Summer definitely screams gatherings and good times. These 10 Inexpensive Summer Party Ideas will delight your budget and your party goers alike.
Destination Summer Party Ideas
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Around The World Party-Your guests can join you in traveling the globe at a bargain price. Put up decorations that remind people of different parts of the world. And have party goers bring an appetizer or dessert whose recipe originates from another country.
Beach Party-Summer is the perfect time to celebrate sand and surf. Your guests will think they’re smelling the salt air and hearing the sea gulls call. Great option for a pool party theme, as well.
Hollywood Party-Recreate a world of flash, glitz, and imagination without it having to be high dollar. For loads of fun incorporate some dress up in the mix. Have guests come in their 1920s Flapper, Gangster, Alice in Wonderland, Wizard of Oz, or other Hollywood inspriration to walk the red carpet.
Summer Fun Party Themes
BBQ/Cookout Party– Gather family, friends, and neighbors alike for some grilling good times. Set out the lawn chairs and yard games. Guests will enjoy a relaxed party atmosphere.
Camping Party-Summer and camping just go to together like peanut butter and jelly. Why not let the kiddos have a slumber party in tents in the backyard. Roast some s’mores around a fire pit. And tell creative tall tales.
Glow In Dark Party-Brighten up a warm night with some special glow. How about a glow stick lit scavenger hunt, capture the flag, or a little light up basketball or football?
Ice Cream Party-Nothing quite like icy cool treats on a hot summer day. Enjoy activities like “guess the flavor”, “ice cream trivia”, a “stack the ice cream cups race” and more. And send your party guests home with a unique takeaway.
Special Day Summer Party Themes
Father’s Day-Celebrate those awesome dads, granddads, and other special guys in your life. Why not hold a party for a whole group of dads. Add a homemade photo booth and fun props for lasting memories. 
Hip, hip, hooray for the red, white, and blue. Certainly a contender for one of the most colorful holidays. Enjoy decorating and celebrating with patriotic flair. These hanging paper fans will get you off to a great start.
Light up the night
And keep em’ cool in the heat of July.
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