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November 26, 2019 Posted by PARTY PLANNING SOLUTIONS

The Best Ugly Sweater Ideas for Christmas Parties

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ugly sweater ideas for christmas parties

Dreadful holiday sweaters have long been enshrined in popular holiday culture and it’s a tried and true Christmas party theme for a reason.

Ugly Sweaters are just the best! Not only are they hilarious to look at, getting into the holiday spirit is just easy with this theme.

The concept is simple. Throw a Christmas party and invite your guests to come dressed in their most hideous sweater. Doesn’t matter if they find it at goodwill, buy it online or get creative with their DIY skills 😉 The uglier the better! Don’t forget to give a prize for the Best Ugly Sweater at the end of the festivities.

Ugly Sweater Party Ideas

Stuck for an idea for your holiday party? Stick with this classic theme!

We’ve got the low down on the best ugly sweater ideas for Christmas parties, so read on… 

Easy Ugly Sweater Party Invitation Ideas

It’s time to get everyone hyped for your bash. Make sure your invite is funny and contains all the important details:

  • Date/Time
  • Location/ Address
  • Mention of the Contest/Prizes
  • Is there a Gift Exchange?
  • RSVP Information
Free Ugly Christmas Sweater Invite
Free Ugly Christmas Sweater Invite
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DIY Ugly Sweater Party Invitation
DIY Ugly Sweater Party Invitation
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Free Printable Ugly Sweater Celebration Invitation
Free Printable Ugly Sweater Celebration Invitation
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Awesome Party Decorations

Little Knitted Christmas Pullovers

The tackier the better is our rule of thumb for this party theme 😉 It’s time to pull out all the stops for your ugly sweater party decorations!

A Ballot Box for the Contest

If you’re hosting a contest for the best ugly sweater, voting is in order! Why not have guests cast their votes in style?

Ugly Sweater Ballot Box
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Fun Balloons to Enhance the theme

The giant holiday light style balloons actually light up! Definitely fun, definitely tacky!

Giant Balloon Christmas Lights Craft
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Ugly Sweater Party Banner

Add to the holiday spirit with a party banner for your bash!

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Although this party banner has a Clark Griswold Christmas vacation feel, it’s so fitting for ugly sweater festivities!

jolliest bunch of assholes party banner with holly cut outs
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Deck Out The Dessert Table
Ugly Sweater Party Dessert Table
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Ugly Sweater Party Table
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Ugly Sweater Party Table Decorated
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Ugly Sweater Paper Lanterns
Ugly Sweater Paper Lanterns
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Don’t forget to Say Cheese!

A good party host knows that quality pictures are a must! If you’re hosting an ugly sweater shindig, then it’s a prime opportunity for hilarious pics!

Tacky Photo Frame For An Ugly Sweater Party
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DIY Ugly Sweater Straw Toppers

Such a quick and easy idea! Use stickers to create adorable straw toppers and impress guests with your attention to detail!

DIY Ugly Christmas Sweater Straw Toppers
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Tasty Ugly Sweater Party Food Ideas

funny gingerbread cookies wearing ugly holiday sweaters and eyes and a mustache

Although the best ugly sweater contest is the focal point of the celebration, you still need to ensure your guests don’t leave hungry!

Check out these delicious ideas:

Party Appetizers to Kick off the Celebration

Christmas Deviled Eggs
Christmas Deviled Eggs Recipe
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Christmas Stocking Hot dogs
Hotdog Christmas Stockings
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Ornament Mini Bagel Bites

Ornament Bagel Bites are quick and easy and certainly can be made to be tacky!

Mini Bagel Ornaments
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Bacon Wrapped Tater Tots
Bacon Wrapped Tater Tots
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Fun Party Snacks

Santa Crunch popcorn
Santa Crunch Popcorn
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Christmas Crack Pretzels
Christmas Crack Pretzels
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Tasty Christmas Party Foods

Ugly Sweater Pizzas

These sweater pizzas are a unique appetizer to add to your party menu!

Ugly Sweater Pizza
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Cranberry Barbecue Meatballs
Cranberry Barbecue Meatballs
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Christmas Sweater Sandwiches

These open faced sandwiches fit the bill. Get creative with your ingredients or styles, but you get the concept 😉

Ugly Sweater Sandwiches
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Sweet Treats & Dessert

Cupcakes a la Ugly Sweater!
Ugly Christmas Sweater Cupcakes
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Tacky Cookies

Everyone can appreciate a good cookie. Even novice bakers won’t have problems when it comes time to decorate them 🤣

Fun Ugly Shirt Cookies
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Holiday Sweater Cookies
Ugly Sweater Cookies
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Christmas Drunken Cherries
Christmas Drunken Cherries
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Cake is Always a Good Idea!

Classic Ugly Sweater Cake
Ugly Sweater Cake
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Tacky Sweater Cake
Green Ugly Sweater Cake
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Dress Up Your Ice Cream cake!
Ice Cream Ugly Sweater Cake
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Green Ugly Sweater Cake
Ugly Sweater Cake Ideas
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Festive Adult Beverages

Champagne Punch
Insanely Awesome Champagne Punch
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Wine… but with fun ugly sweater labels!
Ugly Sweater Wine Bottles
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White Christmas Martini
White Christmas Martini Recipe
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Homemade Boozy Eggnog
Boozy Eggnog with candy cane on glass
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Fun Party Games

Couple With Christmas Party Props In Ugly Sweaters

If fun is your jam, then make sure to incorporate some party games into the festivities. Here are some of our favorites:

Ugly Sweater Bingo

Bingo is always a fun party game. Dress it up with ugly sweaters for this party theme.Ugly Sweater Bingo

Pin The Ornament on the Sweater

You got it! Just like pin the tail on the donkey, only uglier! Find a hideous sweater and hang it where you’d like to play the game. Isolate the spot where the ornament should go. Then blindfold players and watch the magic happen.

