Everything You Need to Host an Outdoor Dinner Party

This post is all about how to host an outdoor dinner party.

Hosting friends and family is one of our favorite things to do all year round, but as soon as summer hits, we move the party outside. There’s just something special about grilling out, playing yard games, and serving delicious food to guests.

We’re all about making gatherings, simple, intentional and beautiful, so we’re going to break down the everything you need to host an outdoor dinner party with ease. Everything from planning a party, to the best party themes, serve ware and dinner menus. We’ve got you covered!

This post is all about how to host an outdoor dinner party.

How to Host an Outdoor Dinner Party This Summer

1. Pick a Theme

To choose a theme or not to choose a them? That is the question! We love a good themed, party, but keeping an outdoor dinner party simple and chill is also a great move too!

There are so many themes you can choose from, but here are a few of our favorites!

• Flower Theme: We love an adorable flower themed party with friends. Adding florals to the tables, adorable place settings and string lights to your outdoor space is the perfect way to set the mood.

• Birthday Party Occasion: We have a summer birthday, so we grew up have parties outside in our backyard. If you’re looking to host an outside, birthday dinner party here are a list of decor you’ll need:

• Fourth of July: Fourth of July is the biggest celebration of the summer, so why not go all out with some adorable, festive decorations?

• Water Party: Beat the summer heat with a water themed party. Serve dinner around a pool and decorate with water-inspired decorations.

2. Create a Menu

Once you’ve chosen a theme, it’s time to choose the type of food you’d like to serve. Whether that be Tex-Mex, Italian, Mediterranean, or any other type of food you and your guests would enjoy!

Some of our favorite summer recipes are:

• Orange Chicken Kebabs with Citrus Noodle Salad
• Hot Roasted Spinach Artichoke Dip
• Easy Mediterranean Mezze Board
• The Easiest Cowboy Caviar Recipe
• Spicy Game Day Sliders with Curry Ketchup
• Summer Southwest Salad with Light Cilantro Lime Dressing

3. Pick Out Outdoor Dinnerware

When it comes to hosting dinner parties outside, you want to choose the most durable options as possible. We love melamine plates for the summer. Plus, they come in so many adorable styles, so you’re bound to find one you love for your dinner party.

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4. Set Up Outdoor Games

You can’t have an outdoor party with out some outdoor entertainment. We love setting up game like corn hole and badminton when friend come over.

5. Stay Comfortable and Cool

Growing up in Texas, we know that the hot, summer days won’t stop people from hosting outside. That’s why it’s super important to stay cool when you and your guests are outdoors for an extended time. 

Some of our favorite ways to stay cool in the heat of the summer is setting up tents or umbrellas to sit under, adding misters around the yard to cool off and always have ice readily available in a cooler.

Stay cool this summer:

This post is all about how to host an outdoor party.