5 Cute Party Themes For Your Summer BBQ

Summer is almost officially over and nothing beats celebrating the last of the dog days more than a great barbeque! While we all love the traditional American style BBQ with burnt hot dogs (and yes, I said burnt hot dogs), hamburgers and barbeque chicken, nothing beats a cool themed summer party! If you’re like to play party hostess and plan amazing events for your friends, here’s a list of five fun summer party ideas that’s guaranteed to be a great time!

1. Hawaiian Luau

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Can’t make it to the beautiful beaches of Hawaii this summer? Well, bring the beaches of Hawaii to you! Relaxing under a tiki torch and sipping an exotic drink in a lounge chair with some of your closest family and friends is definitely the next best thing! Invite your friends to participate by wearing a grass skirt and a coconut bra while you dance the night away! Add orchids to the décor and a playlist that includes island music to set the mood and just like that, you’re in full Hawaiian Luau mode!

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2. 90s Barbeque

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Relive everyone’s favorite decade with a 90s themed party! Play nothing but 90s music, dress in 90s clothing and even break out the volleyball net and the Super Soakers for a trip down memory lane!

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3. All White Party 

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No summer is complete without at least one all white party, so why not take on the liberty of being the host this year? Add white paper lanterns and white string lights as decoration and don’t forget to wear all white!

4. Christmas in July 

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Everyone loves a little Christmas cheer so why not get an early start and party like it’s Christmastime in July? And who wouldn’t love to see a nice looking “Santa” in a speedo? Set up a Christmas tree with beach sand around the base and add seashells as decoration. Grill the turkey, spike the eggnog and don’t forget the red bikinis, “elves” in sunglasses and Santa hats!

5. Mexican Fiesta

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Fiesta fiesta! Break out the piñata, sombreros, tacos, burritos and margaritas and have yourself a good ol Mexican fiesta! Stringing red chili pepper lights around the party would definitely add to the Mexican ambiance and give your amigos the full Mexican feel! Don’t forget the chips, salsa and guacamole!

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