Christmas Party Ideas: Create a Magical Aussie Christmas With Partyland

Christmas in Australia is all about warm weather, relaxed catch-ups and making memories with family, friends and colleagues. Partyland brings together Christmas costumes, decorations, balloons and tableware so you can style every celebration in one easy shop, without your planning feeling stressful.

Why choose Partyland for Christmas?

We are a Sydney-based, family-owned party store with one of the biggest online ranges of costumes, balloons and party supplies in Australia, plus physical stores for locals who prefer to browse in person. The dedicated Christmas collection gathers festive costumes, accessories, balloons and decor into a single hub, making it easy to pull together a complete Christmas look for any event.

Due to Partyland offering delivery Australia-wide and services like helium balloon inflation in-store for Sydney customers, it works just as well for at-home celebrations as it does for office parties, school events and community gatherings.

Christmas costumes for every occasion

Our Christmas costume online range covers babies, kids, adults and even pets, so everyone can join in the fun. You will find classic Santa suits and Mrs Claus costumes, cheeky elf outfits, nativity characters, angels, reindeer and novelty festive pieces.

The collection includes both full costumes and simple accessories, and it suits all dress codes, from relaxed backyard barbecues to fully themed work parties.

Dress-up ideas for families

Family dress-ups are an easy way to create joyful Christmas photos and traditions:

• Santa and his helpers: One adult in a classic Santa costume, others as elves or reindeer using Santa hats, ears and fun Christmas accessories from the Christmas collection.
• Nativity at home: Kids dress as Mary, shepherds, wise men and angels using nativity costumes, perfect for Christmas Eve storytelling or school plays.
• Aussie summer Christmas looks: Light dresses, festive shirts and T‑shirts paired with Santa hats or headbands give you a relaxed, weather-appropriate take on Christmas outfits.

Dress-up ideas for work parties

Work Christmas parties often call for something festive but office-friendly:

• Festive accessories only: Encourage staff to add Santa hats, reindeer ears, Christmas ties or novelty glasses over regular clothes using accessories from the Christmas collection.
• Colour theme: Ask everyone to dress in red, green, gold or silver, then suggest adding Christmas headbands, necklaces or light-up accessories for extra fun.
• Christmas characters: Guests can choose Santa, Mrs Claus, elves or snowmen using adult costumes from Partyland’s Christmas and general costumes ranges.

Dress-up ideas for kids’ parties

For kids, comfort and imagination are key:

• Elf Workshop: Young guests dress as elves, reindeer, or toy soldiers, with a nearby craft table featuring simple party supplies for decorating ornaments or cards.
• Angel and star parade: Angel wings, halos and star wands make a gentle, magical theme for younger children and look great in photos.
• Christmas dress-up corner: Set up a rack of costumes and a basket of hats, beards and props from the Christmas collection so kids can build their own look.
  
  

Transform your space with decorations and balloons

Costumes set the tone, but decorations and balloons turn any venue into a festive space. Partyland’s Christmas range includes tree decorations, hanging decor and statement pieces, while the broader decorations and party supplies categories offer versatile items you can use year after year.

Create a magical Christmas table

A well-styled Christmas table instantly makes your gathering feel special, and Partyland’s tableware and party supplies make it easy to bring a theme together.

Choose your Christmas colour palette

Start by choosing a simple colour scheme such as classic red and green, gold and white, or a modern blush and metallic look. Explore coordinating plates, cups, napkins and decor in the party supplies collection:

Layer plates, napkins and cups

• Use themed or coloured plates and napkins as the base from the party supplies collection.
• Add coordinating cups and straws for drinks, especially useful for outdoor and kids’ events.
  

Mix plain metallic plates with patterned Christmas napkins or swap in festive dessert plates for a subtle touch. This keeps the table on-theme without feeling cluttered.

Add height with centrepieces and balloons

Height and texture make a table feel more intentional and photogenic:

• Create low centrepieces using small Christmas trees, candles (real or LED) and baubles from the Christmas collection, spaced along the centre of the table.
• Place a small Christmas balloon bouquet or a few festive foil balloons near the end of the table.

Personalise each place setting

Small personalised touches make guests feel considered:

• Tie napkins with ribbon and add simple tags with each guest’s name, plus a small ornament or candy cane.
• Use themed cups, favour boxes or mini bags at each setting, filled with chocolates or small toys, drawing from party supplies.
  
  

Simple Christmas party ideas using Partyland products

• Backyard “Aussie Summer Santa” barbecue: A Santa or elf costume for the host, festive accessories for guests, relaxed tableware and Christmas balloons to frame the outdoor space.
• Kids’ Christmas dress-up and craft party: A mix of nativity and elf costumes, a dress-up corner, balloon clusters and a craft station using simple party supplies.
• Cosy Christmas movie night: Matching pyjamas or accessories, a small Christmas table setup with themed snack bowls and cups, plus a few statement balloons or decorations to frame the TV area.
  
  

Summary

Christmas is one of the few times of year when costumes, colour and a bit of over-the-top sparkle are not just allowed but encouraged, and Partyland makes it easy to bring all of that together in a way that still feels relaxed and uniquely Australian. From dress-ups for every age to thoughtful table details, balloons and decorations, you can mix and match pieces from the Christmas collection and core party ranges to suit your style, budget and type of celebration. Whether you are hosting a backyard barbecue, office get-together or cosy movie night at home, a few well-chosen party supplies are all it takes to turn your Christmas gathering into something guests will remember long after the last leftovers are gone.