19 Unforgettable Summer Party Themes To Try
If you're planning any kind of summer party, you might be looking for summer party themes! Here are the cutest summer party theme ideas for this year.
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As someone who lovessss to host parties and gatherings, there's nothing more fun than looking at all of the cute and trendy summer party themes. There are so many themes trending right now that it's hard to know which to choose! On top of that, there are so many different vibes of party themes ranging from your fave throwbacks to elegant/ old money vibes.
If you're like me and trying to decide which summer party theme to go with, I've got you covered! Keep reading for the cutest summer party themes (and ideas for food and activities to go along with it).
This post is all about the cutest summer party themes.
The Cutest Summer Party Themes
1. Midyear Manifestations
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As a spiritual girly, I am OBSESSED with this idea! This is the perfect way to focus on the vibes that you want for the rest of the year and cultivate alllllll the good energy with your friends.
Plus, you can also make it artsy by creating vision boards to serve as the manifestations. You could also get some cute cards like this to make your own custom affirmation decks!
2. Sunset Soirée
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I've been seeing this idea everywhere and it feels like the perfect theme for a summer party in July or August. The hot pink and orange match the summer vibe. There are so many fun drinks you can make in these colors too!
3. S'Mores and Sunsets
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Who doesn't love a good s'more during the summertime? This is the cutest idea and could be a great party to end the summer. Make sure to have a s'mores bar with all kinds of different chocolates if you go this route!
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4. Summer Solstice
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Ugh, I just love the vibes here! The outdoor dinner party and the flower crowns are everything.
5. It's a Mamma Mia Summer
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Mamma Mia just screams *summer* to me, so I love a themed party for it! You could serve up themed snacks and drinks while watching the movie outdoors. The disco balls are the perfect added touch!
6. 2000s Slumber Party
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Summertime always makes me feel soooo nostalgic so this is the perfect idea! Think pinks and purples and all your favorite early 2000s rom-coms. Have guests come dressed in pjs and serve up some pizza. Bonus points if you have little trinkets reminiscent of the era (hello Lisa Frank!).
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7. Neon Nights
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Neon is another thing that just feels like summer to me. A Neon Nights summer party would be so cute! Encourage guests to wear neon, hand out glow sticks, and decorate with allllll of the neon signs.
8. Girls Just Wanna Have Sun
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This theme is so cute and simple! Have friends come over for ice cream, lemonade, and a water balloon fight for a classic summer vibe.
9. Pool Palooza
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It's a classic pool party! Grab the girlies for some fun in the sun at the pool and serve some yummy (and fruity!) cocktails/mocktails.
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10. Italian Summer
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This party theme feels so classy! I love the pastel yellows and blues, as well as the lemon decor.
11. Aquamarine
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Aquamarine is such a classic summer movie, so why not have an Aquamarine themed party?? Have ocean-themed snacks, pop on the movie, and decorate with shades of blue! I think it would be really cute to also have a place for guests to do glitter tattoos or add color/tinsel to their hair.
12. White/ Coastal Elegance Party
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Have a classic white party! I love the simplicity but elegance with this theme.
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13. Sorbet Soirée
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I loveeee the color scheme for this theme. Serve up dinner to your guests and then finish the evening with some yummy sorbet!
14. Weenies, Tinis, and Bikinis
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What's a better summer party theme than this?? All of these things are perfectly summer.
15. Love Island
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With the popularity of Love Island during the summer, this is the perfect theme! Encourage your friends to dress in their cutest outfits and have a watch party.
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16. Coachella
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Since not everyone can make it to Coachella, hold Coachella in your backyard! This is the perfect opportunity to pull out the festival outfits. The Ferris Wheel details are to die for.
17. It's a Blueberry Party!
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With national Pick Blueberries Day happening in July, this could be the cutest theme. You can either go pick blueberries with your friends or host a party at your house that are all things blueberry!
I think a brunch would be really cute (which may be because I'm obsessed with a white chocolate and blueberry latte)....
18. Summer Camp Party
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Another one for the nostalgic girlies! For this party, do all the camp activities you miss from when you were kid and round out the evening with s'mores around the campfire.
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19. Mystic Pizza
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Mystic Pizza is another classic summertime movie. To have a Mystic Pizza themed party, all you need is some pizza and show the film! You can also encourage your friends to dress up in similar outfit vibes.
This post was all about the cutest summer party themes.
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