Graduation parties are particularly well-suited to being held outside. The weather is great, the backyard can hold more people (particularly the grad’s pals), and it’s FREE! No, truly, there’s something appealing about having an outside party. Summer is here, and the backyard is a terrific place to entertain guests.
You’re in luck if you’re looking for party games, decorations, or anything else. I’ve compiled a list of the top graduation party ideas that will make your graduate’s celebration truly unforgettable.
These ideas were created with the outdoors in mind, but if it rains or you wish to use them for an indoor celebration, some of them may be taken inside.
There’s one thing you must do first before making any decisions concerning a party. Inquire about your seniors’ plans for this special day.
Do they prefer a small gathering with only their immediate family and friends? Or would a big party be more their style? Bring your kid into the discussion early on and reveal your financial limits so they know how much you’re willing to spend on this particular event.
Who should you invite to a graduation party and how many should you invite?
Depending on your budget, flexibility, and size preferences, here are some innovative suggestions and alternative methods to create a graduation party.
- A traditional concept, an outdoor graduation party might be a more casual way to celebrate.
- After graduation, consider holding a backyard brunch on a Sunday morning.
- If the graduation is in May, the party should be held during Memorial Day weekend to make it easier for out-of-town relatives to attend.
- Organize a joint party with a couple of the graduates and their families. When there is a substantial overlap in the guest list, this method works effectively. In most cases, each family will additionally invite acquaintances and family members.
- Consider traveling to a park if you want a backyard graduation celebration but need a larger site than your home. Bring a canopy tent to protect the refreshments and a few people at a time. This could be ideal for tailgating when you visit your student this fall for a game day.
- On busy grad weekends, host an open house with a long time frame to provide attendees the most freedom in attending your party as well as other events. These can be simple drop-in events with cake, snacks, and drinks, all of which are non-perishable and simply replenishable.
- Invite your graduate’s BFF and their families to supper or lunch. Take advantage of this peaceful moment to observe these lovely young people and ponder on their common experiences.
- Is your grad a member of a tight-knit group of pals? Invite all the graduates and their parents to a meal in a private area at a restaurant.
- Plan a low-key party over graduation weekend. Plan a larger farewell celebration for later in the summer, before everyone heads off to college. For the first party, use high school colors, and the second, college colors.
Tip: If there are several parties on the same day, the first is where the majority of the food will be consumed. The events that follow tend to be grazed upon.
Selecting a Color Palette
For a high school graduation celebration, there are several color schemes to choose from. Using the colors of the high school is perhaps the most popular option.
The colors of the college they plan to attend in the fall are the second most popular pick. However, there is no restriction that says you can’t choose whatever color scheme that your graduate likes!
Ideas for Low-Cost Party Decorations
It’s always great to decorate for a party, but I have a hard time spending too much money on something that will only be used for one day.
I decided to make a lot of the decorations for the party instead of buying them because I could do so for a lot less money.
Tissue paper pompoms are one of my favorite party decorations. To make a bunch of giant pom poms, I bought two packets of colored tissue paper and utilized some white tissue paper I already had. I was able to add a lot of color inside and out for less than $20.gra
Several sets of these embellished paper mache numbers were placed throughout the party, both inside and out.
To add a lovely touch, you can construct little bouquets with inexpensive flowers from your local grocery shop.
After the party, we were able to enjoy the fresh flowers for more than a week! The vase was made out of 32 oz. mason jars.
Don’t you think these simple, low-cost items made a statement?
Free Purple Hibiscus Graduation Party Invitation Templates
We love the wonderful and unusual artwork on these free and adorable Purple Hibiscus Invitations, which set the tone for the party. The color scheme is fantastic.
The purple hibiscus flower represents exotic and distinctive beauty, as well as finding harmony in diversity. Purple, after all, is a unique hue because it mixes the coolness of blue with the warmth of red. As a result, a purple hibiscus flower represents acceptance and respect for people, regardless of their background or creed.
Each template also has “pre-written” wordings, it’s very useful for you, so you can get the idea where to put the information, so it will save a lot of your precious time.
Download Instruction
- Right-Click each one of your selections.
- Then select “Save Image As” and locate the destination.
- Click “Save”, or tap “Enter” to start the download process.
Extras
To make your card look like done by the professional, you can optimize your effort by buying either Cardstock or Cotton paper to help your special invites deliver sturdy and versatile feels, which makes it brilliant party favors and can be used as future references for your guest.
For your party, request “Regrets Only” on the invitation, and have your grad keep track of attendance through a Facebook group they can form for their pals. As the big day approaches, compare your lists.
