Top 10 Outdoor Summer Party Themes

Summer is here! That means hot days, late nights, and the best outdoor parties. We’re so excited ourselves. Here at the Candy Factory, we have prepared these Top 10 Outdoor Summer Party Themes that are sure to delight kids and adults of all ages while keeping you on budget with DIY tricks.

1. Patriotic Party

What can be more American than an outdoor Barbecue? Indoor Barbecue? That’s anti patriotic. So whip up the best burger from Bobby Flay at Food Network, and set the picnic table with red, white and blue table settings.

Sweeten up the party with bulk candy in red, white, and blue, or get creative with Gummy Jet Fighters and candy filled American Flags. We have prepared a nifty guide to the perfect DIY Candy Buffet so you don’t just chuck the candy on the table. Were trying for an Instagram worthy setting here. But no pressure!

2. Luau

A trip to Hawaii may be outside your budget, but with a few simple supplies you can stage a Luau party that’s almost as good as the real thing.

Bright pink, orange, and green table settings or lanterns bring a hint of the tropics. Pop some cocktail umbrellas in your lemonade and make sure you have a lei for each guest.

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3. Fiesta

Throw a Fiesta in your backyard with orange and red table settings. Or make these walking tacos and skip the table all-together.

For a fun Fiesta game, that doubles as a party favor, hang a piñata from a handy tree branch. Break the Pinata, not the bank, by filling your Piñata with bulk candy.

4. Movie Night

Slow day? Kids together and nothing to do but watch TV? Make it a memorable one then! Hang a sheet from the side of the house, fire up the projector, and pull up some lawn chairs for an outdoor movie night.

Make it extra special with Snickers popcorn and individual boxes of your favorite candy. Order ahead so you don’t end up making do with your left over chips from your last Patriotic Party. We deliver fast though, with next day delivery and a sweet deal of $9.95 flat rate shipping!

5. Seafood Bake

Surf and turf. Meat and seafood. Sounds summery enough? I can even feel the wind and sun on my face! Cover the picnic table with newspaper for an authentic feel and easy cleanup. Partner it up with lemonade and iced tea. When the meal is over, and the guests are full, present present them with rock candy lollipops for a portable sweet treat.

6. Beach Bash

No matter where you live, you can have a beach party. It doesn’t matter whether you live in the country or in the dessert. Summer is all about the spirit! Blow up some beach balls, break out the beach chairs, and fill a kiddy pool with ice to keep food chilled.

If you want to get creative, try your hand at this Good Housekeeping Beach Cake decorated with Swedish Fish and Jelly Beans.

7. Garden Tea

Lets go British! Or Chinese, now that you mentioned tea. Wait, garden tea is Japanese! See, we already went around the world with just tea. For a more refined experience, set your garden up and decorate with cut flowers, a white table cloth and these adorable DIY lanterns.

Top it all off with Jelly Bell Champagne Bubble Candy for a classy treat that satisfies your sweet tooth. Arigato!

8. Backyard Camping

Go summer camping in your own backyard. Who said you need to splurge on a costly kids camp just to learn some survival skills? Set up a tent, or string a line between two trees and throw a blanket over it. Light a campfire in your firepit. Sing a campfire song. Make memories that last a lifetime.

And don’t forget the classic camping treat: Smores. Survival skills? check!

For more kid-friendly camping party ideas, check out this slideshow from Parents.com.

9. Ice Cream Social

An ice cream social can be a creative experience for your family and friends. Just provide chocolate and vanilla ice cream and a selection of candy toppings.

Set it all out on a table and let your guests build their own Ice Cream Sundaes.

10. Carnival

Summer carnivals bring out the kid in all of us. Set up some games, like ring toss or balloon darts and make sure you have plenty of bulk candy for prizes.

Play into that feeling of nostalgia with retro candy like Pop Rocks or Candy Buttons.

So, there you have it, our 10 Outdoor Summer Party Themes! Get this ideas and try to hit at least 5 this summer. They’re easy, super doable, and guaranteed fun!