We value your privacy

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, serve personalized ads or content, and analyze our traffic. By clicking "Accept All", you consent to our use of cookies.

Customize Consent Preferences

We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions. You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below.

The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site. ... 

Always Active

Necessary cookies are required to enable the basic features of this site, such as providing secure log-in or adjusting your consent preferences. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable data.

No cookies to display.

Functional cookies help perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collecting feedback, and other third-party features.

No cookies to display.

Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics such as the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.

No cookies to display.

Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.

No cookies to display.

Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with customized advertisements based on the pages you visited previously and to analyze the effectiveness of the ad campaigns.

No cookies to display.

  • Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Recipes
  • Shop
  • Free Guides and Resources

Mochas and Mimosas logo

  • About
    • About Mochas and Mimosas
    • Links
    • Privacy Policy
  • Shop
    • Products
    • Refund and Returns Policy
    • Cart
  • Category Index
  • Recipes
    • Brunch Recipes
    • Drinks & Cocktails
  • Foodie Reviews
    • Restaurant Reviews
    • Food Festivals & Events
    • Coffee Shop & Cafe Reviews
    • Foodie Travels
  • Hosting
  • Free Guides and Resources
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Shop
  • Free Guides and Resources
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Shop
    • Free Guides and Resources
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×
    Home » Hosting and Entertaining

    Published: Apr 23, 2021 · Modified: Jun 18, 2024 by Shanelle Fisher · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

    How to Throw the Best Picnic Party

    I’m going to help you throw the best picnic party. Your picnic party can be low key and casual, or a fancy event with all the fanfare. Around here the motto is do you boo! Either way it’s going to be great.

    Spring and Fall are the perfect season for picnics. The beautiful weather makes me want to dine al fresco for every meal. Outdoor entertaining is definitely the move this time of year, and what better way to do it than with a picnic party. 

    This post contains affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. All opinions are my own and I only link to products that I use and love.

    How to Throw the Best Picnic Party

    Where should you host a picnic party

    If you’ve got a decent size patio or yard then take advantage by hosting your picnic party in your own backyard (I had to do it lol). Lay some pallets out for a bohemian feel. Or utilize whatever patio furniture you have to set-up your food.

    A park, beach, or any outdoor space with a scenic view is another great option. Last year when dining in wasn’t an option because of the pandamonium, my brunch club met for picnic brunches at different parks. 

    Picnic Theme Ideas

    I live for a good theme and although one isn’t necessary, I think it helps anchor the festivities and allows you to elevate an event and get creative with your food and décor.

    Some really fun picnic themes include, bohemian, spring or Fall colors, depending on what time of year you’re hosting your picnic. Last spring, my brunch club did a “picnic in pink  theme”, where we all wore pink. You can also incorporate your food into your theme. For example for the picnic in pink some pink foods to bring the theme to life would be think  pink desserts, smoked salmon, pink lemonade, rose wine. 

    To further illuminate your theme, you could add fun pillows, and a colorful rug or blanket. A small vase or mason jar with flowers are another cute way to dress-up your picnic area. Flameless candles are another way to set the scene and the vibe of your picnic and they are practical if you keep the party going after sundown. 

    How to Throw the Best Picnic Party

    What to serve at a picnic party

    Let’s talk about food, this is after all what makes this a picnic and not just a day at the park!  

    Food

    What you serve all depends on the vibe of your picnic. You can keep it simple with snacks like a charcuterie box/board or go all out with sushi rolls, sandwiches, and different salads. Keep in mind, foods that can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature are ideal.

    air fryer fried green tomato blt
    fried goat cheese salad
    picnic party

    Drinks

    Serving your drinks in unique cups and glassware can be another way to bring your theme to life and make your picnic more fun. 

    I mentioned some drink ideas above. Also consider flavored water with citrus slices, mint, and other colorful fruits and herbs.  Drinks can be kept in a bottle or carafe that can be sealed. 

    mint water

    If you want something a little stronger than water, consider serving:

    Sangria 

    Guinness Punch

    Watermelon granita

    Boozy Popsicles 

    Watermelon Granita Recipe

    Picnic Party Supplies

    Here are some of the items I bring to my picnics. You can find more options here.

    You may also like:

    Creating the Perfect Spring Family Picnic

    Fun Things to Do with Kids in Dallas

    More Hosting and Entertaining

    • Watermelon Granita Recipe
      Easy Watermelon Granita
    • How to Host a PJ’s and TJ’s(Trader Joe’s) Party
    • Vanilla Bourbon Maple Syrup
      Vanilla Bourbon Maple Syrup
    • mango margarita
      How to celebrate Cinco De Mayo at Home

    Reader Interactions

    Trackbacks

    1. Fun Things to do with Kids in Dallas - Mochas and Mimosas says:
      July 7, 2021 at 9:10 pm

      […] a blanket and grab lunch from one of the many food trucks parked on the weekend. I love a good picnic party and this is the perfect place to do […]

      Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    I'm Shanelle, the brunch aficionado behind this blog. I've always had a passion for cooking, and brunch has a special place in my heart. There's just something magical about that late-morning meal where breakfast meets lunch, and you have an excuse to indulge in both sweet and savory delights. 

    More about me →

    Popular

    • Fried Green Tomato BLT Recipe
      Easy Air Fryer Green Tomato BLT with Remoulade
    • McKinney Farmers Market
      Visiting Mckinney Farmers Market
    • Strawberry Cold Foam Recipe
      Strawberry Cold Foam Recipe
    • how to start a cookbook club
      How to Start a Cookbook Club

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    Other

    • Privacy Policy

    Join Us On

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube

    About

    • About

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2025 Mochas and Mimosas

    We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.Ok