest some Kareaoke or some fun group games. You can even hold a a pie auction to raise money for next year's dinner. Just get a couple of tin pie pans, some whip cream,and maybe some toppings for those that want to go a bit a little extra. Management,supervisors and leads can become special "targets" for higher bids. It's fun. People will regret they didn't bring their cameras. Try this link. I'm sure you'll find some great ideas.
http://www.partygameideas.com/familypartygames.htm

Answer 3

Food and entertainment. Call around and get estimates for a catorering company. I remember playing this at my wife's company dinner. Everyone sits in their own table and takes turns telling 3 things about themself, one of them is a lie.

Example:
I have been to every continent in the world.
I won't use green towels.
I once had a ferret but it was killed by my cat.

Then everyone else at the table guesses on which is the lie by writing it on a piece of paper. Or the entire table can make a group vote. After this we danced, but the music was dull. Many of the employees were making fun of the music because it was so 80's.

Answer 4

Where to hold the company dinner & dance: do they have the space? dance floor?

What is the source of the music? band / dj?

Food: who will do the catering? and for how much?

You'll also need to make sure that each of these elements will be able to interact. Sound equipment needs access to electricity, will the location be able to provide that? If you get a band, will they need extra space for breaks or to warm-up? If you get a band, will they have any extra requirements that you'll need to plan for? Some locations may not allow outside catering; and some caterers may need access to a kitchen or set-up area.

Then you'll need to worry about getting your employees there. How do you want to invite them? If you get special invitations made up you'll need to plan for how far in advance you'll need to order the cards (and this doesn't include the time and expense in mailing them).

Lots to think about. Good luck!

Answer 5

It shouldbe nice and sober,with a proper mix of invitees that do not embarass anyone.