Corporate Events That Feel Like Family: 8 Creative Ideas For Your Team's Next Event
- pamelaborgel
- Sep 23
- 5 min read
Why settle for sterile conference rooms when you can host at Georgia's first woman-founded farm winery?
Your team deserves something more fun than that – an experience that transforms colleagues into collaborators and creates the kind of memories that strengthen your company culture for years to come.
At Painted Horse Winery & Vineyards, we've discovered all you need is wine, fresh air, and one of our 8 favorite corporate experiences to make this the best event your team has ever had.
Located just 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta in historic Milton, our 22-acre estate offers a genuine farm-to-glass experience where sophisticated wine culture meets authentic Southern hospitality.
Why Painted Horse Stands Apart from Other Event Venues in Atlanta
We provide eight distinctive venues across our working estate where handcrafted wines, farm animals, and rolling vineyards create an atmosphere that naturally brings people together.
The Perfect Corporate Event Venue for Growing Companies
Small to Mid-Size Companies (25-150 employees) discover that our intimate scale creates the perfect environment for meaningful team connections. Our boutique approach ensures every guest feels like family – because that's our promise: "You arrive as a guest, leave as family."
Innovation-Focused Teams from tech startups, creative agencies, and forward-thinking companies find that our unique farm setting sparks the kind of authentic conversations and creative thinking that sterile conference rooms simply can't inspire. There's something magical about brainstorming business solutions while overlooking vineyards and hearing horses in the distance.
Culture-First Organizations appreciate how our combination of wine education, farm experiences, and Southern hospitality creates organic team bonding. No forced icebreakers needed when your accounting manager is laughing while feeding goats alongside the new intern.
8 One-of-a-kind experiences for your team's next event at Painted Horse
1. Paint a Real Horse (Our Signature Experience!)
This is hands-down our most talked-about corporate activity – and yes, you read that right! Teams work together to paint one of our gentle horses with washable, animal-safe finger paints. It's completely safe for both participants and our beloved horses, who seem to enjoy being the center of attention.
Why it works: Nothing breaks down corporate hierarchies faster than watching your CEO concentrate on painting purple polka dots while your newest team member guides the creative vision. Plus, the photos from these sessions create incredible social media content that showcases your company's innovative, fun-loving culture.
2. Axe Throwing Competition
Channel your team's competitive spirit (safely!) with guided axe throwing. Teams compete in friendly tournaments while sipping our handcrafted wines – because nothing says "team building" like discovering your quiet HR manager has perfect aim.
Perfect for: Post-meeting stress relief, celebrating quarterly achievements, or simply finding out who has hidden talents. It's surprisingly meditative and creates those "I never knew that about you!" moments that strengthen workplace relationships.
3. S'mores & Storytelling Around Our Fire Pit
There's something about gathering around a crackling fire that brings out people's authentic selves. Our s'mores experience creates the relaxed atmosphere where work masks come off and real connections happen over roasted marshmallows and shared stories.
When to use: Evening wind-down after intensive planning sessions, welcome events for new team members, or anytime you want to create the warm, family feeling that defines our farm.
4. Wine Education with Our Expert Team
Transform your typical corporate happy hour into a sophisticated learning experience. Our wine steward-led tastings teach appreciation for our handcrafted wines while sharing the story of Georgia's pioneering woman winemaker. It's educational, elegant, and provides conversation starters that extend well beyond the event.
Customization options: Private barrel room tastings, blending workshops where teams create custom wine combinations, vineyard tours explaining our sustainable farming practices, or food pairings featuring local artisanal products.
5. Creative Workshops in Our Scenic Settings
From floral arranging to seasonal craft workshops, these hands-on activities tap into your team's creative side while providing beautiful take-home reminders of their experience. Working with their hands offers a refreshing break from screens and spreadsheets.
Added value: All workshops can be customized to reflect your company colors, values, or upcoming seasonal celebrations, creating arrangements that work as office décor or gifts.
6. Live Music & Wine Under the Stars
Nothing sets the mood for connection like live music. Whether you choose acoustic background music for networking or full bands for celebration, our outdoor spaces with twinkling lights create an atmosphere that makes people want to stay, talk, and truly enjoy each other's company.
Our promise: Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, we host live music for the community. Your corporate event can either join this festive atmosphere or book exclusive performances tailored to your group.
7. Behind-the-Scenes Farm & Winery Tours
Take your team on an exclusive journey through our working winery and farm. These educational tours include barrel room visits, tank tastings, and insights into sustainable farming practices that most visitors never experience.
Especially valuable for: Teams in customer service, hospitality, or any industry focused on quality and craftsmanship. Understanding our dedication to excellence – from grape to glass – provides inspiration for bringing that same commitment to your own work.
8. Meet Our Farm Family (Animals Included!)
Some of our best team building happens when professional guards come down around our friendly farm animals. From gentle horses to playful goats, our farm residents have a gift for bringing out people's nurturing, authentic selves while providing endless photo opportunities.
Most effective for: Welcome events, celebrating milestones, or anytime you want to remind your team that work should include joy, laughter, and connection to something larger than spreadsheets.
Creating Your Perfect Corporate Event Experience
The beauty of choosing Painted Horse as your Atlanta corporate event venue lies in our flexibility and personal attention. These activities can be woven together in countless ways:
Our dedicated events team works closely with you to understand your objectives – whether that's improving communication, celebrating achievements, building culture, or simply giving your hardworking team an experience they'll treasure.
Your team spends countless hours working toward shared goals. Isn't it time to create extraordinary memories together in a setting that reflects the care and innovation you bring to your business?
At Painted Horse Winery & Vineyards, we believe the best corporate events don't feel like work at all – they feel like celebrations of the incredible people who make your company successful. When you choose our small event venue in Atlanta, you're not just booking space; you're investing in experiences that strengthen your team, showcase your culture, and create stories your employees will share for years.
Because when you arrive at Painted Horse as colleagues, you leave as family – and that transformation is what turns good companies into great ones.