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There\u2019s no place like home. With most party locations off the list and the need to adapt to smaller gatherings, a backyard party is the perfect way to celebrate with your closest loved ones in a safe way. Here\u2019s everything you need to know about planning and styling the backyard party of your dreams.<\/span> Excited to start planning for your backyard get-together? Here are some top tips and advice on how to plan the ultimate backyard party.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Before you can begin planning the finer details, let\u2019s get the basics sorted out. Decide on the perfect date and time for your backyard party.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If it\u2019s an anniversary or birthday party, host it on that day or evening. If the exact date isn\u2019t practical, aim for the closest weekend day so that more people can attend. For other celebrations, like baby showers or wedding showers, choose a date at least a few weeks before the big moment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Sometimes you\u2019ll want to throw a backyard party just to get together with people you love. In that case, plan a date where everyone\u2019s available, and choose a time that works for your celebration. Most backyard parties happen during the day, but you might opt for an evening get-together to watch the stars or enjoy the summer evening.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Think about who you want to invite to your backyard party. First, work out how many people you can comfortably host. You\u2019ll also want to consider any relevant <\/span>guidelines or restrictions<\/a><\/strong> in place due to the coronavirus pandemic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Once you know how many people you can invite, start building your list. Keep it tiny and invite only your closest friends, or suggest a block party for your neighborhood to come together \u2014 in a socially distanced way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n With your guest list sorted, you can spread the word about your backyard party. Choose your favorite <\/span>online invitations<\/a><\/strong>, and customize them to feature your key details, plus any extra wording you want to add.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Greenvelope has plenty of invitation designs, so you can match your invitation to your party theme or type. Throw an epic pool party or a cozy picnic with your loved ones, and find the perfect invitation to suit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Just because your party\u2019s happening in your backyard doesn\u2019t mean you have to say goodbye to a themed bash. In fact, your backyard is the perfect venue for some themes \u2014 like a woodland-themed tea party or summer fiesta.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Take some time to think about how you want your party to look and feel. Maybe you want it to feel like a luxurious getaway for an evening or an island-inspired celebration. Remember you don\u2019t need an elaborate theme to celebrate in style, and instead you could opt to focus on tiny details like linens, tableware, and lighting.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n With your theme chosen, you can move on to planning how you\u2019ll ace your <\/span>outdoor entertaining<\/a><\/strong>. Consider how you can create opportunities for everyone to get involved and have fun by adding party games and activities. Your backyard could be the perfect spot for some lawn games or <\/span>outdoor party games<\/a><\/strong>, or you could stage an outdoor cocktail-making experience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When it comes to food, you have so many options. Host a barbecue, and serve up a stream of delicious home-cooked bites. Ask guests to bring a picnic or their favorite dish for a family-style potluck dinner. Hire caterers, and lay out a fancy spread for your guests. The choice is yours!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Claudia Owen<\/p><\/div>\n Bring something new to your yard by picking a theme for your backyard party. Here\u2019s a selection of our favorite themes and ideas that work really well in a backyard.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Invite your closest family members and friends over for a camping-inspired adventure in your own backyard. Create a fire pit, toast marshmallows for s\u2019mores, and sing some campfire songs under the stars. If it\u2019s warm enough and you\u2019re just having a few guests, you might even ask them to bring their own tents for an overnight campout. To make it even more fun, combine it with an <\/span>outdoor movie night<\/a><\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n Lucky enough to have great weather on the horizon? Plan a family BBQ, and gather everyone together to enjoy some delicious home-grilled food while you talk and laugh. Get grilling burgers and hot dogs, and offer an assortment of other snacks, refreshing drinks, and ice cream. Bring speakers outside to enjoy relaxing classics while you play giant lawn games together.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n For a more whimsical take on a backyard party, why not plan a magical woodland party? Invite your select group of guests to experience a mystical celebration underneath the trees in your backyard. Lay out a long table with rustic-inspired table decor \u2014 like mason jars filled with string lights and linen tablecloths. Hang lights throughout the trees too, and complement the look by serving homemade cocktails with magical names.