Set Up a Perfect Backyard Party - The Dedicated House

Hello World! Welcome Friends! Have you all noticed it on Instagram: the perfect table setting in a beautiful outdoor with fancy cocktails and picturesque food? We love it, but we know it’s unrealistic for our parties. Those events take months of planning, cost a fortune, and require multiple vendors.

However, with some creativity and hard work, you can create a magical outdoor gathering for your loved ones. When hosting an outdoor dinner party, limiting the guest list to not more than 20 is good to keep things manageable.

Then comes planning other tasks such as the venue, outdoor setup, food, and drinks. Here’s our guide with 10 easy steps to create a perfect backyard party.

Party Checklist

Before we delve into our favorite backyard party ideas, note down our pre-party checklist.

Guest List: Prepare your guest list in advance and send early invites through digital or physical form.
Arrange Activities: Plan activities to entertain your guests throughout the time.
Musical Entertainment: Arrange an entertainment package with a nice music playlist.
Menu: Let’s decide on the food and drinks you want for the party. Make a list of everything and start the preparation.
Decide Venue: If you are hosting a party in your backyard, ensure to arrange the seating area passionately.
Decor and Theme: Choose the theme for the party first, then you can arrange the decoration accordingly.

10 Steps to Host a Backyard Party

Here are ten exciting ideas for hosting a backyard party for your loved ones.

Choose a Theme

A themed-based party is always a winner compared to traditional ones. We get confused whenever we host a party with the theme. The Halloween themes are only suitable for the Halloween season; same as this, the other themes, like Christmas, are only limited to one season. But choosing a theme that suits any occasion and season is more challenging than anything. Choosing a party theme like Murder Mystery suits events like birthdays, anniversaries, and even casual dinner parties. The theme consists of several games, which can be easily available at Masters of Mystery.

The Backyard Venue

When creating a special atmosphere for dinner, we’ve found that it’s often easiest to do so in a backyard, typically our own. You don’t have to venture far into the wilderness to achieve an intimate and magical dining experience. The key is to immerse yourself in nature, and backyards offer plenty of natural beauty and peace.

Sophisticated Dinnerware

We recommend using real plates instead of paper or disposable plates. This simple choice can elevate the dining experience, making it feel more elegant. While normal dinnerware is great for durability, you don’t have to spend much money on plates. It’s perfectly fine to invest in items important to you and shop for some things at thrift stores and other stores.

Table and Chairs

You can choose a beautiful set of custom-built outdoor tables. However, you can also consider more low-key options. One good DIY option is to use a large piece of wood on cinder block legs, covered with a tablecloth if needed. You can even host outdoor parties on the ground, using pillows, cushions, and blankets instead of chairs.

Decoration and Lightning

Good lighting will create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for your outdoor dinner. To add a touch of charm, consider hanging string lights in a zigzag pattern over your dining area. You can enhance the atmosphere by using many candles if the venue allows.

The Menu

Remember to prep and cook before the event to have less to do on the day. Consider serving family-style food to avoid plating individual dishes. Precook the sides in advance, so you only need to cook the main dish on the event day. Some excellent main dishes include pot roast, pork belly, tri-tip, vegan loaf, and tacos.

Unstoppable Drink Supplies

When hosting a dinner, you can even request the guests to bring their favorite drinks. Another great idea is to allow your guests to bring a bottle of wine or whatever they like to share with others. This not only helps to involve guests in the preparation process but also helps to reduce the overall cost of the dinner.

Arrange a Separate Dessert Bar

Imagine a table filled with your favorite desserts in your backyard. Show off your baking skills, or have everyone bring their decadent dessert. Choose smaller portions for easy eating. Sample everything without overeating. Finish with a scoop of ice cream on top and you’re good to go.

Entertainment

Whether you have a TV in your patio area or you’re hanging a sheet in the backyard, an outdoor movie night is a great idea. For added fun, ask guests to bring their favorite board or card games.

Ended Up with a Smile

After the party ends, there’s a mess to clean. You have to decide whether to clean it now or wait until morning. All you want to do is relax. You are the host, but it doesn’t mean your role is only to serve the guests. You have all the rights to participate in all the fun and entertainment with your guests.

Conclusion

Hosting a backyard party is fun and exciting until it comes to cleaning up the mess. Don’t hesitate to ask for help with the after-party chores. Host a wonderful party at backyard with the above 10 easy steps and enjoy the night!

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