Hosting Friendsgiving in Your New Home

Now that you’ve purchased your new home, hosted a memorable housewarming party, and developed a maintenance routine, it’s time to celebrate your first holiday season as a homeowner! Friendsgiving is the perfect way to kick things off. Whether you’re an experienced entertainer or hosting for the first time, these Friendsgiving ideas will help you create a memorable gathering for your closest friends.

Plan the Perfect Friendsgiving Menu

Food is central to any Friendsgiving gathering, so start by arranging a potluck-style meal. This approach ensures variety and allows everyone to share the load of food prep. Here are some Friendsgiving food ideas:

Classic Thanksgiving Favorites: The turkey and mashed potatoes are a must. If you’re feeling ambitious, prepare the main course yourself or ask a friend who loves to cook to pitch in.

Creative Side Dishes: Add something out of the box, like roasted sweet potatoes with a honey drizzle or a savory pumpkin and sage pasta.

Delightful Desserts: Pumpkin pie is a traditional favorite, but you can also serve mini cheesecakes or spiced apple cider donuts!

Related: Top Tips to Prepare Your New Home for Thanksgiving

Set the Scene With Cozy Decor

Your new home is the perfect spot for hosting a cozy Friendsgiving that showcases your style! Check out our fall decorating ideas to give your space that festive touch:

Rustic Fall Decor: Incorporate pumpkins, plaid table runners, and small plants as centerpieces to bring the beauty of fall indoors.

Comfortable Seating: Rearrange furniture to ensure there’s ample space for dining and relaxing. Add throw blankets, pillows, and alternative seating like beanbags or poof chairs so everyone has room to make themselves at home.

Aesthetic Lighting: Use string lights, candles, and lanterns to set a warm, inviting mood. You can instantly transform your entire space by using color-changing lighting⎯giving you endless and easy decorations throughout the year.

Hosting Tips for Stress-Free Fun

Making a hosting plan in advance makes your Friendsgiving enjoyable for both you and your guests!

Meal Prep: Cook some dishes early and set up your dining area the night before. Our holiday preparation guide offers excellent strategies to get ahead of the game.

Delegate, Delegate, Delegate: Your friends will likely be eager to help. Have someone pick up last-minute ingredients, manage the music, or assist with post-dinner cleanup.

Prioritize Maintenance: Hosting guests is much easier when your home is in great shape. Refer to our home maintenance tips to keep everything running smoothly.

Looking Ahead to Thanksgiving 2024

Friendsgiving is just the beginning of your holiday hosting adventures. As you celebrate and create cherished memories, imagine all the future gatherings your new home will host. And if you’re still searching for the perfect place to make these dreams a reality, Peachtree Building Group has move-in ready homes waiting for you.

Take advantage of our current incentives and make your homeownership dream come true before the holidays!