.jpeg){kind=spacer}
If you run a business, you've likely been celebrating a business anniversary for years. Or maybe you’ve just started out and you're celebrating your first company anniversary party (go, you)!
Either way, the importance of business anniversaries doesn't diminish as time goes on: it grows and evolves with the business itself. As such, it's important to celebrate anniversaries in creative ways that keep employees engaged and motivated.
Whether you're celebrating your first birthday, your sweet sixteen, or your business's big 5-0, Confetti is here to help.
Try these ideas for your company anniversary celebrations:
1. Announce your anniversary creatively 🤹
Announcing your anniversary in a creative way is one of the best ways to celebrate. The more unique, the better. 🎨
For example, call a hands-on meeting and have it interrupted by a fake news broadcast, where a professional comedian delivers a special anniversary announcement. Your coworkers will love it! They'll share it with their friends too so everyone knows about how much fun you had at work today.
This is your chance to go all out—better seize it!
2. Host a virtual escape room 🧩
If you're looking for an exciting team building activity for your company's anniversary celebration, then a virtual escape room is a great choice. Escape rooms are one of the best ways to get employees working with each other, possibly with people they’ve never met before! 🤝
The virtual escape room is perfect for company celebrations because it's a fun activity that can be done from anywhere! It gets participants interacting with each other and strategizing together—all while being away from their desks and cubicles (if they have them).
Where to get started 👉 Put your heads together in this virtual escape room!
3. Send out gifts 🎁
A gift is a great way to show your team you care and are thinking of them. Custom corporate gifts can be something as simple as a gift card or coupon, or something as creative as a spa day or aromatherapy class. Here are some ideas to get you started:
- A basket of snacks (and maybe even their favorite candy) will always be appreciated by hungry employees during their break time! 🍪
- A company-branded coffee mug is always fun to use at work. They'll love the reminder of the company each time they reach for their hot drink during breaks! ☕️
Where to get started 👉 Build awesome employee care packages with some gifts and swag!
4. Take a mixology class 🍹
A virtual happy hour is a fun way to celebrate a company anniversary — but first, you’ll want to jazz it up. 😎
The celebration event will be even more special if you bring in someone who knows how to make good drinks—a mixologist! Have them teach everyone how to make their own signature drink (or one similar). After everyone has learned how to create their own concoctions, encourage everyone to share their favorite recipes.
Wanna add some extra flavor to your anniversary event? Consider hosting a happy hour theme night based on the drinks you make!
Where to get started 👉 Learn new cocktail recipes together with a virtual mixology class!
5. Share a photo album of the company's history on social media 📸
If your company is celebrating a milestone anniversary, consider sharing a photo album of the company's history on social media. Include photos of the office and employees and descriptions of any special moments that have occurred in your business. 🤳
This can be a fun way to share information with your current customers, as well as potential new customers who may be interested in finding out more about you!
If you want to ensure your employees keep these memories with them forever, use a service like Mixbook to design unique photo books. You can ship them directly to your employee’s house or the office!
Where to get started 👉 Get creative & customize your photo album on Canva!
6. Host a virtual event with an outside speaker 🗣
If you're looking for an exciting way to host a virtual event with an outside speaker, there's no better way to learn new things than by inviting someone exceptional into your virtual office.
Outside speakers can be great motivators who can help inspire and motivate your team members. Additionally, they can also provide valuable insights into the latest trends in business and technology that are sure to keep everyone on their toes (and learning). 💪
If you want to take things a step further for your company anniversary celebration, consider hosting a virtual event where employees from all over your company speak.
This approach allows people from different departments who might not have otherwise interacted much to get acquainted with each other while learning something new or being inspired along the way! 📚
7. Make a silly all-company dance video 🕺
Ask employees to send in videos of their best (or most embarrassing dances), then compile them into one video to share company-wide. It’s a great way to remind everyone of the company culture and style you want your company to have while showcasing how much fun you have together.
It might seem like a daunting task, but there are some simple ways to make this project go more smoothly:
- Encourage people to submit their own footage. You can also come up with some guidelines for what qualifies as “good enough” (e.g., no music playing in the background)
- Make sure that everyone is aware of any rules around being filmed or being included in the final video
Use this as inspiration 👉 Remember this iconic intro from The Office? Let it inspire your wacky dance vid!
