{"id":132241,"date":"2021-11-16T17:43:38","date_gmt":"2021-11-16T22:43:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/?p=132241"},"modified":"2024-12-30T13:19:37","modified_gmt":"2024-12-30T18:19:37","slug":"fall-party-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/fall-party-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Festive Outdoor Fall Party Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the temperatures start to dip, the time to begin searching for <\/span>fall party ideas <\/span>arrives. From sampling treats around a bonfire to hosting outdoor football <\/span>parties<\/span> or chili bars, you\u2019ll love planning outdoor activities with your friends and family this autumn. We are here to help you find your inspiration. Read on as we reveal some of our favorite <\/span>fall party ideas <\/span>to keep the outdoor fun going through the holidays.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Plan a Football <\/b>Party<\/b><\/p>\n

Fall<\/span> weekends were made for football. Whether you are a die-hard fan of a college team or a new convert to the excitement of an NFL Sunday, you can join your fellow fans for a custom backyard tailgate <\/span>party<\/span>. If your driveway allows for you to open your car\u2019s hatch or lower a truck\u2019s tailgate near the rest of the festivities, that\u2019s a great way to stage some of your buffet. If not, no problem! <\/span>Southern Living<\/a><\/span><\/i> loves the <\/span>idea<\/span> of setting up a grab-and-go buffet that is close to your outdoor television or the screen where you are projecting the game. The <\/span>Magazine<\/span><\/a> recommends that you keep it simple for your <\/span>fall party <\/span>\u201cby offering<\/span>\u00a0<\/b>fun, filling small-bites\u2014sliders, dips, various snacks (sweet and salty) that can be grabbed by the handful\u2014or hearty chili in sturdy mugs.\u201d\u00a0Beer and a pitcher of themed cocktails are always a hit, but be sure to include plenty of non-alcoholic options.<\/span><\/p>\n

Schedule a Game Night<\/b><\/p>\n

Among the most popular <\/span>fall party ideas <\/span>is a game night under the stars. <\/span>Southern Living<\/span><\/i><\/a> recommends choosing something easy to start, such as \u201c[ordering] an oversized Jenga set\u201d and then personalizing it by \u201c[breaking] out the spray paint\u201d to create a \u201cgame with custom colors.\u201d\u00a0All-weather games, like a weather-resistant cornhole set, allow you to keep hosting family-friendly competitions in the backyard even after the snow starts to <\/span>fall<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Organize a Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt<\/b><\/p>\n

Do you still have a collection of mini pumpkins from Halloween? <\/span>Better Homes & Gardens<\/span><\/i><\/a> suggests organizing a pumpkin hunting contest. Whether the pumpkins are in their natural state or painted, this easy-to-manage <\/span>fall party <\/span>game will keep the kids guessing. As the <\/span>Magazine<\/span><\/a> explains, \u201ctuck the minis away in trees, under tables, and all throughout your <\/span>party <\/span>site,\u201d and let the hunt begin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Host a Stargazing <\/b>Party<\/b><\/p>\n

Are you interested in learning more about the night sky? Are your kids avid stargazers? Allison Carter, entertaining expert for Allison Carter Celebrates, tells <\/span>Martha Stewart Living<\/span><\/i><\/a> that one of the best <\/span>ideas <\/span>for an outdoor family <\/span>party<\/span> blends an educational element with a sense of adventure. Carter suggests to the <\/span>Magazine<\/span><\/a> that families \u201c\u2018download a stargazing app and point it to the sky so kids can identify the different constellations and stars\u2019\u201d as a way of connecting with \u201c\u2018this big, beautiful world.\u2019\u201d\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Light a <\/b>Fall <\/b>Bonfire<\/b><\/p>\n

Remember the harvest bonfires you enjoyed when you were a kid? It\u2019s time to bring back the tradition by planning a fabulous <\/span>fall party <\/span>around your firepit. For small outdoor <\/span>parties<\/span>, you can easily set up Adirondack chairs around the fire and drape them with cozy blankets for extra warmth. For larger gatherings or themed-harvest <\/span>parties<\/span>, <\/span>Midwest Living<\/span><\/i><\/a> applauds the <\/span>idea <\/span>of adding \u201cblanket-topped hay bales [that] surround the flames and provide easy seats,\u201d as well as crafting \u201crecycled-sweater koozies [to] protect fingers from cold drinks.\u201d Naturally, you\u2019ll want to be sure to have all the ingredients for some truly decadent hot chocolate, mulled wine, and s\u2019mores, in addition to all of your other <\/span>fall party <\/span>nibbles.<\/span><\/p>\n

Throw a <\/b>Fall <\/b>Food-Themed Event<\/b><\/p>\n

If you can lay a grill down over your firepit, you\u2019ll want to gather your favorite <\/span>fall <\/span>food <\/span>ideas <\/span>and pick your favorites. For example, <\/span>Midwest Living<\/span><\/i><\/a> adores the <\/span>idea <\/span>of \u201cwarming up outdoor <\/span>parties <\/span>with a bubbling pot of fondue,\u201d including a thoroughly indulgent beer-cheese option. The <\/span>Magazine<\/span><\/a> is also a fan of offering small bites (like hamburger sliders kept warm on a pizza stone), as well as something heartier like a \u201czesty chicken chili cooked in an iron kettle over the fire.\u201d\u00a0And, of course, those pizza ovens that were so popular in the spring and summer will win even more fans as the temperatures <\/span>fall<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you love doing all the cooking when you host, go for it. But one of the most popular <\/span>fall party ideas<\/span> this year is to throw a cook-off. For example, you can host a chili bar that features different slow cooker or instant pot chili batches courtesy of each of your guests. Then, you can provide a plethora of possible toppings to make the most of each dish.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Delight with a DIY Caramel Apple Bar<\/b><\/p>\n

Casual <\/span>fall party <\/span>plans are made sweeter when you surprise your guests with a DIY caramel apple bar. From young kids to those young-at-heart, this <\/span>fall<\/span> treat will bring a smile. The editors of <\/span>Better Homes & Gardens<\/span><\/i><\/a> \u201crecommend adding chocolate, white chocolate, and butterscotch as variations to the traditional caramel\u201d for your base, but the delights don\u2019t stop there.\u00a0 From candied pecans with a splash of bourbon for the adults to granola, pretzels, M&Ms, and nuts, you can\u2019t go wrong by offering a variety of salt and sweet toppings.<\/span><\/p>\n

Raise a Toast to a Beer Tasting<\/b><\/p>\n

Taking inspiration from Oktoberfest, a celebratory beer-tasting <\/span>party <\/span>for your friends who are connoisseurs could be a big hit. While everyone will have their own <\/span>ideas <\/span>of what makes the best <\/span>fall <\/span>beer, you can set up a tasting in your backyard (or patio) to crown the winner. Plan a menu of German specialties to continue with the Oktoberfest inspiration (even after October has long passed), or pick your favorite food pairings for each brew. If you don\u2019t have a full flight of beers in mind, consider choosing something from a local brewhouse that is new to you. For special events, you can even get commemorative beer steins or glasses made as <\/span>party <\/span>favors. It is bound to be the <\/span>fall party idea <\/span>that gets applause for years to come!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"