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You might not be able to host a luxurious get-together at your favorite restaurant, but a sophisticated outdoor dinner party is a lovely alternative. Bring your dining set outdoors, or rent a luxury version from an event supply store. You can decorate with glamorous touches \u2014 like a chic centerpiece in gold and black, fine dining china, and tall candles. Make a playlist full of modern classical music, and ask your guests to join you in their finest party attire for a fun way to get that luxe feel at home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n There\u2019s a reason why afternoon tea parties work perfectly for a backyard party \u2014 they\u2019re easy to create and so much fun. Keep things traditional, and lay out a table with tiered stands filled with tiny sandwiches, cakes, and other sweet treats. Serve up English breakfast tea, flavored teas, and even iced tea for a summer celebration. If traditional isn\u2019t your thing, unleash your creativity, and plan an Alice in Wonderland-inspired tea party instead with bold colors and whimsical touches.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re lucky enough to have a pool in your backyard, this is the perfect way to celebrate on a warm day. Transform your backyard into the ultimate backyard pool party with just a few touches. Rent quirky oversized pool loungers, then invest in a floating ring toss and a few beach balls so you can play some pool party games. Style your summer party with colorful bunting, beach umbrellas, and giant inflatable palm trees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Having a themed event is fun, but your backyard party doesn\u2019t need to be anything over the top. Plan a backyard party that suits you and your guests \u2014 whether that\u2019s lavishly styled or more laid back. For a simple event, why not create a <\/span>backyard picnic<\/a><\/strong> with picnic blankets or picnic tables and enjoy lunch together with a glass of wine? You could decorate your yard with outdoor lighting, play some yard games, and hook up a speaker to create a party atmosphere that you\u2019ll enjoy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When you\u2019re ready to invite your guests to your amazing backyard bash, here are some of our favorite <\/span>backyard party invitations<\/a><\/strong> to inspire you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Erika Firm<\/p><\/div>\n We love the classic touch of gingham on this <\/span>picnic-inspired party invitation<\/a><\/strong>. It\u2019s the perfect way to invite a few friends and family members over for a relaxed get-together in your backyard.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Becky Nimoy Stationery<\/p><\/div>\n Spread the word about your backyard pool party with this fun <\/span>pool party classics invitation<\/a><\/strong>. The pool and retro-inspired illustrations make this a great way to kick off the party spirit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Paper Raven Co.<\/p><\/div>\n The hand-illustrated touches on this <\/span>summer garden party invitation<\/a><\/strong> give it a really sweet, personal vibe. It\u2019d be a lovely way to invite people over for a summer backyard party or to celebrate a baby shower or wedding shower.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/p><\/div>\n Hosting a block party instead of a backyard gathering? This <\/span>retro party invitation<\/a><\/strong> is a fun way to let the whole street know there\u2019s a get-together happening.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Signature Greenvelope<\/p><\/div>\n Lighten up the mood and have some fun, even if it\u2019s a <\/span>socially distanced party<\/a><\/strong>. This <\/span>mask up party invitation<\/a><\/strong> is an upbeat way to let people know the party\u2019s still on \u2014 they\u2019ll just need to practice safety first!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The best backyard parties are the ones where your loved ones are laughing and enjoying themselves. Your backyard party can be sweet and simple or decadently styled \u2014 what\u2019s key is creating the atmosphere you want. Use some of our theme, activity, and food ideas, and you\u2019ll soon have everything you need for the ultimate backyard party.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A backyard party is a perfect way to gather with friends and family. 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\n<\/p>\nHow to Plan an Amazing Backyard Party<\/b><\/h2>\n
Choose a Date and Time<\/b><\/h3>\n
Decide on Your Guest List<\/b><\/h3>\n
Send Out Your Backyard Party Invitations<\/b><\/h3>\n
Choose Your Party Theme and Decor Ideas<\/b><\/h3>\n
Plan Games, Activities, and Food<\/b><\/h3>\n
Fun Backyard Party Themes and Party Ideas<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Camping Adventure<\/b><\/h3>\n
Family Barbecue Party<\/b><\/h3>\n
Magical Woodland Party<\/b><\/h3>\n
Sophisticated Soir\u00e9e<\/b><\/h3>\n
Afternoon Tea Party<\/b><\/h3>\n
Pool Party<\/b><\/h3>\n
Keep It Simple<\/b><\/h3>\n
Our Favorite Backyard Party Invitations<\/b><\/h2>\n
Classic Gingham Party Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Pool Party Classics Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Summer Garden Party Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Retro Block Party Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Mask Up Party On Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Throw the Ultimate Backyard Party<\/b><\/h2>\n