23 Best Graduation Party Ideas & Decor Your Guests Will Love
Whether you are a parent or a graduate, throwing a graduation party might seem like a daunting task and you’re probably wondering, where do I even begin?
Here are the top 2023 graduation party ideas, decorations and foods that are unique, interesting, aesthetic and fun! Whether you are a high school, college or 8th-grade grad there is something for everyone.
Here are some clever graduation party decoration ideas for your home/backyard
1. Welcome Sign
This welcome sign is a fun DIY project for you to re-create for your special day. If all white isn’t your style or doesn’t fit your theme then change up the color. It’s a simple and unique addition to your special day.
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If you’d rather skip the DIY project then you can grab yourself a ready-made cute sign to put on display.
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2. Party Favors
Don’t forget to send your guests off with a thank-you party favor. They can sit pretty on your table until the guests are ready to leave. Everyone loves party favors and it’s something to remember the special night with. Fill them with candy and chocolate or anything else you’d like. Aren’t these gift boxes with the heart tags sitting on pretty white doilies really cute?
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3. Cupcake Toppers
Get creative with your desserts and add some toppers that are fun and unique. This simple addition will transform your party into the grad night of your dreams. This will give your guests the opportunity to take some cute pictures of your dessert table, because let’s be real we all love taking photos of our food!
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4. Congrats Balloon Banner
5. Foil Fringe Curtain Backdrop
You absolutely need a backdrop where your guests can take fun photos. A fringe gold backdrop is really cute and looks great in pictures.
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6. Glitter Table Cloth
Simply adding a sparkly gold or rose gold tablecloth to your tables will instantly transform your graduation party into a glittery and luxurious vibe.
7. Floral Centerpiece
A floral centerpiece is classic and pretty so why not add a few of these to your tables?
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8. Guest Signature Poster
This guest poster signature is a unique alternative to a guest book if you’re looking for something different. Have it at the front door where everyone can sign as they enter. You’ll have something to hang on your wall as a memory of your special day.
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9. Classic Guest Book
An elegant black guest book is classic and sleek. If you prefer something more traditional than a poster then this is a great option and its really pretty.
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10. 2023 Grad Sign
Every grad party needs a year sign! You can get creative and stick the sign to the wall and decorate it with large bows and stars.
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11. Confetti Balloons
What’s a grad party without balloons? Grab some balloons and hang them on your walls, chairs and even your centerpieces. I would suggest ones that have confetti as it adds a touch of sparkle and glam to your space.
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12. Fairy Lights & Curtains
This photo of a wedding at a barn with curtains and fairy lights is just gorgeous and would make an excellent grad party decor. You can simply swap out the curtains you have now and string some fairy lights over them. Or if you have some beams on your ceilings you could hang them there instead.
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13. Polaroid Photo Collage
What better way to capture your special day than with photos to make memories that will last forever? Put a vintage spin to it and create a polaroid photo wall collage instead. You can keep it simple or add some flair by using photo clip string lights.
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14. Advice Jar
Leave the graduate some tips and advice as they enter into this new stage of life with an advice jar. They’ll have lots of fun reading these after the party and will be a great memory they will keep with them forever.
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Here are the best foods to serve at a Graduation Party
15. Fruit Cocktails
These Juice cocktails are super cute and taste great! My friends & I recreate this all the time and everyone always enjoys them. All you need are masons jars, some crazy straws, frozen juice, sprite or 7-up and fruits. Your guests will love this, I promise!
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16. Milk Tea With Boba
Milk Tea is so popular right now and everyone I know loves it, including me. Want something other than the traditional fruit punch then surprise your guests with this instead, they will be going back for seconds!
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How To Make Boba Milk Tea? Check out this video by Feed Meimei, she makes it look so easy!
17. Pizza Party
A great food idea for your graduation party is pizza. Everyone loves pizza! This is something almost all of your guests will eat, just make sure you have both meat and veggie options. Make it look pretty by using wood trays with a handle to display them as a decoration.
18. Dessert Table
A graduation dessert table is a must and this is a great opportunity to make it super beautiful and decorative. The second photo is my dessert table from my wedding but it’s so pretty and will go well with even a graduation party. Don’t just place your desserts on plates and set them out, get creative and use decorative trays and stands to display all your tasty sweets.
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Here are some games you can play to make your grad day interesting & fun
19. Large Jenga
Take it back to your younger days and play some Jenga with your family and friends. It’s a great way to bond, have fun, and get some friendly competition going. Make it unique by getting a large Jenga instead, your guests will love it!
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20. Twister
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I always had a hard time with this game! But it was so much fun anyway and really put my flexibility to the test. Entertain your guest with twister, they will be sure to have a lot of fun.
21. Who Knows The Grad Best
Find out who knows the graduate the best with this little quiz.
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22. Card Games
Card games are a staple at any party. You can incorporate regular cards or do something unique and have a large uno game going. These are sure to keep your guests entertained.
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23. Pinata
Get a game of pinata going for some friendly competition. It’s also a great way to get active during the party!
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