Merry Christmas! Can you believe that we are officially only a few days away from the holiday season being over?! It’s hard to believe especially as this has been quite an interesting year. We want to help you get the most out of your holiday season and help keep you and your loved ones healthy and safe while celebrating this holiday. Check out those tips below and consider celebrating virtually or with the people you live with. It might be the safest choice this winter. And of course, if you’re ready to upgrade into a brand new Kia, we encourage you to hurry on by this holiday season, and let’s get you behind the wheel! 

Attending a Winter Holiday Celebration

• Have conversations with the host ahead of time to understand expectations for celebrating together.
• Bring your own food, drinks, plates, cups, utensils, and condiment packets.
• Wear a mask indoors and outdoors.
• Avoid shouting or singing.
• Stay home if you are sick or have been near someone who thinks they may have or have been exposed to COVID-19.
• It’s okay if you decide to stay home and remain apart from others. Do what’s best for you.

Hosting a Winter Holiday Celebration

• Have conversations with guests ahead of time to set expectations for celebrating together.
• Limit the number of guests.
• Have a small, outdoor celebration with family and friends who live in your community, weather-permitting.
• Have extra unused masks available for your guests and encourage everyone to wear them inside and outside.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and items between use.
• If celebrating indoors, bring in fresh air by opening windows and doors, if possible. You can use a window fan in one of the open windows to blow air out of the window. This will pull fresh air in through the other open windows.
• Have a separate space for guests to wash their hands or provide hand sanitizer.
• Keep background music volume low so guests don’t need to shout.
• Cancel your gathering if you or someone who lives with you is sick or has been near someone who thinks they have or has COVID-19.
• It’s okay if you decide to postpone or cancel your gathering. Do what’s best for you.

Food and Beverages at Celebrations

• Bring your own food, drinks, plates, cups, and utensils.
• Avoid going in and out of the areas where food is being prepared or handled, such as in the kitchen.
• Use single-use options, like salad dressing and condiment packets, and disposable items like food containers, plates, and utensils.
• Use a touchless garbage can, if available.

Consider Other Winter Holiday Activities

• Host a virtual celebration with friends and family
• Gather virtually for a gift exchange or activity
• Throw a virtual dance party
• Enjoy the winter weather