8. Create a special day just for your team members and their favorite things 💙
You can create a special day just for your team members and their favorite things, like a Star Wars theme day or costume party. 🤓
Team members can dress up as their favorite characters, compete against each other in various contests and games, be assigned to create props and costumes for the event, and/or be assigned to create a video or photo montage of the event.
Where to get started 👉 The Confetti Pub has something everyone will love!
.jpeg)
9. Plan an online trivia game with prizes 🤑
An online trivia game is a great way to get your staff members involved and excited about the upcoming anniversary. You can make it custom by asking questions that are related to your company, or pick a theme and ask questions about that. For example, if you own an online clothing store, ask trivia questions about fashion! ✨
As with any contest or game, prizes will help keep things exciting! Suppose you're planning this as a team building activity that's open to all employees (not just managers). In that case, gift cards are always popular because they can be used for anything from groceries to clothing stores like Lululemon, Athletica, and Nordstrom Rack. 👔
Where to get started 👉 Find the best online trivia games here!
.jpeg)
10. Complete a DIY project to help them remember the occasion 🖼
The idea of having your team complete a DIY project is a great way to bring everyone together and help them remember their time with the company. In fact, it’s one of our favorite company anniversary celebration ideas because employees walk away with a tangible memory. Here are some examples:
Where to get started 👉 Unleash your creativity with online arts and crafts activities!
.jpeg)
11. Throw a customer appreciation event 🎊
Company anniversary ideas can be centered around your amazing customers and clients too! Hosting a customer appreciation event can strengthen and build new relationships while showing your gratitude.
Consider offering exclusive discounts, hosting a virtual meet-and-greet, or providing a behind-the-scenes look at your company. These activities not only celebrate your milestone but also engage your customers in a meaningful way.
How to get started 👉 Our Get to Know Your Customers Day collection is full of events that are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
12. Make it a volunteer day 🤝
Turn your business anniversary celebrations into a day of giving back. Organize a volunteer day where employees can participate in community service projects. This could include virtual volunteering opportunities or local initiatives.
Giving back not only strengthens team bonds but also reinforces a sense of corporate social responsibility and community engagement.
13. Give out Employee Service Awards 🏅
Recognize and celebrate the hard work and dedication of your employees by hosting an employee service awards event.
Create fun, unique award titles like:
- "Most Likely to Brighten Your Day"
- "Best Problem Solver"
- "Office DJ"
This not only boosts morale but also reinforces the value of each team member's contributions to the company's success.
How to get started 👉Turn your Employee Awards into a round of Workplace Gratitude, where employees can give anonymous compliments to their peers.
Celebrate company anniversaries with Confetti 🥳
As you can see, there are a lot of ways to celebrate your company anniversary. These team building activities are just the tip of the iceberg. If none of these ideas suit your business or you'd like something more personalized, talk with us about how we can help!
No matter how many years in business you're celebrating, from 1 to 5 to 20 years, we're always happy to brainstorm new ideas and collaborate on anniversary events that fit your needs. Schedule a call to talk with our team today!
Frequently Asked Questions ⁉️
How do you celebrate your 5 year company anniversary?
Hosting a virtual or in-person party for employees is a great way to bring everyone together. Personal mementos like creating a video highlighting major achievements over the years (or the team’s personality) can showcase the company’s journey. Sending personalized thank-you notes to employees and clients expresses gratitude, and launching a special product or service can mark the occasion memorably.
What is the purpose of a company anniversary celebration?
A company anniversary celebration serves several purposes, such as recognizing the hard work and dedication of employees. It is an opportunity to reflect on the company’s growth and achievements over the years, strengthen company culture and team spirit, and promote a sense of pride and belonging among employees. Plus, it enhances the company’s brand and reputation, fostering stronger relationships with clients and stakeholders.
What are some budget-friendly company anniversary celebration ideas?
Budget-friendly ideas include sending employees meal gift cards for a virtual team lunch, organizing a virtual talent show, or planning a virtual happy hour. You can also create a company trivia game, create a photo slideshow of the company's history to share, or offer a day off voucher as a special treat.
