The fall season is creeping in and before we know it the leaves on the trees will turn to a warm orange and we will be switching our summer dresses out for a warm, cozy sweater. The fall is an exciting time for many and there are plenty of celebrations that happen during this time. 

Today, we are discussing all things party related as we give you 8 party ideas for the fall. It’s time to switch that iced tea out for a pumpkin spice latte and don’t forget to grab your notebook to jot down your favorite ideas. 

Dinner Party

One of the most popular party types and one that stays with us all year round are dinner parties. Often a sophisticated event, dinner parties are a social gathering which often take place in someone’s home. Usually, for a dinner party you would invite a small group of friends over and cook them a meal. If you are feeling brave you can even attempt to cook a three-course extravaganza. 

Although dinner parties can be thrown all year round, you can give them a fall theme. Of course, no dinner party during the fall would be complete without a pumpkin pie! You can find plenty of fall recipes online to help give you some well-needed inspiration so you can throw the ultimate cozy dinner party.

Afternoon Tea Party

Tea parties are a tradition that have been around for a long time. Often consisting of freshly baked goods and piping hot tea, these parties are certainly a delight and perfect for those of you who have a sweet tooth. There are plenty of ways that you can put a fall spin onto your traditional tea party. 

Firstly, try to incorporate a color theme. Typically, we would associate warm tones such as orange and brown with the fall. Using this color theme throughout your party in both the decorations and the food will help you provide the warm ambience you are looking for. Try to use fall-inspired flavors throughout your baked goods too such as cinnamon and pumpkin. 

Wreath Making Party

If there is one activity that we can associate with the fall season it’s got to be wreath making. This activity has sorn in popularity over the years with the help of social media platforms like Instagram. Now, wreath making workshops are cropping up around the world. So, why not throw your very own wreath making party at home? Not only is it a unique event but it is also a chance for you and your guests to get creative and make a fall decoration that they can then take home with them. 

If you need some help on how to make a fall wreath then luckily there are plenty of helpful resources online and there are even video tutorials to help you along each step of the way. The beauty of wreaths is they can look as rustic as you want and there’s no need to be neat. 

Potluck Party

If you and your friend are total foodies, then a potluck party is essential this fall. If you aren’t familiar with this party type, then let us explain. You ask each one of your guests to bring a homemade dish of their choice and once they arrive you have a feast for you all to enjoy. You can ask one person to bring a starter and others to bring a dessert option or you can leave it up to everyone’s imagination and see what you end up with. No matter what happens, you are sure to have a table full of fabulous food for you all to enjoy. 

This guide from Greenvelope takes you through every step of the planning process from potluck invitations down to food and drink ideas. If you’ve never thrown a potluck party before then this helpful guide will definitely be of use to you.  

Cocktail Party

If you enjoy the odd old-fashioned or a cheeky Manhattan cocktail on the weekend, then a cocktail party could well be the one for you and your friends. As we go into the fall, we start to experience cooler weather and we quickly swap our shorts for leggings and cozy tops. So, for your fall-inspired cocktail party try to choose cocktail ingredients that are less fruity and summery and instead opt for ingredients that are warmer like cinnamon and caramelized apple. 

The beauty of cocktails is you can make it up as you go. Why not get your guests involved and let them make their own round of cocktails for the group? At the end you can all choose your favorite, and the winner can get a prize. A little friendly competition never heard nobody and its sure to make for a fun party. 

Fundraising Party

There is no denying that parties are a fun affair. For most of us, it is one of the few times a year that we can get our friends together and all in one place. Why not give your friends even more reason to attend your party by making it a fundraiser? Choose a local charity or one that is close to your heart and put on a fabulous fundraiser to make some money for a good cause. 

There are plenty of fun activities that you can do during your fundraiser like raffles, bake sales and even auction off prizes. Fundraisers are not only a great way to make some money for charity, but they can also help to bring your local community closer together. If you are new to an area, it can be a great way to meet new people and make new friends along the way.  

Costume Party

We couldn’t miss the all-important costume party off our list. This is probably one of the most popular party types around and one that is certainly packed full of fun for all. During the fall it is the spooky season of Halloween. So, why not throw the biggest and best Halloween party on the block? Encourage your guests to dress up as their favorite spooky character and if you really want to see people go the extra mile then say there will be a prize for the best dressed. Who doesn’t love a prize?

There is also plenty of Halloween inspired food and drink online and with sites like Pinterest and Instagram you certainly won’t be short on ideas to make it the spookiest party of the season. 

Thanksgiving Party

We look forward to our thanksgiving celebration every year. If you are the thanksgiving host this year, then make sure to have fun with it! Decorate your home with fall-inspired décor and don’t forget to put on a fabulous spread. Luckily, when it comes to food recipes there are plenty of them online and you won’t have to travel far to put together your final thanksgiving menu. 

If you are celebrating thanksgiving with friends, then make a DIY banner which says “Friendsgiving”. You can even ask each guest to bring a dish of their own like a potluck party to help take the stress off being the host on the day. It’s a great way to get everyone involved and make it a thanksgiving to remember.