We have the best Graduation Party Ideas. You will find a big list of decor ideas, party food recipes, gifts and more to make your party a success.
If you are throwing a graduation party, you must check out this list of ideas. We have it all! From lots of delicious food that your guests will love to decorations that are festive but easy.
You will also find ideas for your graduate that are clever but practical. Everything you need for a great party is on this list. We also love Graduation Party Favors and Graduation Party Food Ideas.
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Table of contents
- Why We Love These Ideas
- Graduation Party Decor Ideas
- 1. Globe Guest Book
- 2. Graduation Money Wreathย
- 3. Graduation Party DIY Centerpiece
- 4. DIY Centerpieces
- 5. Tissue Paper Party Sign
- 6. DIY Tissue Paper Tasselย
- Graduation Party Food Ideas
- 7. Cocoa Krispies Treat Graduation Cap
- 8. Diploma Cookies
- 9. School Color Chocolate Covered Oreosย
- 10. BBQ Little Smokies
- 11. Pretzel Bites
- 12. Mexican White Cheese Dip
- 13. Mini Cupcake Graduation Hatsย
- 14. Sticky Chicken Garlic Bitsย
- 15. Graduation Candy Buffet
- 1 6. Walking Tacos
- 17. Loaded Crack Dip
- Graduation Gift Ideas
- 18. Mason Jar Moneyย
- 19. Laundry Kit
- 20. Candy Bouquetย
- 21. Notebook/Journal Bundle
- 22. College Survival Kitย
- 23. Books
Why We Love These Ideas
These ideas are easy to do and won’t break the bank. No need to spend a ton of money or time throwing a graduation party.
From high school graduation party ideas to college graduation party ideas, we have lots of ideas to celebrate achievements! You will find ideas that anyone can do.
The party will be a hit to celebrate the guest of honor milestone and accomplishment.
Graduation Party Decor Ideas
1. Globe Guest Book
Try using a globe to sign for guests and it’s a neat keepsake. The globe to sign is such a cool idea for the guest list. They can also write words of wisdom.
2. Graduation Money Wreath
If you need a creative way to give money to a graduate and say congrats, this money wreath is the way to go. This tutorial is so fun and clever!
3. Graduation Party DIY Centerpiece
This easy DIY will be the hit of the party. Use bottles to display foam numbers for the graduation year. The numbers would also make cute photo booth props.
4. DIY Centerpieces
If you have a silhouette or cricut crafting machine, you can easily make this DIY centerpiece for the gift table or food table. These lanterns look stunning as centerpieces and really set the tone of the party. You can also add balloons.
5. Tissue Paper Party Sign
Learn how to make this floral foam number sign perfect for parties. They are gorgeous displayed in jars or used as photo props.
6. DIY Tissue Paper Tassel
This festive tassel banner is perfect for graduation parties. It is made out of tissue paper and so easy to make for backdrops, balloon arches and more.
Graduation Party Food Ideas
7. Cocoa Krispies Treat Graduation Cap
This is simple to make but looks super festive for graduation parties. Your guests will be so impressed with this clever graduation hat with tassels.
8. Diploma Cookies
These diploma cookies could not be any easier for a celebration! They will look so cute on your party table.
9. School Color Chocolate Covered Oreos
Show your school pride with Chocolate Covered Oreos decorated in school colors. Tasty and festive!
10. BBQ Little Smokies
You just need 3 ingredients for this simple but amazing BBQ Little Smokies Crock Pot Recipe! It is a simple and delicious appetizer perfect for a backyard graduation party.
11. Pretzel Bites
These bite size pretzels are so fun to serve at parties and everyone will go crazy over them. They are super easy to make and so tasty.
12. Mexican White Cheese Dip
Party guests will love this authentic white queso dip. No Velveeta needed and the flavor is creamy and delicious.
13. Mini Cupcake Graduation Hats
Top cupcakes with chocolate to make “hats” for a fun graduation dessert. Love this idea to complete the graduation party theme.
14. Sticky Chicken Garlic Bits
Bite size chicken bites make the best finger food for parties. This sticky garlic sauce makes the chicken so flavorful.
15. Graduation Candy Buffet
Lots of candy and clever sayings make the perfect dessert idea for parties. Everyone will love this candy buffet!
16. Walking Tacos
Everything you love about tacos gets combined into a yummy bag of Doritos! Walking Tacos make a great meal for parties and clean up is a breeze.
17. Loaded Crack Dip
Your guests will keep coming back for more and more of this addictive Crack dip. Loaded with sour cream, bacon, cheese and more for a dip everyone will love.
Graduation Gift Ideas
18. Mason Jar Money
Turn money into rolled up diplomas and tuck them all in a mason jar topped with a graduation hat. This is so creative!
19. Laundry Kit
Give a practical gift that kids headed to college will definitely use. This laundry kit with free printable will be put to good use!
20. Candy Bouquet
Try making this easy bouquet full of the graduate’s favorite candy. You could even tuck a gift card inside!
21. Notebook/Journal Bundle
Send your graduate into the world with a cool journal and pen to document everything. This will be a priceless keepsake for years to come.
22. College Survival Kit
Send the graduate off with this neat survival kit full of lots of things they will need. I love the “dorm sweet dorm” printable.
23. Books
Books make a great graduation gift. Choose from several awesome ideas.
More Party Ideas
Which of these Graduation Party Ideas do you plan to try? Leave a comment and let us know. I can’t wait to hear how the party turns out.
These are really great graduation ideas that make planning a graduation really fun and easy. THANKS so much!
You’re welcome! I’m so glad you enjoyed these ideas!