EVENT IDEAS
Americana in Autumn Party
Share some autumnal coziness together with an Americana in Autumn Party. Enjoy the aesthetics of America in the fall as you bring out the autumn decorations, harvest-time activities, and savor the flavors of pumpkin, apple, maple, cranberry and corn. May also combine with a S'mores Party (see below)! Can be for large or small groups.
American BBQ
No matter the time of year, it's always ​a good time for a classic American BBQ! Whether it's with a small or large group, indoors or outdoors, summer or winter - enjoy the atmosphere and foods that are signature to a festive American gathering. Bring out the patriotic decorations and fire up the grill for hot dogs, hamburgers, brats, veggies and other BBQ goodies! Can also be combined with a Patriotic Potluck (see below).
A Boston Tea Party
​Pay homage to America's roots with your own Boston Tea Party! Enjoy an afternoon tea with tableware and food items decorated in red, white and blue. Guests may also dress in historical or fancy attire if they so wish! This party idea is versatile and may be adapted for either small or large gatherings of people. (Learn more about a traditional afternoon tea by clicking here.)
​A Classic Thanksgiving Dinner
Make your 2025 or 2026 Thanksgiving gathering a Classic Thanksgiving Dinner experience. In addition to the autumn decor, you can intersperse red, white & blue decorations at your table, and cook classic Thanksgiving recipes. For those who wish to be really adventurous, you can make this Thanksgiving particularly memorable by cooking the foods the Pilgrims and Wampanoag really would've eaten at the first Thanksgiving.​
Memorial Day Get-Together
​Take some time to reflect on the lives of those who have gone before us and create memories of your own with a Memorial Day Get-Together. Come together to make or purchase decorations to be placed at the graves of loved ones, attend a Memorial Day observance, and/or gather in the afternoon for a special meal with family and friends.
Neighborhood Dessert Social
Get to know more about your neighbors and satisfy your sweet tooth by hosting a Neighborhood Dessert Social! From cookies, to ice cream, to brownies, to cupcakes - there's a wide range of dessert options to choose from for your event. The dessert(s) can also be served alongside lemonade, iced tea, Kool-Aid or any sweet beverage of choice. This can also be a very time-efficient option for those with busy schedules.
Patriotic Block Party
Consider hosting a Patriotic Block Party with your neighbors! Good for spring, summer or autumn, this casual event can be adapted for a small or large neighborhood, and can feature a wide range of decorations, food items and activities. Can also be incorporated into National Night Out 2026.
Patriotic Camping Trip
Celebrate America's natural beauty with a patriotic camping trip! Enjoy your favorite camping activities with a red, white & blue flair. Can also be combined with a S'mores Party (see below).
Patriotic Music Event
Add the magic of music to your America 250 celebration! From a formal patriotic concert, to a guest musician for your gathering, to church hymn sings, to playing old favorites in the background - there are many ways to bring music and singing into your observance of America's 250th Anniversary.
Patriotic Sporting Event
Celebrate some of America's greatest pastimes by hosting a Patriotic Sporting Event. From baseball, to golf, to footfall, and also pickleball - add the red, white & blue to your team colors! You can also have red, white & blue themed snacks and merch. This event idea can be adapted for a whole season league or for single-day activities.
Patriotic Picnic
A classic party idea that is good for spring, summer or autumn, enjoy your favorite picnic treats with a patriotic flair! This idea can be adapted for outdoors or indoors, and for groups large or small. (See our list of local event venues, including public parks.)
​Patriotic Pool Party
Have some fun in the sun with a Patriotic Pool Party! Whether you host this party at a private pool, a public pool, or even at the beach, there's nothing stopping you from riding the waves of celebration for America's 250th Anniversary.
​Patriotic Potluck
A great option for any time of the year, plan a Patriotic Potluck with your family, friends, church or other social group!
​​S'mores Party
Get cozy around the campfire and celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with a S'mores Party. This simple event can be done on its own, or can be combined with other party ideas. Enjoy one of America's signature treats along with other fireside goodies and patriotic decorations.
Veterans Day Get-Together
Honor our men and women in uniform by hosting a Veterans Day Get-Together. For Veterans Day 2025 or 2026, take the time to show appreciation to our veterans by inviting them to enjoy a potluck, a picnic, BBQ or a special coffee time. As our veterans have helped to secure our freedoms since 1776, let us be sure to honor those who continue to carry on their legacy into the present-day. Thank you veterans!
A Red, White & Blue Winter Wonderland
Bring some Americana nostalgia into the holiday season with A Red, White & Blue Winter Wonderland event. Whether you decorate for the whole season with patriotic colors, host a Yankee Swap Christmas party, or create a wonderland of lights in your yard, this event idea is flexible and can be applied to a wide range of holiday activities. (Click here to see some of our decorating ideas.)