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You’ve decided to plan a company sponsored family fun day. A family fun day can be the perfect way to bring everyone together. Here are a few things to consider as you choose your event location.

Having an appropriate location is important. You will want to find a location that has something for everyone. A nearby state park, amusement park, or city park or fairground is probably your best bet.

State Parks

State parks offer things such as group shelters for picnics, cottages for anyone who wants to stay overnight, swimming areas, places to fish, hiking trails, and even special shows. Most state parks sponsor shows and special events during the summer months. Of course, the types of special events would depend on the focus of the park; but, events could include fishing contests, music concerts, arts and craft shows, night hikes, historical reenactments, cultural events, star gazing, etc.

When considering a state park for your family fun day location, be sure to look at their calendar of events. If you see an event close to the time you would like to hold your family fun day, you may want to make sure your event coincides with the park’s activity. This is a wonderful choice if your employees appreciate the outdoors or scenic environments.

Amusement Parks

Amusement parks often offer group rates on rides and lodging. Many also offer catering and planning assistance, as well as a private picnic area. If you choose not to go with a catering plan, you might consider asking about meal vouchers.

When you choose to hold your event at an amusement park, look for a park with a variety of fun activities that will appeal to children and adults. These activities might include things such as rides, games, arts and crafts, concerts, shows, and a variety of shops.

Local Parks and Fairgrounds

Local parks and fairgrounds are a great choice if you are looking for versatility. Many parks and fairgrounds have picnic shelters, playgrounds, walking trails, large open spaces, picnic tables and grills, and buildings for rent. Depending on your area, some of these parks may also have access to tennis courts, pools, and lakes.

Choosing to make use of local parks and fairgrounds is a good choice for many reasons. Your employees will most likely have a relatively short distance to drive and be familiar with the event area. The children spend less time cooped up in the car. It’s less likely that anyone will get lost while trying to follow the driving directions. This is a definite plus for families with children.

There are so many location possibilities available to you! It’s important to choose the right setting for your group. Knowing their general likes and dislikes will help you choose the right location for your family fun day. No matter where you choose to hold your event, make sure that your location offers something for everyone.

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Are you looking for something special to do for your employees? Consider hosting a family fun day. This is a terrific way to say thank you to your employees and their families. Here are a few tips to get you started.

Summer is a good time to have this event for several reasons. The weather is usually nice. All of the kids are out of school. Your employees have likely been thinking about taking some time off. There’s a good possibility that everyone at the office is getting a little antsy. Now would be a good time to spring the news of the upcoming family fun day.

Focus on family. There are actually two family groups represented at this company event - the company family and the employee family. You will want to do things to ensure that the employee’s family feels that they are part of the company family as well.

Keep speeches short. Although this is a company sponsored function, spouses, significant others, and children do not want to hear about business. The only exception to this is if a few employees are being recognized for something special. Everyone is here to relax so do everything you can to help them do just that.

Dress casually. Make sure that everyone knows to dress casually. Executives sometimes have a problem with this because even their casual clothes can tend to have that “executive look.” By having everyone dress in a t-shirt and shorts or jeans, you are reinforcing the idea that everyone is on the same team. This also helps employees to view executives as equals instead of as taskmasters who are out of the loop.

Make it a weekend event. For some families, it may be a major task to get all the kids loaded in the car and to the event’s location. Consider turning this outing into a weekend event. This will allow everyone to have a great time and rest up before they drive home the next day.

By keeping these things in mind when planning your family fun day, you are bound to have a successful event. Your employees will be more relaxed. The families will feel appreciated. Everyone will be in a better frame of mind. What more can you ask from a company event?

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