Fall team ideas, fresh Stadium updates, and holiday planning
Welcome to the first edition of The Huddle, where we share what’s new at Stadium, what’s coming up, and a few ideas worth passing along.
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First up, what’s new
Your Stadium shortcuts just got shorter
Snackmagic, Swagmagic, and Confetti are now right in the side navigation, so they’re easier to get to when you need them.
Priceless gifting, minus an approval step
Already know who should be able to place a priceless order? You can now pre-approve recipients upfront instead of approving their orders one by one as they come in.
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Shorter days and darker afternoons can leave us craving a little more connection, just as full calendars and the end-of-year rush make it harder to find. That’s why even a small reason to come together can mean a lot.
Here are a few ways to make the most of the season:
Put something fun on the calendar
Give the team something more enjoyable than yet another status update.
Whether you want to lean into Halloween or skip the spooky stuff altogether, there are plenty of experiences worth the invite.
Put all those random facts you’ve acquired over the years to the test with Halloween trivia, unleash your inner detective with a murder mystery, or find something different from Confetti’s 450+ experiences.
And because they’re live-hosted, everyone gets to join in–including the person who planned it.
Or bring fall to them
Coordinating calendars across offices, time zones, and countries can be a challenge. A seasonal snack drop gives everyone a way to join in on their own time.
And if there’s one flavor that knows how to make an entrance this time of year, it’s pumpkin. Whether you want to go all-in on Halloween, embrace pumpkin season, or mix things up, Snackmagic has a few seasonal picks:
Plus, recipients enter their own addresses, so you can spend less time chasing down shipping details. No ghosting here.
Cozy up in layers
The best seasonal swag earns a spot in someone’s everyday routine. As temperatures drop, hoodies and quarter-zips make chilly commutes warmer, insulated tumblers keep drinks hot, and blankets make working from home a lot more comfortable.
And while you’re looking ahead...
We know. We just got to fall.
But if holiday gifting is on your to-do list, now’s a good time to get a few decisions out of the way.
Start with the basics: who you’re gifting, where they’re located, how much you want to spend, and when you want gifts to arrive.
Once you know those four things, finding the right approach gets a whole lot easier. We’ve rounded up a few resources to help you out:
Stuck on what gifts to get? Browse our [holiday gifting guide] for inspiration.
Want the data behind the gifting? Check out our 2026 Holiday Gifting Report.
Ready to start planning? Explore our holiday gifting page.
A few dates worth noting
A few opportunities to recognize your team, connect, or just have a little fun this month:
Recognize your customer-facing teams with a thank-you, team shoutout, or celebration.
P.S. Make recognition personal, timely, and specific. It means more that way.
Encourage work-life balance, make space for real breaks, and reshare available mental health resources.
Thank the managers who support their teams with a note, shoutout, or specific example of their impact.
Have some fun with a costume contest, Halloween trivia, team game, or seasonal snacks. Bonus points for sharing costumes in the team chat so everyone can join in.
