Holiday time around the office can be a lot of fun. I remember fondly over the years the month from Thanksgiving to Christmas at the office. My coworkers and I would decorate our offices and cubicles for the season. It’s just a time of year where everyone appears to be in the holiday spirit.
Sprucing up the office for the holidays is a fun and easy way to boost morale and spread some seasonal spirit among the workforce. From a small Christmas tree on your desktop to more creative themes, there are countless ways to add a festive twist to your workplace.
And on the home front, decorating your kitchen is extremely popular during the holidays. Pulling out the boxes of Christmas kitchen decor is a fun way to kick off the holidays.
As far as decorating your workspace, I’ll present below many different ideas to set the holiday mood in your office at home or at the workplace.
1. Festive Garland Draped on Desk
Draping a festive garland across your desk is a simple way to add holiday cheer to your office. You can also add some holiday ornaments like a silver star, a reindeer, snowflake, and Christmas bulbs.
2. Mini Christmas Tree For Your Workspace
A mini Christmas tree is a decorative or festive way to add some holiday cheer to your desktop. You can choose from vintage Christmas decorations or modern Christmas decor to match your working style.
3. Holiday Wreath On Office Door
A holiday wreath on your office door is a seasonal way to spread holiday cheer. Choose a traditional style or a modern one that suits your style. It sets a festive tone and brilliantly welcomes visitors, coworkers, and customers into your workplace!
4. String Lights Around Office Walls
String lights are a simple way to add some holiday cheer to your workspace. You can even leave them up all-year long to add some festivity to your workspace. Drape them around your office walls for a warm glow that brightens up those long workdays.
5. Cozy Holiday Throw Pillows
Throw pillows can add a seasonal cozy ambiance to your office chairs this holiday season. Choose colorful designs that reflect minimalist decor or vintage Christmas decorations for a festive vibe.
6. Office Shelf Christmas Ornaments
Decorate office shelves with ornaments and string lights is a fun way to add some sparkle to your office holiday decor. Choose a mix of vintage Christmas ornaments such as a reindeer and miniature Christmas tree as well as modern Christmas decor to create a unique look.
7. Holiday-Themed Bulletin Board
A holiday-themed bulletin board is a fun way to add festive cheer in your workplace. You can use holiday greetings, bright colors, miniature reindeer, snowflake garland, and even mini Christmas trees to create a festive look. A novel way of creating your holiday greeting, as seen above, is to use Scrabble pieces to spread good cheer!
8. Holiday Stockings
Hanging holiday stockings in the office is a fun way to spread holiday cheer. You can fill them with small chocolate treats like truffles or small desk decor accessories that reflect each employee’s personality.
9. Snowflake Window Clings For A Winter Touch
Snowflake window stickers are a fun way to add a festive holiday vibe to your office. They’re easy to apply and remove, making them perfect for robust holiday office decor.
10. Festive Candle Holders
Brighten up your office with festive candle holders featuring colorful holiday candles. These modern Christmas decor pieces add a warm touch to your office environment.
11. Seasonal Coffee Station With Holiday Mugs
Transform your coffee station into a cozy holiday spot with festive mugs and Christmas decorations. Use a mix of modern Christmas decor and vintage Christmas decorations to create a warm holiday ambiance. Add a mini Christmas tree and multicolored lights for that extra touch of holiday cheer!
12. Holiday-Inspired Pinecone Garland
Spruce up your workspace with holiday-inspired pinecone garland! This DIY Christmas office decor accessory can be created from natural elements found in your own backyard.
13. Hang a Christmas Wreath from Office Walls
Adding a Christmas wreath to your office walls is a wondrous and festive decor idea to spruce up your workspace. You can even add some twinkling string lights to the Christmas wreath.
14. Christmas Shelf Decorations
Create a fun Christmas decor office shelf in your office holiday space to spread joy and laughter. Use miniature Christmas trees, tree ornaments, and brightly-colored pottery to create that holiday spirit vibe!
15. Holiday-Scented Diffuser For A Cozy Atmosphere
Holiday-scented diffusers can really brighten up your office space. They fill the air with warm, inviting scents that make the workplace feel festive and cozy. Pair them with minimalist Christmas decor such as an earthen vase with dried flowers to create a Christmas vibe!
16. Small Poinsettia Plants On Desks
Poinsettia plants are a cheerful addition to any office space or home during the holiday season. Their vibrant red leaves bring a pop of color and scream holiday decor for any workspace.
17. Holiday Department Decorating Contest
Get everyone in the holiday spirit with a department decorating contest! Encourage various departments to compete against each other and show off their creativity using DIY desk decor and festive vintage Christmas decorations.
18. Hanging Mistletoe In Common Areas
Hanging classic mistletoe in the office is a novel and fun way to spread holiday cheer at the office. It invites playful employee interactions and can brighten up your space with a vibe of classic holiday charm.
19. Snow Globe Display On Reception Desk
There is nothing that screams Christmas like snow globes. They can make a charming addition to your holiday office decor. They bring a touch of nostalgic whimsy which is perfect for corporate Christmas decorations.
20. Festive Green Garland Wrapped Around Stair Railings
Festive stair railing decorations add a festive touch to a corporate workplace during the holiday season. Christmas garland on the railings certainly add a holiday touch!
21. Holiday-Inspired Wall Art Prints
Brighten up your office with holiday-inspired bold and colorful wall art prints! These fun pieces can range from current Christmas decor to retro Christmas decorations, adding a festive touch to any workspace.
22. Gingerbread House Display
Bring some sweet vintage charm to your workspace with a tempting gingerbread house display! This fun DIY desk decor adds a festive touch and can be a great conversation starter during office holiday gatherings. You can make it at home with your kids and carefully bring it into the office.
23. Candy Cane Jar On Every Desk
Candy canes scream the holiday season! Add a touch of sweetness to your workspace with a candy cane jar on every desk. This is probably the only time of year when candy canes are available so make it a point to get your fill!
24. Christmas Cookies for Coworkers
Make it a point on the weekend to bake a batch of Christmas cookies for your coworkers. If you’re not much of a baker, you can always stop by the local shopping center and pick up a tin of scrumptious Christmas cookies to share with your coworkers.
25. Holiday Chocolates
There is nothing like a box of chocolates during the holiday season. Spread some chocolate cheer among your coworkers this season and you’ll be the hit of the office!
26. Wooden Toy Soldier Display
The Nutracker is a holiday tradition that my family took in almost every holiday season. Displaying a set of wooden toy soldiers on your desktop or anywhere in your office is a seasonal decor addition that will set the mood!
27. Christmas Village Display
A Christmas village display on a filing cabinet in your office sets the tone for your holiday cheer. You can collect a new piece each year to add to your collection. This is a great way to kick off the holiday season and brighten up your workspace at the same time.
Setting your work environment up for the holidays can make a big impact on the workforce. I hope the suggestions above help you decorate your corporate office or individual workspace for a festive holiday season.
Bob has been blogging for over 20 years and has been an office and cubicle dweller for more than 35 years. He has been featured in numerous online publications such as US News and World Report, Bustle, and Work Awesome (you can read his articles here). He created the popular office website CubicleBliss in January 2011 and rebranded it as WorkspaceBliss in April 2020.
In the office he’s been an IT Manager, Applications Engineer, Systems Analyst, Software Project leader, and Programmer Analyst in his long career. He’s a Certified Microsoft Professional and possesses a Masters of Science degree and two Bachelor of Science degrees, one of those in Informational Technology.
During his career he has worked in the office full-time, as a hybrid remote worker, and has worked from home permanently.
