4th of July Party Ideas

Memorial Day, Flag Day, Fourth of July—patriotic holidays like these call for parties that rock the red, white and blue! Whether you’re hosting a cookout, summer picnic or a backyard barbecue, every star-spangled gathering needs festive decorations and fun activities! Kick off the party by donning patriotic accessories—from bead necklaces to bowties and hats to headbands, wearables make stars and stripes look bold and bright! Then add sparkle to your Independence Day or patriotic party with flag-patterned banners, buntings and other decorations. Check out these ideas for ways to throw a red hot—and blue and white—summer bash! Want a unique decorating idea for a spread of red, white and blue? Try your hand at creating a candy buffet with the trio of colors. Use gumballs, jelly beans and rock candy to create a sweet land of liberty tablescape. And with patriotic parties, you don’t have to wrap up with a fireworks display to have a blast. Give your guests a handful of 4th of July party favors like noisemakers or confetti poppers. All the fun trinkets and toys will have your guests smiling from sea to shining sea! These are just some of the ways to make the Fourth and other patriotic holidays just doodle dandy!