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  2. Event Design & Decor

13 Corporate Holiday Party Ideas Inspired by ‘Succession’

The fictional family at the center of the series knows how to spend on over-the-top gatherings. Here’s how to celebrate like the Roys this holiday season.

Michele Laufik
October 14, 2024

The family of Waystar RoyCo, the fictional global media and entertainment conglomerate based in New York City from the TV series Succession, aren't the most fun folks, but they do know how to throw an epic event. If you’re planning a big bash for a corporation or looking for high-end, luxurious inspiration for a holiday party, keep reading for ideas that the Roy crew would approve of... 

Sizable Seating
Sizable Seating
Create a moody atmosphere with the rich-looking Francesca curved suede booth from DESIGNER8* (pricing is available on request), which comes in black and charcoal. The event rental company’s Lorenzo square bar is pictured in the center.
Photo: Courtesy of DESIGNER8*
The Macallan’s TIME: SPACE COLLECTION
The Macallan’s TIME: SPACE COLLECTION
As part of its 200th anniversary, The Macallan has released the TIME: SPACE Collection—two new whiskies housed in unique vessels. The first release, TIME : SPACE, is available for the hefty price tag of $190,000 and is housed in a dual-chamber vessel that includes the oldest whisky (a 1940 vintage) and a second single malt from the brand’s new distillery—representing the past and future; it’s available to purchase through invitation from The Macallan. The second release, TIME : SPACE Mastery, costs a more affordable $1,400.
Photo: Courtesy of The Macallan
Thompson Central Park's Epicurean Suite
Thompson Central Park's Epicurean Suite
Located on Billionaires' Row in New York City, Thompson Central Park recently debuted its Epicurean Suite as part of Thompson Hotels’ brand-wide “Taste of Thompson” dinner party series, where guests are invited to host an intimate dinner party at the brand’s hotels. Starting at $325 per person, the Epicurean Suite experience features menu items ranging from luxe lox and bagel canapes to wagyu steak frites.
Photo: StoneHill Taylor
Bardessono Hotel & Spa’s Vintages in the Villa
Bardessono Hotel & Spa’s Vintages in the Villa
Bardessono Hotel and Spa, located in the heart of Napa Valley, Calif., has joined forces with Lawrence Wine Estates (LWE) to launch an ultra-luxe package for wine connoisseurs called Vintages in the Villa. Guests enjoy one-on-one fine wine education in the comfort of their Bardessono Maple Grove Villa. They then embark on private vineyard tours and tastings at historic estates within the LWE portfolio. A two-night stay for two people is $14,500, while the four-night Vintages in the Villa: Ultimate Wine Enthusiast package is $30,000 for two people.
Photo: Courtesy of Bardessono Hotel & Spa
Oysters
Oysters
For a recent retro-inspired event, D'Amico Catering served oysters that were poached in a Champagne butter sauce and served with a dollop of caviar and a sprig of fennel.
Photo: Courtesy of D'Amico Catering
Negroni Bar
Negroni Bar
For the same event, D'Amico Catering presented a Negroni bar, which featured a classic Negroni, a white Negroni, and a nonalcoholic version. The white Negroni featured gin, Lillet Blanc, and Suze, while the nonalcoholic Phony Negroni used organic ingredients and botanicals.
Photo: Courtesy of D'Amico Catering
Coupe Glasses
Coupe Glasses
Serve Champagne in the coupe glass ($2.40 each to rent) from the Ripple Glassware Collection from Element Event Solutions.
Photo: Purple Tree Photography
Honey Lacquered Duck Breast
Honey Lacquered Duck Breast
For a sit-down meal, Boston-based MAX Ultimate Food's executive chef, Joshua Campbell, suggests serving honey lacquered duck breast with roasted white pumpkin, Hokkaido turnip, fresh fig, Napa cabbage and wild rice beggar’s purse, and pomegranate molasses.
Photo: Courtesy of MAX Ultimate Food
Nori Wrapped Chilean Sea Bass
Nori Wrapped Chilean Sea Bass
As an alternative option, serve nori wrapped Chilean sea bass with ginger pickled yellow beet, hijiki seaweed daikon radish rolls, poached Maine lobster, fried garlic, and yuzu nage.
Photo: Courtesy of MAX Ultimate Food
Celebration Sparkle Sugar Cubes
Celebration Sparkle Sugar Cubes
Launching at Bloomingdale’s this holiday season, Storied Goods’ handcrafted, flavor-infused sugar cubes are a luxe addition to any Champagne toast. Flavors include orange-cherry, cinnamon-vanilla, lemon-lavender, and limited-edition Celebration Sparkle, which is made with edible glitter and rhubarb bitters to dress up any drink. One tin costs $16.
Photo: Courtesy of Storied Goods
Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop
Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop
This ready-to-drink gin-based canned cocktail is Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg’s first release from their new premium spirits company and seems like something Kendall Roy would have sipped while serenading his father with the original rap song "L to the OG” during Logan's 50th work anniversary. Available in four flavors (citrus, melon, passionfruit, and apricot), it’s sold at major retailers and liquor stores.
Photo: Courtesy of Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop
The Queen Mary
The Queen Mary
This legendary ship in Long Beach, Calif., offers 13 different ballrooms and salons, ranging from the opulent Queen’s Salon with art deco grandeur to the more intimate Verandah Grill with panoramic harbor views.
Photo: Courtesy of The Queen Mary
Toys for Tykes
Toys for Tykes
In this charitable team activity from TeamBonding, participants work together in small teams to assemble and/or decorate toys, which are then donated to children in need. It’s a holiday party idea with a CSR twist.
Photo: Courtesy of TeamBonding
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