Organising corporate afterwork drinks in Marseille

Why organise corporate afterwork drinks?

Afterwork drinks meet very practical needs: welcoming new starters, celebrating the end of a project, bringing together two teams who work together remotely, thanking clients or partners without the formality of a dinner. They can also become a regular fixture, every quarter for example, that keeps people connected without straining the budget.

Their strength is that they are optional and short: people come after work and leave when they like. So don’t weigh them down.

How do successful afterwork drinks run?

1. 6.30pm, the bar opens: background music, first cocktails, sharing boards.
2. 7pm, a word of welcome: 3 minutes at most, to say why everyone is there, then on with the rest.
3. 7.30pm, activity: a music quiz or a quiz in mixed teams, 30 to 45 minutes.
4. 8.15pm, free time: the DJ gently raises the tempo, the bar stays open.
5. 9.30pm, close: last round announced, soft drinks and water available.

How much do afterwork drinks cost in Marseille?

In a private restaurant or beach venue, a cocktail reception with food usually costs €35 to €60 per person in Marseille. At your own premises, you only pay for what you add. Our benchmarks:

Which venue for afterwork drinks in Marseille?

For afterwork drinks by the sea, the rooftop of the Rowing Club at the entrance to the Old Port or Sport Beach at the Prado make the most of the sunset from April to September. The restaurants and courtyards of Docks Village are a stone’s throw from the Euroméditerranée offices. And often the simplest venue is your own: an open-plan office or an office terrace with a mobile bar.

What entertainment for afterwork drinks?

• A quiz or music quiz on smartphones with BlindZi: everyone plays from their own phone, no equipment needed.
• A cocktail workshop for small groups, from €70 per person.
• Karaoke at the end of the evening for teams who love to sing.
• Keyring engraving for client afterwork drinks.

What mistakes should you avoid?

• Starting too late: after 7pm, some of your guests have already gone home.
• A 20-minute speech: afterwork drinks are not a plenary session.
• Music that is too loud: people come to talk, so the DJ stays in the background until at least 8pm.
• Nothing for those who don’t drink alcohol: plan real alcohol-free cocktails.

What does ADJM Événementiel take care of?

We set up a cocktail bar, the music, the furniture and the entertainment, at your premises or in a venue we suggest.