Christmas party sign-up sheet

December calendars fill up quickly, and nobody has time for a long email chain about appetizers. Share this list once, let people claim what suits their schedule, and see what is still open.

A list for 20 people

Change anything before you share it.

Food

Appetizer 4 spots
Main dish 2 spots
Christmas cookies or dessert 4 spots

Drinks and supplies

Drinks 2 spots
Hot cocoa supplies 1 spot
Plates, cups and napkins 1 spot

Setup

Decorations 1 spot
Help with cleanup 1 spot

Use this list

Print a paper copy instead

Tips for your Christmas party

Share it earlier than feels necessary

Weekends in December book up, so send your date and sheet right after Thanksgiving.

Lean on make-ahead dishes

Dips, cookies and slow-cooker dishes travel well and let guests prepare in advance.

Think about warm food

Oven and outlet space runs out at parties. Ask people to bring dishes in a slow cooker, or ones that are good at room temperature.

Run a gift swap separately

If you are adding a gift exchange, keep the spending limit and rules in the event details so the food list stays simple.

Common questions

What should I ask guests to bring to a Christmas party?

Appetizers, cookies, drinks and paper goods are the easiest requests, while the host handles the main dish or the space.

Does this work for an office Christmas party?

Yes. Coworkers can sign up from a shared link, with no login and no reply-all thread.

Can I add a cookie plate or secret gift list?

You can rename or add any item, including a cookie plate. For gift names, use a dedicated gift exchange tool.