Christmas Cake- off Contest

If you’re looking for a fresh twist on a holiday gathering, consider hosting a Christmas cake-off party where cakes are judged on social media! Here’s how to organize an event where the cakes get their moment in the spotlight, guests have a blast, and everyone goes home with something sweet.

1. Set the Cake Challenge

Invite each guest to bring a cake with a holiday theme to your party, emphasizing that it will be judged based on its visual appeal. Encourage creativity by suggesting festive ideas like classic Christmas motifs, winter wonderlands, or even funny holiday designs. Let everyone know there’s a $100 prize for the best-looking cake, to be decided by social media followers.

2. Prepare for the Social Media Showdown

Create a specific hashtag for the competition, like #HolidayCakeOff2023, and encourage everyone to use it. Set up a dedicated table with great lighting where each cake can shine for its photoshoot. You can either post all cakes from a single social media account (such as a party Instagram page) or allow each guest to post their cake on their own account with the hashtag.

Then, after all cakes are posted, let voting begin! You could either ask friends and followers to “like” their favorite cake or leave comments to cast their vote. Set a voting deadline — perhaps an hour or two — so the winner can be announced at the party.

3. Announce the Winner!

Once the voting is complete, count up the likes or votes and announce the winner. Award them the $100 prize as well as the honor of being the most Instagram-worthy baker at the party. Make it fun by hyping up the announcement — you could even do a drumroll as you reveal the winner.

4. Cake Tasting and Name Draw

Once the judging is over, it’s time to taste! Set up a cake-cutting station, or ask each guest to cut a few small slices for sampling. This way, everyone can try a piece of each cake and savor the delicious variety of flavors.

For an extra twist, organize a “cake take-home draw” for everyone to leave with a treat. Write each participant’s name on a slip of paper and have everyone draw a name from a bowl to determine which cake they’ll take home. Not only does it add some surprise to the night, but it also makes for a fantastic post-party treat!

5. Capture and Share the Moments

Throughout the event, take plenty of photos and videos to capture the fun. The cakes themselves will be memorable, but moments like the winner’s reaction, guests’ reactions to tasting the cakes, and everyone with their take-home slices will help you remember the night. Sharing these on social media with the hashtag will let others see the fun and inspire your guests for next year!

Conclusion

Hosting a Christmas cake-off with a social media twist is a unique way to bring together food, fun, and festivity. With a $100 prize on the line, plenty of delicious cake tasting, and the element of surprise with the cake draw, it’s a party concept that’s sure to stand out. Not only will it spread holiday cheer, but it’ll create lasting memories — and maybe even a few new baking traditions!

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