No office Christmas party this year? We’ve got you covered.
Why Freelancers and the Self Employed Need Their Own Christmas Party
When you work for yourself, December hits a little differently. There is no office Christmas tree magically appearing overnight, no inbox full of calendar invites, no awkward Secret Santa draw and no catered lunch where you politely pretend to like everyone’s partners. Freelancers and the self employed get freedom and flexibility, but we also miss out on one very underrated perk of traditional workplaces: the end of year celebration.
A Christmas party is more than a glass of bubbles and a few canapés. It is a moment to slow down, acknowledge your hard work and feel part of something bigger than your laptop and to do list. For many freelancers, the year can feel like a blur of hustle, deadlines and quietly achieving big things on your own. Without a dedicated celebration, the wins can slip by without ever being acknowledged.
That is exactly why freelancers deserve a Christmas party just as much as everyone else. Maybe even more.
On a personal note
When Sherry decided to take the leap and stand Conscious Connection as her own business, she was not expecting the feeling of FOMO that hit when party season rolled around. Suddenly there were no’ wild office Christmas party antics, no team lunch that accidentally turned into a six hour afternoon, no silly awards or messy dance floors. And she knew she could not be the only one feeling it. There are freelancers, creatives, digital nomads and small business owners all over Melbourne who quietly miss the buzz of a shared celebration.
And what about people who have just moved to Australia or Melbourne? For anyone away from family, building a new social circle or navigating a big life change, the holiday season can feel a little empty. There are countless reasons why someone might find themselves lonely or without plans in December. Sherry saw all of this and realised that if she was craving connection, others were too.
Enter Conscious Connection’s Friendsmas
So she decided to throw Friendsmas with strangers. A warm, welcoming end of year celebration for anyone who did not have a built in group to celebrate with. Friendsmas is designed for anyone who wants a festive night that feels comfortable, social and full of good energy. Think easy conversation, fun activities and a room full of people who genuinely want to meet and connect.
It is the kind of event where you can show up solo and still feel completely welcomed. You can make new friends, potential collaborators or just enjoy a night where you feel part of a community instead of a team of one.
If you're looking for a Christmas party to join, where everyone comes solo and you're all there to have fun, meet new people and get into some festive fun - join us for Friendsmas!
