Discover How to Host an Amazing Bonfire Party
Bonfires are perfect for creating the ideal setting for a backyard party. There is nothing like the warmth and fun of sitting around a campfire to turn a summer or fall evening into a memorable evening with friends.
Bonfires in your own backyard can make a casual gathering feel like a fully planned party without a lot of prep work. Bonfire parties are one of the easiest to organize.
Want to learn how to throw a backyard bonfire party? then check out this comprehensive guide to wow your guests with snacks, fireworks, and more.
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Pick a topic
This could be a great excuse to bring something cool like a tiki bar, but there are plenty of other fun fire pit ideas to choose from.
Some favorites are glow-in-the-dark parties (with glow-in-the-dark outfits, of course), patriotic parties, and an outdoor movie bonfire.
Regardless of the theme you choose, they are all easy to set up on a whim. Here are more bonfire party theme ideas:
- Patriotic
- Outdoor movie
- Campfire Food (complete with fun campfire food recipes!)
- Bonfire on the beach
- Halloween
- Game night
- Sing along
Start with a bonfire
The fire itself is the main event, so you'll want to be prepared when it comes to your fire pit.
If you don't already have one, you can choose from standard fire tables, table fire lamps, fireplaces, and fire pits, whichever best suits your space and needs. If it is useful, you can start a fire yourself.
Before even choosing what is best for your space, read your local laws.
Some cities have specific recreational backyard fire ordinances, and you'll want to make sure you follow the guidelines to keep yourself and your neighbors safe.
Set space
Make sure there are enough seats for your guests, who will want to be in the front row in the heat.
Prepare some benches, lawn chairs, or benches. We also suggest putting blankets in baskets for when the sun has completely set and the temperatures finally drop.
Create your own ambient lighting
If you're feeling even hotter, create cheap, fluffy candle holders out of soup cans. Just use a hammer and nail to drill holes in whatever pattern you choose.
Then place them in your garden for a sparkling effect or group them on your serving table to act as a centerpiece.
And for a fun activity that brightens up your backyard, even more, look for handheld fireworks like party poppers or sparklers.
To adorably display the latter, fill a metal bucket with sand or pebbles, then place the sparkles, metal side down, on the bottom. Voila! You can also check out this article about how to hang outdoor string lights.
Plan a bonfire party menu
And what is a party without food? Hot dogs, brats, and stuffed cakes are the quintessential campfire foods that you absolutely need by the fire.
These recipes will help you take your Bonfire Party menu further.
#1. Hot Chocolate: Sweeten things up by serving this steaming drink in insulated bottles or mugs.
Plus, it offers a fun new take on the quintessential combination of chocolate and marshmallows.
#2. Chili Cheese Pasta: For partygoers with a taste for the southern classic, or even just those who love the flavors of cheese, this pasta is perfect.
Pair it with veggies or, to pair with the bright night sky, star-shaped cookies.
#3. Watermelon Cucumber Sauce: For something cooler, look no further than this seasoning.
It's deliciously piled on top of everything, including the hot dogs!
#4. S’mores Cupcakes: For another variation on classic s’mores, your team will love these little cakes.
With toasty frosting and customizable toppings, they're hard to resist.
Or, if it's traditional s'mores you're after, make sure you have roasting sticks, marshmallows, cookies, and your selection of chocolate bars.
Don't stop at Hershey's bars! Garnish with Reese's, Crisp Bars, and even Butterfingers.
Play bonfire games
Depending on the age group of your group, you can choose from a wide variety of campfire games.
Unleash your inner child with a hide and seek around and find or kick the can.
Bonus: everyone will sleep well tonight after around like this. If it's an adults-only party, try singing some classic campfire songs or playing a phone game.
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