Have Fun on 17th of August Celebration at the Office

The celebration of Indonesia's Independence Day on August 17^th is always a moment filled with nationalism and togetherness. Why not bring that spirit to the workplace this year? Imagine the fun of interdepartmental competitions, wearing costumes that boost national pride, unique Independence Day-themed prizes and merchandise, and decorating the office together. It would be incredibly festive. So, Guys, how do you organize a 17^th of August celebration at the office, from cool event concepts to unique merchandise? Let's discuss it together!

Theme and Event Concept

The 17th of August celebration at the office isn’t just about celebrating Independence Day, but also strengthening relationships among employees and boosting work spirit. Creative and spirited themes and concepts will make the celebration an unforgettable moment, a fun break to refresh the mind.

Here are some creative ideas reflecting the spirit of moving forward together that can be the event theme and concept to liven up the Independence Day event at your office:

• New Archipelago

  A theme centered on Indonesia’s cultural and natural wealth. Each division or department can represent a specific region with traditional attire, dress codes and decorations reflecting regional diversity.

• Advanced Indonesia

  Combine the spirit of independence with Indonesia’s developmental progress. Create decorations like miniatures of high-speed trains, LRTs, etc., combined with digital and futuristic nuances while showcasing elements of the struggle.

• Retro Independence

  Showcase the style of the 1945 era with retro clothes and vintage decorations from the independence period. Nostalgia while remembering the heroes' struggles is also great!

While for the event concepts, align with the chosen theme. What activities can you try? Check these out:

• Mini Flag Ceremony

  Conduct a simple flag-raising ceremony in the office yard. It enhances nationalism and promotes team spirit and togetherness.

• Red and White Parade

  A small carnival around the office with dress codes matching the event theme will add excitement.

• Competitions

  Organize lively competitions involving all employees including management.

• Art Performances

  Music, dance, or drama performances around independence will make the event more colorful and festive.

Competitions

For competitions, create unique ones different from typical 17^th of August games. Competitions without tools can also be exciting!

• Guess the Movement

  A team-based guessing game. Give one team member a sentence with three words to act out, while the team guesses the correct answer. Example: “buried alive,” etc. It’s super fun!

• Typing Competition

  Speed typing competition, for example, typing the proclamation text. Set a time limit, and the fastest with the fewest typos wins. This can be a team competition, with others cheering on their representative. Add unique rules like allowing team members to verbally distract opponents. Guaranteed fun!

• Lemon Eating Competition

  Eating lemons brings health benefits and fun. Participants eat lemon slices simultaneously, and the judge determines the winner based on who shows the least reaction.

• Laughing Endurance Competition

  Team members take turns making the opponent laugh. The one who laughs first loses. If neither team succeeds, both lose. It’s bound to make everyone laugh and create a lively atmosphere!

• Blindfolded Item Retrieval

  Retrieving items becomes challenging when blindfolded with a cone hat. Set the items and their locations, and the fastest to find and retrieve them will be the winner.

• Balloon Popping Competition

  Tie a balloon to each participant’s foot. The goal is to pop others' balloons while protecting your own. The last one with an intact balloon is the winner.

You can also include traditional 17^th of August games like tug-of-war between divisions, as it strengthens teamwork and brings joy. Classic games like cracker-eating or sack races in traditional attire are also great. The key is fun, excitement, and everyone having a good time!

Decorations and Equipment

To enhance the festive atmosphere of the 17^th of August celebration at the office, modern decorations that match the theme are essential. Decorating with colleagues can also be a fun way to bond as well as share skills and creativity. What decorations should you include? Check these out!

• Nationalism Spirit: various sizes and materials of red and white flags for decoration around the office and on the walls.

• Stage Setup: create a stage decorated in red and white hues. Add red and white balloons around it, along with a backdrop or banner for the celebration, and don’t forget balloons or signage of numbers 79 for the 79^th Independence Day.

• Hanging Decorations: use lanterns or hanging ornaments and balloons for the ceiling.

• Red and White Photo Booth: a photo booth with a red and white theme and props related to the independence struggle.

• Department Banners: each department can create a banner or poster representing their field, with the Independence Day theme. These can also be part of a decoration competition.

For necessary equipment and accessories, ensure they align with the red and white theme such as scarves, pins, flag stickers, or hats/crowns.

Merchandise

Merchandise or souvenirs and interesting prizes are also important to be prepared especially to motivate participants. You can prepare these such prizes:

• Flash drives and power banks using the Independence Day theme.

• Special red and white designed e-money cards with preloaded balance.

• Stationery or office supplies designed with a red and white theme.

• Coolly designed laptop bags or daypacks.

• Company T-shirts specially made for the 79th Independence Day celebration.

• Lunchbox Sets. It’s useful for employees who bring their own lunch.

• Cash Prizes. Door prizes in the form of cash bouquets decorated with Independence Day trinkets.

So, Guys, are you ready to welcome the 17^th August celebration at your office?

Start planning the event, preparing the equipment, decorations, and merchandise. If you don’t want the hassle, you can collaborate with EastPro Event Organizer for your office’s 17^th of August celebration. EastPro will manage the event concepts, entertainers, decorations, as well as the custom merchandise. Various unique souvenirs or merchandise to enliven your office’s 17th of August celebration can be designed with EastPro’s creativity and innovation.

Let’s make the 17^th of August celebration at the office cool and memorable with EastPro, an event organizer from Citra Mandiri Kreatif Group with experience in organizing large scale office and corporate events. EastPro also provides office event souvenirs and custom company merchandise for various events. Contact EastPro now for a more festive office event collaboration!