Celebrate fall nights and throw a fall party!

The temperatures are getting cooler but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy entertaining outdoors! Celebrate the change of seasons and incorporate fall inspired recipes and decoration ideas into your fall party. When you throw a fall party, it’s all about the autumn-centric theme!

The Invitation

Keep an eye out for beautiful autumn designs. Look for invitations that have pumpkins, fall leaves, and autumn colors.

For inspiration check out Pinterest  and Etsy.

Be Creative with the Menu

Set up a hot chocolate bar! Fill glass jars with caramels, marshmallows, peppermints, and cinnamon sticks. Have mugs and a hot kettle full of water ready for a cool fall evening.

Keep things laid back with fun finger foods try: bite size chicken and waffles, pigs in a blanket, and corn dogs.

There’s one thing every fall party needs: hot apple cider! Keep cinnamon sticks nearby for stirring.

For a delicious after dinner treat, why not crate a cozy spot for a S’mores station! Display graham crackers, chocolates and marshmallows

Set the mood with fall scents

Capture the crisp fall air with aromas of pumpkin spice and cinnamon.

Accessorize

Use apples & gourds as simple inexpensive place card holders.

Hollow out a pumpkin and add a potted container of mums for a fabulous centerpiece.

Mix & match object found in nature for more interest and ambiance. Be sure to include mini pumpkins, wheat, & Indian corn to the table.

Light up the party with lanterns & candles.

Use hay bales and wicker baskets for easy fall pumpkin displays.

Display your drink list on a chalkboard paint pumpkin.

Colors of Fall

Pick traditional fall shades & incorporate cozy colors! Orange, purple, burgundy, red and yellow

Keeping guests comfortable in cooler temperatures

Have a blanket station! Keep cozy throw blankets and scarves handy for guests to cozy up with.

Activities for the Kids

Organize a pumpkin hunt with mini pumpkins. Hide them the same way you would Easter eggs!

Use Pumpkins and Rope to create life size Pumpkin Tic-Tac-Toe. Be sure to pick up white and orange pumpkins to separate teams.

Pumpkin Ring Toss Game

 

These are only a few suggestions to get you inspired and on the right track before your fall celebration!