Ugly Sweater Dares

A fun way to entertain the crowd! Hand out the dare cards all at once or distribute throughout the night. Guests scratch off their card to reveal the dare – play at your own risk 😉 Kidding aside, these dares are good for all ages.
Ugly Sweater Dare Cards

Ugly Musical Chairs

Such a classic game for parties, but this time, simply place your most tackiest and ugliest sweaters on the chair backs. You got yourself a Ugly Sweater themed game.

Hold a Scavenger Hunt

Another tried and true game. The beloved scavenger hunt. Of course, you’ll want to ensure it’s themed around ugly sweaters! Ugly Sweater Scavenger Hunt

Ugly Sweater Game Prizes & Awards

Don’t forget to have some game prizes and awards on hand for your party! 

Homemade Medal
Ugly Sweater Medal
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DIY Ugly Sweater Trophy with Lights
Best Ugly Sweater Award
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Ugly Sweater Free Printable Awards
Print Ugly Sweater Awards For Party
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Party Favors for Your Ugly Sweater Bash

Happy Mid Adult Females Having Fun During Christmas Celebrations

Send your guests home with a small memento to thank them for coming. Even if they didn’t win the best ugly sweater contest, they will still feel appreciated and leave a winner!

Ugly Sweater Chocolate Kisses

This is one of those ugly sweater ideas for Christmas parties that is hard to beat. Just grab a bunch of stickers and stick em on hershey kisses while you watch a holiday movie. The next thing you know, you have a bunch of awesome party favors. 😁

Hershey Kisses Ugly Sweater Party Favors
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Chocolate Bars with a Tacky Feel

Another super simple idea for a tasty take-away!

Ugly Sweater Candy Bar Wrapper
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Ugly Sweater Key Chains

Cheap and Easy, that’s what these are! How apropos for your celebration!

Ugly Sweater Keychains
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More Ugly Sweater Ideas for Christmas Parties

If the ideas above ain’t enough to inspire you, here are some more awesome suggestions!

Nail Art for Your Ugly Sweater Party
Ugly Sweater Nail Art
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Ugly Christmas Sweater Nails
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Red Ugly Sweater Nails
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Hate Sweaters? Try This Smudge Lord Sweatshirt Duo!
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Party Hats!
Sweaters Not Your Thing
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Think we missed something? Love these Ugly Sweater Ideas for Christmas Parties? Let us know in the comments below! 😁

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15 Comments

  1. CJ says

    November 27, 2019 at 2:38 pm

    So many great ideas! Love the light bulb balloons and the cranberry meatballs! Thanks for sharing.

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    • PARTY PLANNING SOLUTIONS says

      November 27, 2019 at 2:50 pm

      So happy you liked the post! The meatballs are on my dinner menu this weekend! 😁

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  2. Rachel says

    November 27, 2019 at 4:39 pm

    These are some awesome ideas! I never knew one could find so many ugly sweater themed decorations. The ugly sweater pizza made me laugh out loud! The cookies, however are actually adorable! I love it, thanks for sharing!

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    • PARTY PLANNING SOLUTIONS says

      November 27, 2019 at 4:43 pm

      I know, right?! It’s fun to start hunting around for ideas and I was just feeling the ugly sweater vibe yesterday 😉 Must be the weather – LOL!

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  3. Yvette Munro says

    November 29, 2019 at 5:30 pm

    Absolutely love this post, and love these Ugly Sweater Ideas for Christmas Parties. There are so many wonderful ideas to choose from. I must say, you have inspired me.

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    • PARTY PLANNING SOLUTIONS says

      November 29, 2019 at 6:37 pm

      Yay! So pleased that you’ve been inspired 😊

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  4. Nadia Malik says

    December 4, 2019 at 2:25 pm

    Like always, going through your party ideas post is an experience. Such innovative ideas and all in one place. Keep up the great work.

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    • PARTY PLANNING SOLUTIONS says

      December 4, 2019 at 2:33 pm

      Awe…I’m blushing 😊 Thanks so much for the compliment!

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  5. Paige says

    December 4, 2019 at 3:39 pm

    These ideas are so cute! I’ll definitely have to use some for my ugly sweater Christmas party this year!

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    • PARTY PLANNING SOLUTIONS says

      December 4, 2019 at 3:49 pm

      Happy you like the ideas 😁 Don’t forget to show us the pics from your party!👉🏻 https://partyplanningsolutions.com/monthly-giveaway

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  6. Jen Towkaniuk says

    December 4, 2019 at 4:20 pm

    We have been having and attending ugly sweater parties for years. These ideas have my mind blown! So much goodness in here. I’ll be bookmarking this one for years to come! Happy Holidays!

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    • PARTY PLANNING SOLUTIONS says

      December 4, 2019 at 4:30 pm

      Awesome! 🤩 Happy Holidays to you as well!

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  7. Cathy Dean says

    December 5, 2019 at 2:25 am

    This is GREAT!! I love all things Ugly Christmas Sweater, lol
    I’ve never seen so many ideas in one place!

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    • PARTY PLANNING SOLUTIONS says

      December 5, 2019 at 1:06 pm

      The holidays are the perfect time to get your ugly sweater on 😉 Happy you like the post!

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  8. Britt says

    December 5, 2019 at 4:14 pm

    You’ve definitely got everything covered here for an incredible ugly sweater party! I am loving the idea of ugly sweater pizza hahaha I never would have thought of that one!

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