There’s something special about the year-end at work. Things slow down a little, teams reflect on what they built together, and people start showing up to Zoom calls in questionable sweaters. It’s a chance to celebrate wins big and small, and to close out the season with a sense of connection. The best part? Every company does it differently. Some plan a big party. Others shut the office and tell everyone to go rest. Plenty find creative ways to give back, recognize teammates, or sprinkle in extra time off.
This month, we’re highlighting top companies that know how to make the year-end meaningful. Their traditions are simple, smart, and focused on the people who bring the work to life. From closing offices to team volunteer days, here’s how these workplaces celebrate the season with their teams.
Elastic
Every December, Elasticians around the world celebrate Decemberfest, our way of wrapping up the year with connection, gratitude, and fun. Whether it’s coming together for an evening of festive fun in a hub city, hosting a local cluster event with our ElastiFUNd program, or joining a virtual team celebration — it’s all about spending time together and reflecting on what we’ve achieved. We share our favorite recipes in the Elastic Holiday Cookbook, support causes we care about on Giving Tuesday with Benevity Bucks, and spread a little Elastic cheer to end the year on a high note.
Learn more about Elastic.
Delivery Hero
To wrap things up, we’re celebrating with Hero Give Thanks Week. A cozy, gratitude-themed experience at Delivery Hero HQ. The space will glow with seasonal decoration, and each day brings little surprises: a Community Potluck Corner, a Gratitude Wall, the Hero Photo Station, and employee-led workshops.
It’s a moment to pause, connect, and reflect on the year together. Anchored in our Leadership Principles “Stay Humble” and “Bring Good Vibes,” the week champions recognition, appreciation, and cross-team connection, and supports our wellbeing culture with time and space for reflection, connection, and joy.
Learn more about Delivery Hero.
Cummins
At Cummins Inc., we’re wrapping up 2025 with gratitude and celebration. To recognize our employees’ hard work and dedication, we host year-end appreciation events across our sites and highlight key achievements company-wide. As part of our commitment to well-being and work-life balance, we observe a two-week holiday shutdown, giving our teams the opportunity to rest, recharge, and spend meaningful time with loved ones. It’s our way of saying thank you while setting the stage for a strong start to the new year.
Learn more about Cummins.
Stryker
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology and Orthopaedics that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes.
Together with our customers around the world, in 75 countries, served by 53,000 employees, we impact more than 150 million patients annually.
In 2025, we’re proud to be recognized among the best. We were named a World’s Best Workplace, a Best Workplace in Europe, one of the Best Workplaces in Asia, a Top 100 Employer in Canada and a Best Place to Work by Glassdoor.
These awards celebrate our people and our culture, and we’re always looking for more talented individuals to join us. Learn more about our awards and explore open jobs here.
Learn more about Stryker.
Zillow
Zillow for Good empowers employees to give back to the communities where we live and work. Through a suite of programs, employees receive $1,000 annually in donation matching/volunteer time match, 8 hours of paid Volunteer Time Off, $50 donation credit for all new hires, and opportunities to join team-based service projects during company gatherings. From housing stability to economic opportunity, employees are encouraged to support causes they care about—individually or together.
Learn more about Zillow.
Shure
Each holiday season, Shure teams come together with purpose to celebrate and reflect on the achievements that made this year extraordinary.
Our annual corporate holiday event begins with a live brass ensemble filling the morning with cheerful energy followed by an Associate luncheon featuring themed food stations that showcase global flavors and fun. In true Shure fashion, the day closes with what we do best: a live music performance by talented Shure Associate bands.
The festivities extend beyond headquarters as well. From festive bingo in Denmark to decorating contests in India, our global offices bring their own cultural flair to the season. And true to Shure’s Core Values, Associates volunteer in their communities, craft greeting cards for children’s hospitals, and spread joy where it’s needed most.
At Shure, the holiday season isn’t just celebrated—it’s amplified.
Learn more about Shure.
