Just last week NPHET warned that large office Christmas parties are not safe and should not go ahead this year due to the pandemic.
While some employers will see this as an opportunity to cancel the big event, most businesses will be looking for new ways to safely mark the end of a tough year.
With the dancefloor out of bounds, the 2020 office Christmas party will most likely take place online. But before you rule out attending a virtual event, we've been finding out how those working in the events and hospitality industries have been working around the clock to offer safe and entertaining alternatives over the coming weeks. Christmas party in a box The Laughter Lounge comedy club has been hosting Christmas parties at its Dublin venue