AITAH For cancelling NYE at my house after the Christmas we just had?

A Redditor shares their frustration after a disastrous family Christmas hosted by their sister, where her children’s chaotic antics—encouraged by their mother—ruined the evening. Now facing the prospect of hosting New Year’s Eve.

The Redditor has decided to enforce strict rules or exclude them entirely, sparking family conflict. Read the original story below to see how they navigated this challenging situation.

‘ AITAH For cancelling NYE at my house after the Christmas we just had? ‘

This year as a family we decided that I (30M) would host NYE for my family which includes my mom, dad, sister (35F) and my other sister (33F), both of their husbands and 5 kids ages 5,6,8,9,11. And my sister who is 33 would host Christmas. Well this year Christmas was a disaster imo.

We arrive at her house around 2pm on Wednesday and for the most part everything is normal, we sona second round of presents, play some board games, and start to get ready for dinner. Now my sister is an actress (community theater, she is actually a barista) and apparently she is trying to let her children 8/9/11 act to their heart desire.

Apparently, their favorite show is that out of control Netflix show “I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson”. So right before dinner time the three kids start loudly acting out the sketches from the show. First they do the one with the two guys who do the pranks on the toilets.

So these three kids are jumping and screaming and pulling out toilet water from the bathroom and splashing it on the floor. I think this is insane and so do my parents. But my sister is encouraging it. Next it gets even worse, one of them starts to shovel food into their mouths just screaming “WHERE IS ALL THE FOOD GOING! WHO IS EATING ALL THE FOOD!”

at this point there is food everywhere and dinner is ruined. The only people laughing are my sister and the kids. Since all the food is thrown about and their is toilet water on the rest of it, we end up having to order pizza. The holiday was ruined. She says this is hilarious.

And she is trying to get them to act like this more and more to make a career out of comedy. I tell my sister at this point NYE is going to be adults only, or she and her “comedy troupe” can’t come. She freaks out and says I’m being insane. I truly just don’t want my house ruined. AITAH for making this couch for Nye?

Here’s what people had to say to OP:

ThaddeusGriffin_ −  NTA. I wouldn’t have your sister and her kids in my house either.

lapsteelguitar −  Lay down the law: “this behavior will not be tolerated at my house. Ever. And I will not come to your house to experience this behavior.“ Sit back and watch the fireworks.. NTA

Kenobi-Kryze −  NTA. Not only is that behavior insane but your sister encourages it. I wouldn’t trust them in my home at any time.
What do your parents and other sibling think?

Born-Hat-8515 −  NTA. I think your sister is missing that it is a television show. It’s probably not dirty toilet water on the show. If there is food everywhere, it’s on a set or there are assistants to clean up. It’s not so funny in real life with no movie magic. Your sister needs to grow up.

adjudicateu −  Yeah, no. Go out on NYE in case they come over anyway.

BrilliantEmphasis862 −  NTA – she can have her circus at her house and the adults will gather at your house. happy New Year

ghjkl098 −  NTA Absolutely do not let your sister and the kids in your house. She is ridiculous

Bonnm42 −  Wait was this the Sister that was hosting? If it’s the other Sister she must be PISSED. NTA I would not want them at my house. I would tell your Sister “if you want to prepare them for a career in comedy, you should probably teach them that real life is not like TikTok. They may think it’s funny but others may not.. and may not want to invite then to things anymore.”

PiccoloIcy9058 −  It was turbo time

bud1975 −  Not at all sounds like your sister needs to grow up and become a mom

Do you think the Redditor’s decision to enforce rules or exclude certain guests for New Year’s Eve was justified, given their recent experience? How would you handle a family situation where boundaries are tested during the holidays? Share your thoughts below!