Now that spring has finally arrived, you don’t need an excuse to throw an outdoor bash on your patio. There are many fun ways to entertain guests alfresco. Below are a few ideas to keep in mind if you need some spring and summer party inspiration.

3 Tips for Throwing an Outdoor Party

1. Set Up Lawn Games

Lawn games provide endless hours of fun during your party. Classic games include croquet and bocce ball. A local sporting goods store should have ready-made kits. If you’re looking for a DIY project, you could also try making your own cornhole boards with sheets of lumber, saws, paint, and home-sewn fabric bags stuffed with dried corn. 

2. Grill on the Patio

Whether you buy a small charcoal grill or invest in a full-sized outdoor range, a barbecue is the perfect addition to your patio when you wish to entertain guests over the spring and summer. Grill while hanging out with your guests. Add outdoor furniture, string lights, and citronella candles to complete the atmosphere and keep insects at bay. 

3. Throw a Themed Party

While you can entertain outdoors whenever the weather’s nice, parties on special occasions are always fun. On the Fourth of July, have a cookout with appropriate decorations, like red, white, and blue lights strung around your patio’s perimeter. Hand out sparklers to your guests in lieu of fireworks. Throw a luau with tiki torches, leis, and tropical pina coladas. Have a firepit installed so you can host a summer camp-themed party where guests roast marshmallows and take turns telling scary stories. 

 

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