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Summer is the official season of making the most out of ever day moments. Whether you’re on a vacation, working in the city, or hanging with friends on the weekend — making time for a picnic in the park is something you can squeeze into any day.
There are so many different ways to picnic in a park — from a solo 30-minute blissful lunch break, to a cute activity with friends or a memorable date night with your boyfriend. Summer is your time to make new memories and have fun in the sun, so why not throw in a picnic while you’re at it?
Today, we’re sharing 8 adorable summer picnic ideas that will help you make the most of an afternoon in the park.
Picnic Essentials
Wicker Insulated Picnic Basket
glass food containers
stripe picnic blanket
dakota bamboo melamine plates
8 Adorable Summer Picnic Ideas
1. Pasta Salad in a Jar, Cantaloupe and Chocolate Chip Muffins
How adorable is this pasta salad in a jar? A cold pasta in the summer just hits different, but if you’re taking it to a picnic, put it in an airtight jar. It looks adorable and keeps the salad safe and sound.
Pair it with your favorite fruit (cantaloupe, watermelon, grapes etc) and add in a little sweet treat, like a chocolate chip muffin.
2. Lunch with Friends
Planning a picnic lunch with friends doesn’t have to be extravagant. That’s why we love this simple picnic basket idea.
Throw in some cheese can crackers, some nuts, chopped vegetables, a jar of mini chocolate chip cookies and some bottled water.
3. Picnic Charcuterie
In the summer, I’m always looking for ways to spend time outside and I’m also a HUGE fan of making charcuterie boards. So, why not take it to a picnic in the park?
Pack some crackers, cheese, meat and some cookies for a sweet treat. So simple and delicious!
4. Cookie Picnic
If you love an excuse to have a sweet treat, invite your besties for a cookie picnic. Have your friends bake their favorite cookie recipe to bring and share with everyone. It’ll be so much fun to see what everyone decides to bring!
5. Birthday Cake in Wine Glasses
Is your birthday this summer? Celebrate with a birthday picnic at the park. When it comes time to “cut the cake”, pull out some wine glasses and dive in! This will be something everyone will remember forever.
6. Pizza Picnic
Friday night pizza night just got moved to the park! Whether you’re going on a date or hanging with your bestie, a pizza picnic is always an adorable idea at the end of the week.
7. Solo Coffee & Croissant Picnic
Sneak a longer lunch break in to have a solo coffee and croissant picnic at the park. Use the time to journal, read a book or people watch. We can’t imagine a more perfect summer afternoon.
8. Sunset Picnic
Looking for a cozy date night idea or night with friends? A sunset picnic is a great idea for either occasion. Bring some charcuterie snacks, some of your favorite wine and enjoy your time as the sun sets.
