Question:
Rabbi, can Jews attend work holiday parties if it is only food and drinks? No caroling or Christmas stuff. I need to bring a gift for White Elephant (random gift exchange) though. Even if it is called Xmas party but only food and drink will take place.
Answer:
Please see the following post where this question was discussed
https://dinonline.org/2016/12/21/may-i-be-part-of-our-offices-holiday-party/
Best Wishes