Whether it’s the cooler weather, Pumpkin Spice Lattes, or crisp leaves falling, signs are all around that Fall is here! Make this season a memorable one for your family by throwing a get together (big or small) to celebrate with friends and family. We’ve got the best fall party ideas that will make you want to host a party even if you weren’t planning on it.
1. DIY Chili Bar
As I mentioned in my previous post, I love food bar ideas for parties because they are easy to prep ahead so you can actually enjoy your party AND they are easy to customize so everyone will be happy. Chili is a very festive fall food bar idea perfect for your party. You can cook the main chili in the crockpot and then put out a variety of different toppings. (via Kara’s Party Ideas)
2. Fall Hot Chocolate Bar
As the weather starts to cool down, warm yourself up from the inside out with a festive Fall hot chocolate bar that adults and kids alike will adore. (via It Happens in a Blink)
3. DIY Caramel Apple Bar
I loooove caramel apples, but I hate how messy they can be to eat and an entire one can give me can be a little overkill. That’s why I am obsessed with this idea for a DIY caramel apple bar for your next Fall party. Instead of whole apples, it uses slices on a stick so that you can sample all different toppings, it is easier to eat, and you can indulge without feeling guilty. Win-win-win if you ask me! (via Craftberry Bush)
4. Apple Tea Lights
Not only do these apple tea lights look absolutely gorgeous, but I can already smell the amazing aroma that they must put off too! (via Little Green Notebook)
5. 5-Minute Fall Centerpiece
I always want my tablescape to look picture perfect, but I draw the line at spending hours and a hundred dollars to make it happen. That’s why I am sharing this perfect Fall tablescape that you can throw together in just 5 minutes with some eucalyptus garland and items you may have around the house. (via Julie Blanner)
6. Chocolate Acorns
Aren’t these the cutest things?! With just some Hershey kisses, Nutter Butter Bites and chocolate chips, you can easily make these to put out in a bowl at your next Fall party. All your guests will be talking about them. (via Through Her Looking Glass)
7. DIY Glittery Leaf Garland
Garlands are one of my favorite holiday decor items because they are super easy to make yourself and look adorable hung across your mantle. This fun, glittery leaf garland is no exception. (via House of Jade Interiors)
If you want to avoid the glitter, I don’t blame you (it gets everywhere!) and you can go for this chic spray painted copper alternative (featured on our spray paint projects post):
8. Fall Harvest Cheese Board
For parties, I don’t think you need to overdue the appetizers. Instead, put together (ahead of time) a gorgeous cheese board like this version perfect for your Fall party! (via Olivia’s Cuisine)
9. Popcorn on the Cob Bags
For a super easy snack that is sure to wow your guests, you can make up these cute Popcorn on the Cob bags. This is one of our favorite family friendly Fall party ideas. (sheesh that’s a tongue twister!) (via Smart School House)
10. Personal Pies
There’s something about mini sized versions of any dessert that I find so adorable. Then when you package it up so adorably tied in flannel, I am just obsessed. (via Kitchn)
11. Pumpkin Patch Brownie Treats
Dress up a batch of brownies made from a store bought mix to look homemade with these fun toppings that will only cost you a few dollars. (via Mom Endeavors)
12. Apple-Shaped Cupcakes
I had learned this trick to use a marble when baking cupcakes to make them into heart shapes for Valentine’s Day, but I never thought to use it to make apple shaped cupcakes for Fall – so clever! (via Make and Takes)
13. Free Printable Pin the Spider on the Web
Keep the kids entertained and happy with this cute game that is a perfect Fall party idea. And you know the best part? It comes as a free printable so it is super easy! (via Ella Claire Inspired)
14. Pumpkin Golf
Speaking of games, check out this fun pumpkin golf game. Watch out though, the dads may not give the kids a turn 😉 (via A Girl and a Glue Gun)
15. Popcorn Bar
Whether you are hosting a movie night or just a fun Fall party, a popcorn bar is the idea snack food to feature. It is inexpensive, everyone loves it and you can make it as healthy or unhealthy as you’d like. (via Babble)
…and for an extra cute touch, you can provide cute french fry boxes for your guests to dish out their caramel corn into. (via Kara’s Party Ideas)
16. Handwritten Pumpkin Signs
This is a brilliant idea to buy a bunch of white pumpkins and write on them with a metallic copper sharpie pen to create your Fall party signs. (via The Perfect Palette)
17. “Hay Bale” Rice Krispie Treats
How have I never seen these before?! This is such an adorable and super easy idea that is perfectly on theme for your next Fall party or hay ride with the Girl Scout troop. (via Cupcakes Express Inc)
18. Squash Bowling
No this is not the sport mashup of squash and bowling. It is actually bowling using squash as the pins! I can’t get over how darn cute it is! (via Martha Stewart)
19. Candy Corn Ring Toss
Perfect for a school or neighborhood Fall Party, this candy corn ring toss can easily be put together with just a handful of supplies: cones, spray paint, and glow necklaces. (via Kid Friendly Things to Do)
Which of these Fall party ideas are you excited to feature at your next get together?
