15 Festive Christmas in July Ideas
If you're looking to host a Christmas in July party, you may be looking for some inspiration. Here are some of the jolliest ideas that will get you in the spirit!
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Christmas in July is a fun way to gather with your friends and enjoy Christmas even when it seems so far away. When you love Christmas as much as I do, you take any chance you can get to have it twice in one year! Plus, there's something so whimsical about celebrating holidays outside of their expected/normal seasons.
Hosting a Christmas in July party may feel overwhelming if you haven't thrown one or been to one before. That's why I'm here to help make this a Christmas in July event that will go down in history (with Rudolph 😉 ). Keep reading to learn all about the most festive ideas that will have you melting!
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Spirited Christmas in July Party Ideas
1. Mistletoe and Margs Theme
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Mistletoe and Margaritas is the perfect Christmas in July theme! I love the color theme they went with and the super cute sign. These red and green margarita glasses are such a cute way to round out the theme.
2. Festive Icecream Sandwiches
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Ice cream sandwiches are the perfect mid-summer treat so make them festive for a poolside snack by adding Christmas sprinkles. And to continue on with the tropical and sunny yet Christmas vibes, these green and red leis are so cute!!
3. Christmas in July Punch
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This punch looks sooooo yummy! Cranberry and lime sounds uber refreshing while also feeling festive. Pour the punch into these cute Christmas in July cups, top it off with a candy cane straw, and your guests will be ready to lounge by the pool.
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4. Christmas Pineapple Decor
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This pineapple with ornaments is such a cute but simple way to decorate! I thought these beachy ornaments were so adorable and would pair great with a Santa hat.
5. Santa Hats and Sunglasses
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Speaking of Santa hats, this set up is actually so iconic! I love the idea of having the Santa hats and the sunglasses as decorations for the table that guests can then wear throughout the party and take home as favors.
6. Flamingo Pink Tree
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As a girly who loves pink, you don't have to tell me twice to set up a pink Christmas tree with beach balls as ornaments for a Christmas in July party. I think it would be so cute to also add Santa hats to the flamingos for a little extra flare. Maybe Santa hats that are pink and sequined?!
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7. DIY Beach Bag
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Okay, who doesn't love a fun craft moment at a party? This set up is really cute and I love the idea of guests creating their own tote bag as a memento. It would also be the perfect way to bring home their Secret Santa gifts!
8. Flipflop Christmas Garland
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This idea is adorable AND it seems pretty easy to recreate, so I'm here for it. I saw these Christmas-y flipflops and felt like they would be perfect for a DIY garland!
9. Chill Snowmen and Gingerbread Cookies
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Omg, how cute?! I love that you can use your regular Christmas cookie cutters but then decorate them in summer apparel! These Christmas in July plates would be the perfect thing to serve them on.
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10. Beach Umbrella Christmas Tree
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This idea is so creative! Nothing says "Christmas in July" more than a beach umbrella decorated with lights and ornaments with a bunch of presents underneath.
11. DIY Beachy Ornaments
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Back again with yet another craft/favor idea! I love the way that it combines both Christmas and beach in such a classy way. Adding in a little snowman figurine would be an adorable touch.
12. Frozen Hot Chocolate
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Yummy! Who doesn't love frozen hot chocolate?? Serve it up in these adorable gingham glass jars with a candy cane straw to fit the theme.
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13. Santa's on Vacation Sign
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Even Santa deserves a vacation! I am living for the sign with the little Santa clothes left on the hanger.
14. Beachy Christmas Tree
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For my girlies that leave their Christmas tree up year round, this idea is for you! I love the beach towel used as the tree skirt. Plus, these little shell and seahorse ornaments are too cute not to snag.
15. Yummy Caprese Candy Cane
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I love a good caprese moment and how fitting is it that the colors are Christmas-y?? To amp up the festive spirits, you can serve it on this tree cutting board with these cutie snowmen crackers!
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