Company Holiday Party in Brentwood, TN: What to Decide and When

If you're planning a company holiday party in Brentwood, TN, the first thing to settle is the calendar. Everything else, from the food to the games, is easier once you have a date. So here's the order we'd tackle it in, written for the person who got handed this job on top of their real one. At Crush Yard Nashville, we host holiday parties with indoor pickleball, golf simulators, a full-service restaurant and a sports bar and lounge under one roof.

This Week: Lock Down the Date

December fills up with client dinners, school concerts and family travel, so ask early. Before you reach out, get a quick answer to these:

• Which two or three dates work for leadership?
• Will the party be during the workday, right after work or on a weekend?
• Are spouses, partners or kids invited?
• Would January work better? A new year party dodges the December crunch.

A short poll is plenty here. Don't let it run for two weeks. Pick a first choice and a backup, then send both to us with your rough headcount.

Next: Decide What People Will Actually Do

A party where the only activity is standing around with a drink gets old fast. An activity gives the sales team and the accounting team something to talk about besides work.

Pickleball for the Whole Group

Pickleball is easy to learn, and first-timers are welcome. Mixed teams are a great way to get people from different departments on the same side. If you want someone to get everybody started, ask about a session with one of our pros. A small team that doesn't need a private event can also book courts online or in the Crush Yard Go app, starting at $48 per court per hour.

Golf Simulators for a Smaller Crowd

Some of your team would rather swing a club than chase a ball. Our Swing Suite gives them a place to do that indoors, no matter what December weather is doing.

Nothing at All, and That's Fine

Some guests will just want to eat, talk and watch. Plan for them. Keep the food and seating close to the action, so they feel like part of the party rather than the audience.

After That: Settle Food, Drinks and the Budget

Now you can talk about money. It's the part most people want to do first, but it's much easier once you know your date and your rough plan.

Ask the events team about menu options, including the holiday buffet, and about bar packages or drink tickets. Decide up front whether the company is covering all the drinks or just a few. Also, ask about any dietary needs before you finalize the menu. The team will confirm pricing for your date and group.

Space comes up here too. Depending on your party, the options include the Private Event Room, the Swing Suite, the restaurant dining room and a full venue buyout. You can look through them on our holiday party page.

If your company has a connection to Brentwood Country Club, mention it. We have a partnership with the club, and the team can tell you whether it applies.

Two Weeks Out: Send a Real Invitation

Your team will be coming from all over: Brentwood, Nashville, Franklin, Green Hills, Nolensville and beyond. Give them what they need in one message:

• The address: 330 Franklin Rd, Brentwood, TN 37027
• Start and end times
• Who's invited
• What to wear, including shoes if they plan to play
• A line that says beginners are welcome and playing is optional

Check our Nashville location page for current hours as you set your times.

The Night Of: Keep the Program Short

Here's a simple flow that works for most teams.

Let people arrive and grab a drink. Open up the courts and the golf simulators while the food gets set out. Bring everyone together to eat. Then give a short thank you from the boss, hand out a few silly awards and let people go back to playing. If you need a stage for those remarks, ask us when you plan your space.

One thank you and three laughs beat a 20-minute slideshow every time. If you'd like more ideas for getting a team to mix, read our post on team building in Nashville.

Start With Just Two Numbers

You don't need a finished plan to get started. A date and a headcount are enough. Add anything else you know, like whether you're planning for colleagues only or for families too.

Send it to us through the Nashville event inquiry form, or call (615) 455-5632 if you'd rather talk it through. Then you can get back to your real job.

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